paris, normandy & the loire valley - presentation
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‘UNITING THE YOUTH OF THE WORLD THROUGH AMERICAN FOOTBALL
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Welcome
Educational Sports Tours
Welcome to Global Football, a division of the Global Sports Group, Inc. We provide football players of all ages, their coaches, families and supporters, the opportunity to participate in high-profile events around the world. Through an extensive network of football contacts and business partners, Global Football has developed a broad spectrum of games, tournaments, tours, camps and bowls, each targeted to a specific age group and talent level.
Hope you can join us!
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Patrick Steenberge
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Coach,
My name is Patrick Steenberge and I played Quarterback and lettered two seasons under coach Ara Parseghian at Notre Dame. It was at school that I learned the importance of team work and also of the power, influence and importance of international travel.
Global Football is an international sports travel organization providing the opportunity for young amateur athletes from different countries to compete against one another, while experiencing and learning firsthand about each other's cultures, customs and history.
At Global Football we believe in, and indeed see every year, the incredible effect of educational sports travel. At the beginning of each new football season hundreds of our travelers (players, staff, coaches, family, fans and friends included) return home better citizens, more confident, more enthusiastic in the classroom and on the playing field; more engaged in the world around them; better prepared for life and more likely to make a difference to each other as team mates.
Lead an educational sports tour with us and you’ll get your students’ attention and keep it. And best of all you’ll make a difference in their lives. I encourage you to contact one of your fellow coaches who have traveled with us to hear what their experiences were.
Happy trails!
Patrick Steenberge
President Global Sports Group.
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Football Partners
•NFL Europe & International
•USA Football
•American Football Coaches Association
•European Federation of American Football
•European Football League
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Aztec Bowl
The Aztec Bowl is the traditional season-ending game for Mexico’s college football season and is the only division 3 All-Star Bowl game. The game has been played 33 times since 1947 with the last ten contests featuring the United States-Mexico match-up. The United States is 9-1 in the series. The Aztec Bowl is played in December each year in Mexico. The event is televised & broadcast over the web and radio.
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International Tours
Global Football is an international sports travel organization providing the opportunity for young amateur athletes from different countries to compete against one another, while experiencing and learning firsthand about each other's cultures, customs and history.
Participating with your college or high school team in one of our international tours or events – be it in England, France, China, Italy, Spain or one of the many countries in which we have a great relationship with the Global American Football community will shape your student/athletes lives in profound and unexpected ways.
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Quotes
“There is no greater opportunity for young people to travel and experience new parts of the world like the tours and competitions you have developed at Global Football.” John Mackovic, retired Head Coach - Universities of Texas, Arizona & Illinois
“The trip to Italy provided a once in a lifetime experience for all involved, and many of our young men expressed that it was something they would remember the rest of their lives”Norm Eash, Head Coach - Illinois Wesleyan
“Patrick went above and beyond the call of duty. I do not know why any NCAA Div. III school that has football does not take the opportunity to travel with Global Football. “
Jim Lyall, Head Coach - Adrian College
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Quotes
"I was proud of how they represented American football and Augustana College football. However, I was more proud to see them show great interest in and absorb the educational aspects of the trip.“
Jim Barnes, Head Coach - Augustana College
“Everything on the trip to Germany was handled in a first-class manner from our transportation, accommodations and meals, to the football details. “Rich Willis, Head Coach - Wartburg College
“Traveling to Spain was one of the best things we have done for our football program since we arrived here 8 years ago.” Mike Wallace, Head Coach - Wilmington College
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Quotes
“We experienced so much in Austria and Germany and we experienced it together. As a team - we are all forever grateful for this ‘Experience of a Lifetime’.”
Chris Creighton, Head Coach - Wabash College
“There is no doubt the trip to Ireland is an experience the JCU community will never forget.”
Regis Scafe, Head Coach - John Carroll University
“We finished this season as conference co-champions and this trip to Italy was a key ingredient to our success this fall.“
Chris Rorke, Head Coach - Plymouth College
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Previous Travellers
Central Wartburg
Adrian
John Carroll
Illinois Wesleyan
Bluffton
Rose-HulmanWabash
Baker
Mt St Joseph Alfred
Augustana
Wilmington Cornell Buena Vista
Plymouth Hope Thiel
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Luther MN Morris Claremont Elmhurst Ohio Northern North Central
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Association References
AMERICAN FOOTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION
Grant Teaff Executive Director
254-776-5900
Todd Bell Dir. of Public Relations
254-776-5900
NFL INTERNATIONAL
Cedric Jones NFL Youth Director
212-450-2000
Mike Stokes Director, Special Events
212-450-2273
Gordon Smeaton Sr. Director, Marketing
212-450-2129
Pete Abitante International Public Relations
212-450-2085
USA FOOTBALL
Executive Director Scott Hallenbeck
703-918-0007
IFAF
Frederic Paquet
011-33-14-311-1470
NFL EUROPE LEAGUE
Marshall Happer Operations Director
011-49-69-978-2790
Tony Allen Director Player Development
011-44-207-225-3070
MEXICO
Alfonso Garza ONEFA Executive Director
011-52-81-8332-1184
Jorge Orobio FMFA Executive Director
011-52-81-5352-2556
JAPAN
Eiji Sasada President., AFAJ
011-813-3815-2210
Yoshio Kanazawa President, NFA
011-813-3490-6661
POP WARNER LITTLE SCHOLARS, INC.
Jon Butler Executive Director
215-752-2691
Sam Mutz Football Commissioner
215-752-2691
Don Trotter Regional Director
760-433-1839
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Coaching References
ADRIAN – JIM LYALL
AUGUSTANA – JIM BARNES
CENTRAL – JEFF MCMARTIN
CLAREMONT – RICK CANDAELE
CORNELL – MATT DILLON
DUBUQUE – VINCE BRAUTIGAM
EARLHAM – GERRY KEESLING
ELMHURST – TOM JOURNELL
IL WESLEYAN – NORM EASH
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JOHN CARROLL – REGIS SCAFE
LUTHER – CHUCK LEIERER
MN MORRIS – MATT JOHNSON
MT ST JOSEPH – ROD HUBER
NORTH CENTRAL – BRAD SPENCER
OHIO NORTHERN – DEAN PAUL
ROSE-HULMAN – STEVE ENGLEHART
WABASH – STEVE HOUSES
WARTBURG – RICK WILLIS
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Paris, Normandy & The Loire Valley
Day 1 – Fly to Paris
Day 2 – Normandy
Day 3 – D-Day Beaches
Day 4 – Loire Valley
Day 5 – Loire Valley
Day 6 – Paris & Versailles
Day 7 – Game Day in Paris
Day 8 – Paris & Eiffel Tower
Day 9 – Fly Home
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Day 1 – Overnight Flight
Cross the Atlantic on board your jet and enjoy a movie and a meal and the sunrise as you descend into Paris next morning.
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Day 2 – Normandy Region
We drive through a region of natural beauty towards the Normandy coast whose excellent light inspired a great many artists such as Monet. Tonight we relax in the Normandy countryside.
Overnight in Normandy Region (Caen)
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Day 3 – D-Day Beaches
See the D-Day beaches where on June 6, 1944, thousands of Allied troops landed in an effort to recapture the coast from Germany. All along the beaches, deserted German bunkers have been turned into memorials and the stark white crosses and stars that mark the cemeteries are grim reminders of the war. Caen’s Mémorial, a contemporary museum for peace, tells a complete story of D-Day in interactive displays. Visit Omaha Beach, the site of the landing of the American 1st division and walk through the American cemetery commemorating their sacrifice.
Overnight in St Malo
For centuries, this walled seaport on the English Channel was known as the city of pirates. The pirates are gone, but the granite town remains, always seeming to be reaching towards the green-blue sea.
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Day 4 – Loire Chateaux
France’s aristocrats began building defensive castles in the Loire Valley in the 11th century. A few hundred years later, their descendants created pleasure palaces among the lush green forests and wandering waterways. Today, sumptuous Renaissance castles stud the banks of the silvery Loire River, the longest in France. But few castles can compete with Château de Chenonceau. Built on a series of arches over the Cher River, Chenonceau was designed by a woman in the 16th century. It was once inhabited by Catherine de Medicis, who commissioned the delicate spirals and of the formal gardens, and had the bridge covered by a two-story stone gallery.
Overnight in Loire Valley
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Day 5 – Loire Valley
We stop to see Château de Chambord, the largest and most lavish of the Loire châteaux (and that’s saying a lot). It took 1800 workers over a decade to complete the palace for King François I, who once suggested that the river be diverted to make a moat (a smaller river was later diverted). The palace has 440 rooms, and in many of them you can see François’ salamander emblem—reported to have been an appropriately slimy symbol for the king.
Overnight in Paris
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Day 6 – Paris Sightseeing
What's that huge white arch at the end of the Champs-Élysées? The Arc de Triomphe, commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 after his victory at Austerlitz. A licensed local guide will give the goods on this, and other, Parisian landmarks. Spot chic locals (and tons of tourists) strolling the Champs-Élysées. Look up at the iron girders of the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World's Fair to commemorate the centenary of the French Revolution. See Les Invalides (a refuge for war wounded), the École Militaire (Napoleon's alma mater), and the Conciergerie (the prison where Marie Antoinette was kept during the French Revolution). Then head to the Île de la Cité -- a small island in the Seine -- to see Notre Dame Cathedral. Look up at the great gray spires, grotesque gargoyles, and huge, round stained-glass windows (even more impressive than in the Disney version of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”).
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Day 6 – Palace of Versailles
The ultimate palace, Versailles was built by Louis VIX, and housed the royal family and its groveling court from 1582, when the Sun King moved in, to the French Revolution. Everything in Versailles is worth a look, from the 250-foot-long Hall of Mirrors, with themed salons-"war" and "peace"-on either side, to Marie Antoinette's faux country hamlet. When being a queen became too much to bear, she would pretend to be a commoner, tending her sheep and wearing peasant clothes.
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Day 7 – Game Day in Paris
Get ready for today’s game against your French competition in Paris. We will eat our pre-game meal together before heading to the field to meet the Paris Flash football team.
Relax afterwards and make new friends at the post-game party.
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Day 8 – Eiffel Tower & Cruise
See the city from the water on an hour-long cruise along the River Seine. The Seine cuts right through Paris, dividing the city in half. See the Eiffel tower rising up on the Left Bank, the walls of the Louvre on the Right Bank. A guide will point out other monuments and architectural marvels as you pass, many of which are illuminated by clear white light at night.
Enjoy unparalleled views from the Eiffel Tower this afternoon and reminisce on your adventure in Europe at this evening’s farewell awards dinner.
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Day 9 – Return Home
It’s time to say ‘au-revoir’ to Paris and head home after breakfast at your hotel. We will transfer to the airport by motor coach and board your flight which will arrive home later today when you can recount your stories and adventures from your time in France.
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Paris
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Paris – Champs Elysees
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Paris – Eiffel Tower
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Paris - Louvre
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Paris – Notre Dame
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Paris - Versailles
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Paris – Arc de Triomphe
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Paris – Eiffel Tower
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Paris – Sacre Coeur
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Paris – Seine Cruise
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Paris – Seine Cruise
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Normandy
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Normandy – American Cemetery
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Normandy – American Cemetery
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Normandy – American Cemetery
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Loire Valley - Chambord
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Loire Valley - Chenonceaux
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Game Day In Paris
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Flights
• Major International Airline
• Coach Class Cabin
• Direct Flights Where Available
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Hotels
• Tourist Class Accommodation
• Comfortable & Well Located
• Private Facilities & Bathrooms
• Students Share Triple Rooms
• Adult Single Or Twin/Double (Additional Supplement Applies)
• Buffet Breakfast
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Meals
• Daily European Breakfast
• 2- or 3-Course Fixed Menu
• Regional Cuisine
• Iced Water
• Drinks Payable Individually
• Gratuity & Tax Included
• Lunches Not Included
• Pre-Game Meal
• Awards Dinner
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Game & Practices
• Practices & walkthrough on tour
• Play against local club team
• Mixed age range & abilities
• Friendly and welcoming
• Post-game activity with hosts
• Make friends and contacts
• One last game for Seniors
• Post-graduation overseas job
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Transportation
• Private Motor Coach
• Air Conditioned Comfort
• Public Transport
• Bus/Subway
• Walking
• High Speed Train
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Guided Tours
• Expert Local Guides
• Excellent English
• Walking Tours
• Sightseeing Tours
• Entrance Fees Included
• Educational Tours
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Tour Director
• Professional Guide
• Multi-lingual
• Friendly & Knowledgeable
• Organize Logistics
• Offer Help and Advice
• Free Time Suggestions
• Full-Time For Length Of Tour
• Football Coordinator
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Included in Program Fee
• Round-trip air transportation from departure gateway
• Accommodation in triple rooms with private bathrooms
• Airport transfers & all transportation between cities
• Local public transportation to all scheduled activities
• European or buffet-style breakfast daily, as per program
• Dinner daily (unless otherwise noted)
• All excursions, led by professional local guides per program
• City walks led by Tour Director, per program
• Visits to select attractions & theater tickets, per program
• Full-time services of a Tour Director & football coordinator
• Games & practices
• Awards dinner & pre-game meal
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Not Included in Program Fee
• Passport Fees
• Visa fees (non-U.S. citizens must obtain any necessary visas)
• Beverages at dinner
• Lunch, unless specified in the itinerary
• Optional excursions & extensions
• Travel Insurance Plan
• Local transportation to unscheduled activities
• Tips to Tour Director, bus drivers & local guides
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Fundraising
Academic Credit – Liaise with faculty to provide pre-tour lectures
Student Loans – Loans could be available to fund academic credit
Fundraising letter to family, friends and home community
Raffle off a free place on tour at your Homecoming game
Collaborate with Boosters and Alumni
Golf Outing / Lift-a-Thon / Concession stands / Sponsored Dinners
ESPN The Magazine Coaches Fundraising Program
Talk with coaches who have traveled previously for advice/guidance
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Payment Timeline
Initial Registration & $100 Deposit – Before 2008 Commencement
First Installment ($1000) – 30th September 2008
Freshmen Registration – 30th September 2008
Price Guarantee Deadline – 30th September 2008
Final Payment Balance – 90 days prior to departure
Final Registration Deadline – 90 days prior to departure
Departure Date – After 2009 Commencement
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Benefits
• 10 Days Spring Practice in Pads• On Tour Practices and Game• Team Building Adventure• Educational Experience• Improve Season Results• Earn Academic Credit• Recruitment Incentive• Last Game for Seniors• Overseas Job Prospects• Promote Your School Overseas• American Football Ambassadors• Travel Every Third Season
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Contact
Global Football - USA Patrick Steenberge
7301 Crube CourtGranbury Texas 76049 USA
(817) 326-3578 - Office(817) 219-7274 – Cell (817) 326-3574 – Fax [email protected]
Global Football - Europe Leo Jenkins
Zandstraat, 4 Amsterdam HK1011 The Netherlands
1-888-635-4635 – US Office+31 648 788 379 – NL Cell+31 20 840 1957 – NL Fax [email protected]