On March 4th & 5th 2011, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a Global leader in consumer electronics has partnered with Masters Of The Game (MOTG) to bring the Freestyle World Championship 2011 to Abu Dhabi, UAE. In line with Samsung’s sponsorship strategy and continued ownership of the sports platform, the partnership demonstrates Samsung’s commitment to its local communities by targeting those from all age groups in an exciting and engaging, manner. You can expect the best of the best to participate and attend this event. This will be an international freestyle battle royal for the Title Samsung MotG Freestyle World Champion of 2011 and for €5000 in cash and prizes.

THE HISTORY
In 2003 MotG organized the first ever World Freestyle Championships in the Amsterdam Arena and Mr. Woo (Korea) was the winner. In 2006 it was organized in the Pepsi Stage, Amsterdam and John Farnworth (United Kingdom) walked away with the crown. For this edition we will be in Abu Dhabi and we are really looking forward to it. We can also go on record to say that the two former champions (Mr. Woo and John Farnworth) have confirmed to be on the jury of the 2011 edition. Who will go on to become a Freestyle LEGEND?

GENERAL INFORMATION
The information in this communication is for potential competitors regarding the event. The official event website will be online beginning of Feb 2011 with all the specifics including the rules, regulations, travel and hotel partners, the final competitors list and any other pertinent information you may need to know. Until then we suggest you keep practicing and we are asking “YOU” the freestyle community to assist us in the selection process. This competition is different because its invitation only and for the best of the best. We heard a few people voiced their opinion that we need to give a chance to the new generation, we listened and here is that chance. To the right is a list of freestylers in a poll where you can choose your (((( Top 8 )))) freestylers that you think deserve an opportunity to be a part of this competition. THIS IS NOT A POPULARITY CONTEST we will select the final competitors based on their interest, availability, commitment and the votes from you and our international jury. If you think we have missed someone, please let us know by sending us their contact information, CV and a link to their movie. If you interested in competing yourself and think you have WORLD CLASS skills and can back it up, send an email to homeofstreetsoccer@gmail.com or info@dblsportsagency.com with your CV and a link to your BEST (online movie). We will review it and if its authentic, creditable and good enough we will add you to the list. Voting will be open until midnight January 31st 2011 so please spread the word and VOTE for the (((( TOP 8 )))) Freestylers you think really deserve and have earned this opportunity. Your vote really counts!

RULES AND REGULATIONS v1.0
Two players with one ball, battling it out for three minutes. Immediate KNOCKOUT (if you lose you are out), winner goes to the next round. Each freestyler gets 30 seconds and then must pass the ball to his/her competitor. Your time starts when you have possession of the ball. Thus (3) ball possessions of 30 seconds each per battle for each freestyler. That means each freestyler has a total of 1 and 1/2 minutes to destroy the opponent. Below is an overview of the 3 rounds in each battle. Of course the choice is yours.

1st Round – Battle / (30 seconds each)
2nd Round -Technique & Difficulty / (30 seconds each)
3rd Round – Battle / (30 seconds each)

The jury will consist of 3 judges: 2 professional freestylers and 1 guest judge:
All freestylers will be judged on Ball Control, Creativity, Style and Difficulty of tricks

You are allowed LIMITED use of your hands: Only if its to start a trick or move or in the case of an emergency (to correct an error or prevent losing the ball). The judges reserve the right to deduct points for any use of the hands they deem unnecessary or in violation of the regulations. No external props or tools are allowed. Other than that – anything goes!

PERMISSION FOR PARTICIPATION
All participants once confirmed MUST completely fill out and return a Personal Injury Disclaimer / Video Release Form.
The organization reserves the right to refuse participation in this event at any time to any participant for any reason.

HOW CAN YOU QUALIFY
There will be a total of 16 freestylers in this competition. If we sense an overwhelming number of quality freestylers that qualify and want to participate and time/production permitting we reserve the rights to increase the total number of competitors.

We will pre-invite 2 professional freestylers.
12 freestylers will be chosen based on skill level, ranking from their peers, availability & a confirmed commitment.
The remaining 2 seeds will be filled on March 4th, 2011 via a qualification competition. We will choose 1 freestyler from the host nation and one from an international selection. More information will follow regarding the format of this special qualification competition.

There will be a few reserves in case confirmed competitor(s) cannot participate in the competition for some unexpected reason. Thus there are more then enough opportunities to win a spot.

DRAWING FOR BATTLES
Drawings for the battles will be held before each round. All competitors‚ names will be placed in a hat and drawn randomly. No one knows whom they will be battling until a minimum of 30 minutes before each battle round. All participants must be available and on site for their scheduled battle otherwise you WILL be disqualified.

DISPUTES & PROTESTS
We strive on ensuring an open and fair competition. Any protest or dispute must be conveyed to the Tournament Director who is responsible for enforcing these Rules and Regulations. Those protests and disputes will be arbitrated immediately by the Tournament Director and (Head) Judge. Their decision is final.

TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY
This is the first time this event is organized in the Middle East. Its a professional competition for prize money and all competitors are responsible for their “own” travel and hotel arrangements. We will assist the final 16 competitors wherever necessary in regards to arranging the necessary visa’s and helping out with the booking of hotel and local transportation. We are in the process of closing deals with partners to ensure all participants and guests will get the best possible rates. Part of that process is to find a transportation partner to offset some of these costs for the participants. Until and “if” that partner comes we have to make the best of the opportunity and hope that everyone understands. We are aware that traveling to Abu Dhabi might be a bit of an expense for many of you. We are making it clear that Samsung, Masters of the Game or any of its affiliates & partners are not responsible for paying any travel or hotel costs. We will do everything in our power to help with logistics and other support wherever necessary but this is a professional competition for the Title and a cash prize.

Finally we are deciding to publish the list of freestylers that have committed. A few are still making arrangements. We know there are more than 16 competitors on this list and we are happy about it. We stated from from the beginning that we reserve the right to increase the number of competitors above the originally stated 16 but that decision will be made on the 4th of March. We will see who “actually” makes it through all the struggles. For the freestylers below that actually make it to Abu Dhabi we will ensure they are part of this legendary competition. To be continued….

List of Competitors:

1 Andrey Voronin (Russia)
2 Arnaud Séan Garnier (France) – 2008 World Champ
3 DKP (Vietnam) 
4 Nam The Man (Vietnam)
5 Petike (Hungary)
6 Mustafa loco (UAE)
7 Rene (Germany)
8 Tokura (Japan)
9 Tufcso (Slovakia)
10 Wass (France/Algérie) 
11 Yorok (Egypt)
12 Yoshi (Japan) 
13 Yosuke Yokota (Japan)
14 Andréas (France)
15 Bilal Bairakdar (UAE)
16 Mohamed Sa’adeh (UAE)
17 Soufiane El Marnissi – Bencok (Belgium)
18 Nadir (Switzerland) 
19 Ammar Freez Fsa (UAE)
20 Moslo Freestyle – Crasso (Colombia), Hope he makes it awaiting VISA approval

Below is a playlist of all freestylers and their movies.
MOVIES (We do not have any control over the content or music in these videos below. The content of the lyrics/music may be offensive to some viewers)