On 7^th November 2010 the Spring In-Door Football Tournament will take place in aid of raising money for Russian children with Down syndrome. Isn’t that a good enough reason to compete!

 

The participation mechanism is simple: a corporate team pays a charitable contribution 100 000 rubles in favour of the children with Down syndrome and takes part in the football tournament featuring professional judges and gear. On one hand, your staff get together and play football, and, on the other hand, the company provides financial support that really matters to children with disabilities. Find out what surprises will happen this year! As to the opponents, this tournament will certainly live up to your expectations. Corporate participants in 2010: PepsiCo, РосБанк, ЭксонМобил Раша Инк, Baker&McKenzie, Renaissance & Courtyard by Marriott Hotels of Russia, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Банк Держава, Российское агенство международной информации РИА Новости, Хендэ Мотор СНГ, Efes, Райффайзенбанк, Nike, ВЕЛЕС Капитал, Voerman International Moscow, Baker&McKenzie, Кэдбери, ВТБ 24, CliffordChance and others.

          

There is no need to worry if your company is too busy this fall to compete - you can join us in April 2011! Luckily, Downside Up has started a new charity sports tradition due to popular demand and is now hosting the football tournaments twice a year. Tournament dates are to be confirmed, so be sure to check this site soon. 

 

How the tournament works   8-10 teams  Professional judges Each team: 5 players + 1 goalkeeper, 4 substitute maximum Every game: 2 periods, 10 min. each Mixed system (winners of game advance and play each other) Prizes for the winners Souvenirs for all participants Free entry for spectators and fans

Goals of the tournament   To raise funds for early intervention programs for children with Down syndrome  To pool the efforts of NGOs and businesses in solving social problems within Russia       Attention to Participants!   Location Map

 

Show off your team’s skills - whether it is to regain the cup or conquer all! As to the opponents, this tournament will certainly live up to your expectations. For participation, please contact Yana Yakusheva (yanaya@downsideup.org)  or Ludmila Loboda (ludmila_l@downsideup.org), or call: 8 (499) 367-1000.