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Lionel Messi

March 19, 2013

Lionel Messi Soccer PlayerOften heralded as one of the best, if not the best, soccer player in the world, Lionel Andrés “Leo” Messi currently plays forward for FC Barcelona and serves as the captain of the Argentina National Team. Messi was born on June 24th, 1987 in Rosario, Argentina, the largest city in the province of Santa Fe in central Argentina, to parents Jorge Horacio Messi and Celia Maria Cuccittini. He is the third of four children with two older brothers, Rodrigo and Matias, and a sister, Maria Sol.

Messi’s career as a soccer player began at the early age of five when he started playing soccer for Grandoli, which was a local soccer club coached by his father. After two years of playing for Grandoli, Messi switched to a team in his home city of Rosario, the Newell’s Old Boys. As a member of the Newell’s Old Boys (Who became known as “The Machine of ‘87”) the team lost only one soccer match over four years. Messi’s early career as a soccer player came to a fork in the road when he turned 11 and was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency. After learning about his talent, Carles Rexach offered Messi a tryout for FC Barcelona and ultimately agreed to cover Messi’s medical bills for treatment of his growth hormone deficiency.

From 2000 to 2003, Messi continued to develop as a young prospect as a team member of the FC Barecelona’s Junior Infantile B and Cadet B & A. Messi continued to work his way from FC Barecelona’s Juvenil B, to Juvenil A, to FC Barelona C team, then B. At the age of 16, Messi started his first game with the club in a friendly soccer match between Barcelona and Porto. Within a year of his first start he made his official league debut in a match against RCD Espanyol becoming the third youngest player to ever make a start for FC Barcelona. His first goal came against Albacete Balompie and earned him the record of the youngest player to score a goal for FC Barcelona in a La Liga game. (Which was later broken by Bojan Krkic, who scored from a Messi assist) Messi continued to play for FC Barecelona, and as of 2013 is still an active member of the club.

Messi’s style of play is characterized by a low center of gravity which allows him to be more agile than most players. He is notably a strong finisher with great pace, dribbling, balance and passing ability. Messi is dominantly a left footed soccer player and his short, strong legs enable bursts of speed coupled with his quick feet giving him the ability to maintain great ball control even at full speed. It’s almost like the ball stays glued to his foot even when running at full speed, having possibly the best ball control skills of any player.

Lionel Messi has an accomplished list of awards that he has won throughout his years as a soccer player, including:

As a member of FC Barcelona he has won the La Liga 5 times, the Copa del Ray 2 times, the Supercopa de Espana 5 times, the UEFA Champions League 3 times, the UEFA Super Cup twice and the FIFA Club World Cup twice.

As a Member of the Argentia National Team he has won an Olympic gold medal in 2008 and the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2005. He was runner up in the 2007 Copa America and placed third in the U20 South American Youth Championship in 2005.

Some of the Individual soccer awards that he was won throughout his career include: the FIFA Balloon d’Or 3 times, the Ballon d’Or 1 time, FIFA player of the year 1 time, World soccer young player of the year 3 times, World soccer player of the year 3 times, the Onze d’Or 3 times, the IFFHS Worlds top goal scorer twice, the IFFHS Worlds best top division goal scorer once, the Goal.com Player of the Year soccer award twice, El Pais King of European soccer 4 times, the ESPY Best International Athlete once, the European Golden Shoe twice, the UEFA Best soccer player in Europe award 1 time, the UEFA Club Footballer of the year award once, the UEFA Team of the year award 5 times and the European Golden Boy award once.

At only 25 years old, Messi has won many different cups, set many different records and continues to amaze people both on and off the field.  Lionel Messi is certainly a player to keep your eye on in the years to come as he continues to develop as a player.

Here is a great soccer video documenting some of the more incredible soccer plays that Lionel Messi has ever made.

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Interview with David DeLuise of Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place

March 19, 2013

David DeLuise of  Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place interviews about his upcoming role in the Golden Shoes Soccer Movie. David DeLuise plays coach Dominic in the upcoming movie. Watch the interview with David DeLuise as he discusses his role of Coach Dominic in the Golden Shoes soccer movie.

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2014 FIFA World Cup Information

March 19, 2013

The 2014 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to take place June 12th, 2014 thru July 13th, 2014 in Brazil. The official slogan for the 2014 FIFA World Cup is ALL IN ONE RHYTHM™. It is more than just a slogan however, it is the underlying mindset and theme that is evident throughout all levels of the event organization. Influence of the ALL IN ONE RHYTHM slogan will be seen in events such as the FIFA Fan Fest, opening and closing ceremonies, and even through various Government campaigns promoting the 2014 World Cup.

Fuleco - 2014 FIFA World Cup MascotThe official mascot for the 2014 FIFA World Cup is Fuleco the Armadillo – As pictured to the left. The voting process for the official 2014 World Cup Mascot was a three month long campaign that was supported by Coca-Cola. Fuleco won the voting with 48% of the vote followed by Zuzeco with 31% of the vote and Amijubi with 21% of the vote, making Fuleco the unanimous winner. One of the most important themes of the 2014 FIFA World Cup is the importance of the environment and ecology. As an Armadillo, which is a vulnerable species, the name Fuleco is a combination of the words “futebol” and “ecologia”. This combination is intended to communicate the importance of behaving in an environmentally friendly manner. (For more information about Fuleco, visit http://mascot.fifa.com/about.php)

The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil will take place among 12 different cities in brazil, with Rio De Janeiro as the focal point, hosting 7 games at Estadio do Maracana including the 2014 FIFA World Cup Final. Below is a list of all the cities and their respective stadiums.

2014 FIFA World Cup Host Cities & Stadiums

  • Belo Horizonte – Estadio Mineirao
  • Brasilia – Estadio Nacional
  • Cuiaba – Arena Pantanal
  • Curitiba – Arena Da Baixada
  • Fortaleza – Estadio Catelao
  • Manaus – Arena Amazonia
  • Natal – Estadio Das Dunas
  • Porto Alegre – Estadio Beira-Rio
  • Recife – Arena Pernambuco
  • Rio de Janeiro – Estadio Jornalista Mario Filho (Commonly known as Estadio do Marcana)
  • Salvador – Arena Fonte Nova
  • Sao Paulo – Arena De Sao Paulo

On Thursday, September 27th, 2012, the FIFA Executive Committee convened to finalize the 2014 FIFA World Cup match schedule. On June 12th, 2014 at 17:00 local time, the opening match of the 2014 World Cup will take place in Sao Paulo. Group stage games will start at 13:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 and 21:00 (All Local Times). Knock-out stage matches will begin at 13:00 and 17:00, Semi-Final matches will be played at 17:00 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup Final will be played on July 13th, 2014 at 16:00 in the Maracana stadium.

2014 FIFA World Cup Preliminary Draw

The Preliminary draw for the 2014 FIFA World Cup took place on Saturday July 30, 2011. The preliminary draw determines the matchups for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. These matches will be held in the next few years leading up to the World Cup.

Intercontinental play-offs
Asia – South America
North, Central America and the Caribbean – Oceania

African Zone Draw
Group A: South Africa, Botswana, Central African Republic, Somalia or Ethiopia
Group B: Tunisia, Cape Verde Islands, Sierra Leone, Equatorial Guinea or Madagascar
Group C: Côte d’Ivoire, Morocco, Gambia, Chad or Tanzania
Group D: Ghana, Zambia, Sudan, Lesotho or Burundi
Group E: Burkina Faso, Gabon, Niger, Sao Tome e Principe or Congo
Group F: Nigeria, Malawi, Seychelles or Kenya, Djibouti or Namibia
Group G: Egypt, Guinea, Zimbabwe, Comoros or Mozambique
Group H: Algeria, Mali, Benin, Eritrea or Rwanda
Group I: Cameroon, Libya, Guinea-Bissau or Togo, Swaziland or Congo DR
Group J: Senegal, Uganda, Angola, Mauritius or Liberia

Asian Zone Draw
Group A: China, Jordan, Iraq, Singapore
Group B: Korea Republic, Kuwait, UAE, Lebanon
Group C: Japan, Uzbekistan, Syria, Korea DPR
Group D: Australia, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Thailand
Group E: Iran, Qatar, Bahrain, Indonesia

North, Central America and the Caribbean Zone Draw (Round Two)
Group A: El Salvador, Surinam, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic
Group B: Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Barbados, Bermuda
Group C: Panama, Dominica, Nicaragua, Bahamas
Group D: Canada, St. Kitts and Nevis, Puerto Rico, St Lucia
Group E: Grenada, Guatemala, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Belize
Group F: Haiti, Antigua and Barbuda, Curacao, US Virgin Islands

North, Central America and the Caribbean Zone Draw (Round Three)
Group A: USA, Jamaica, Winner of R2 Grp E, Winner of R2 Grp F
Group B: Mexico, Costa Rica, Winner of R2 Grp A, Winner of R2 Grp B
Group C: Honduras, Cuba, Winner of R2 Grp D, Winner of R2 Grp C

Oceanian Zone Draw
Group A: Vanuatu, New Caledonia, American Samoa/Cook Islands/Samoa or Tonga, Tahiti
Group B: Fiji, New Zealand, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea

European Zone Draw
Group A: Croatia, Serbia, Belgium, Scotland, Macedonia, Wales
Group B: Italy, Denmark, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Armenia, Malta.
Group C: Germany, Sweden, Republic of Ireland, Austria, Faroe Islands, Kazakhstan.
Group D: Netherlands, Turkey, Hungary, Romania, Estonia, Andorra.
Group E: Norway, Slovenia, Switzerland, Albania, Cyprus, Iceland.
Group F: Portugal, Russia, Israel, Northern Ireland, Azerbaijan, Luxembourg
Group G: Greece, Slovakia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Lithuania, Latvia, Lichtenstein
Group H: England, Montenegro, Ukraine, Poland, Moldova, San Marino
Group I: Spain, France, Belarus, Georgia, Finland

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Interview with Aedin Mincks & Christian Koza

March 11, 2013

Here’s another great behind the scenes look at the cast of the upcoming Golden Shoes soccer movie! An exclusive interview with Aedin Mincks (From Disney’s Ant Farm, Ted, and the Hangover Part II) and Christian Koza. The young stars talk about their roles in the upcoming movie and life behind the scenes of the Golden Shoes soccer movie.

For more information about the movie, be sure to check out our IMDB Page at the following link:

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Interview with John Wesley Shipp

March 11, 2013

Hey Golden Shoes Fans! Here’s a great interview with actor John Wesley Shipp about his upcoming role as President of the United States in the Golden Shoes soccer movie. John talks about the overall message of the film, and how he is able to convey his own personal sentiments about the topic of bullying through his role in the movie. He also speaks about the all-star cast and crew of Golden Shoes, describing it as a BIG little film shot in Michigan.

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History of the Soccer Ball

March 5, 2013

Throughout its long and illustrious history, the sport of Soccer has evolved to become the world’s most popular sport. As the sport has evolved so has the equipment that is used to play the game. The Center piece and most important piece of equipment used when playing soccer is the soccer ball.

Ancient civilizations such as the Ts’in and Han Dynasties of China and even the ancient Egyptians, who played games similar to soccer, used animal skin and other animal parts to construct the first “soccer” balls known to exist. The first predecessor of the modern soccer ball was constructed in 1855 by Charles Goodyear. Goodyear’s ball was constructed using vulcanized rubber, a newly invented technology allowing for more predictable ball behavior when kicked. This design was later improved upon in 1862 by H.J. Lindon which was the first inflatable ball design.

In 1872 the English Football Association set forth some general rules for soccer balls which stated that the ball must be spherical with a circumference of 27 to 28 inches and weigh between 15-17 ounces. In 1937 the weight of the Soccer Ball was increased to 14-16 ounces. The only drastic thing that has changed about the soccer ball since 1872 is the material of the ball and the shape of the panels that form the ball. During the late 1880’s interlocking panels helped to increase the overall strength and stability of the soccer ball.

In the Early 1900’s Soccer balls were made of stronger rubber and interlocking leather panels, enabling the soccer ball to withstand more force. The heavier rubber and leather construction of these balls enabled them to be quite durable. However, during rainy conditions the leather would absorb moisture causing the ball to become very heavy and ultimately caused many head injuries. Water absorption was eventually combatted by using synthetic paints and other nonporous materials.

During the 1950’s a few more advances took place in the evolution of the soccer ball. A new valve was developed which no longer required a slit in the outer layer of the ball, allowing for more air retention, and the first white soccer ball was permitted allowing for higher visibility.

Synthetic soccer balls did not come into existence until the 1960’s and continued to gain acceptance up until the 1980’s when leather soccer balls were obsolete. Synthetic soccer balls performed much like their leather counter parts with the major advantage being less water absorption.

The Buckminster soccer ball is probably the most iconic soccer ball design throughout history. Originally created by Richard Buckminster Fuller, the Buckminster soccer ball design consisted of a series of 20 hexagonal and 12 pentagonal surfaces sewn together to make a nearly perfect sphere. Alternation of black and white panels helped players discern any movement in the balls trajectory.

The ultimate goal is to develop a ball that is water proof, faster, more accurate, softer and will not absorb energy. The design of the soccer ball will continue to evolve as new materials and manufacturing processes are developed.

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History of the Soccer Uniform

March 4, 2013

Soccer (or football ) is the world’s most popular sport. Soccer’s popularity has far exceeded any other sport, being played by over 250 Million people in over 200 countries throughout the world. Early versions of soccer first emerged in England and date back to at least the Eighth century. Throughout the long and fabled history of Soccer, the rules have changed, its popularity has increased, and the game has become more exciting. Amidst all of the changes that the sport has endured, one aspect of the game has remained constant – Players have always worn some type of uniform.

Soccer uniforms have played an important role throughout the history of the sport, allowing players to stay cool and to protect them from bodily injury. Soccer uniforms generally consist of the following components: short or long-sleeved jersey top, soccer shorts, soccer socks, shin guards and soccer shoes (or soccer cleats).

Around the year 1870, popularity of the sport and media attention spurred an evolution of the Soccer Uniform. The primary function of the Soccer Uniform was no longer to just keep the player cool and safe but rather to identify the player and the team to which they belonged. The addition of numbers and distinguishing colors/logos were used for the first time to help fans and players alike identify each other on the field.
Numbers on the back of soccer uniforms were originally determined based on a team’s starting formation. Numbers 1-11 were given to the starting players of each team. Substitute players were assigned numbers beginning at 12.

Here is the original breakdown of the numbers assigned to soccer players on their uniforms:

1 – Goalkeeper
2 – Right back
3 – Left back
4 – Stopper
5 – Last man/Sweeper
6 – Middle fielder
7 – Right winger
8 – Striking midfielder
9 – Striker
10 – Striking midfielder
11 – Left winger

Soccer players wore jerseys that were tailor made from durable, natural fibers in a variety of collar designs. Laced crew necks and wide horizontal/vertical stripes were very common among soccer uniforms of the early 20th century.

In the 1930s, collared rugby-style shirts replaced crew necks. A great example of the shift from laced crew necks to rugby style shirts was most visible with the 1933 Arsenal red shirt with white sleeves, and a wide, white collar. In the mid 20th century the “Continental Style” of soccer uniforms came to existence. This style of soccer uniform was evident by light-weight synthetic fabrics and a short-sleeved v-neck style shirt, creating a look that evolved into the modern soccer jersey.

During the later portion of the 20th century, jerseys worn by professional soccer players patronized various brands such as nike and adidas and Jerseys soon became more commercial as teams sold replica jerseys of notable players.

Technological and Industrial advances continue to produce soccer uniforms that are lighter and more breathable than ever, boasting fabrics that are made from cotton, nylon and polyester blends. From the early creation of soccer to the modern age, soccer uniforms have evolved with the times and continue to serve their aesthetic and functional purposes.

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Director’s Statement on the film ‘GOLDEN SHOES’

November 14, 2012

It was an unusually cold and rainy in September 2012 in Farmington Hills when we first rolled camera for GOLDEN SHOES. This would be my sixth feature film with the biggest stars I have worked with. It was another rare and exhilarating opportunity to direct another film.

A year and a half earlier, I had met Norman Koza. He told me about the story he had written called GOLDEN SHOES and set me off to write the screenplay. I worked endlessly writing and rewriting the script. It was a pleasure for me because I love soccer and still play. In fact, I was a semi pro at it. So it was a feat to lose myself in writing it each day. This film was special to me. In Golden Shoes I wanted to portray that there was also a system around soccer, an entrenched society that was wrecking people’s lives, and how a simple boy who has nothing going for him, can make a difference and inspire not only a team but also a nation. The system I speak of is about true life. The economy, war, and bullying. All these facets are present in our current lives and as such I intertwined it with the story layering it with subplots to make the story more engaging. With true fidelity that can only be achieved through lavish promiscuity, I articulated, drafted, redrafted, and rewrote for months. This was essential to making the film more distinctive. I sought to avoid the stereotyping of the characters that is usually done. Norm and I wanted a good story! As William Shakespeare, the master, had made a point of always mixing showing and telling, I stuck to the form of characters and their individual plight. It was as always, a privilege.

The weather that was bestowed on us for this production will not be forgotten. The rain and wind mired our days. The kids were great and so was the crew as we shot these scenes each day on the soccer fields. So we persevered. The crew stood tall, and we marched each day with valor and made our days. But there was pleasure and laughter, and this is the magic of film. To work with Vivica Fox, John Rhys Davies, Dina Meyers, Motel Williams and Eric Roberts was great and they all nailed their characters with grace. But it was a blessing working with my friend Christian Koza. It was only his first film as a lead actor. Given the dire events that preceded the film, and the fact that he was to step up to the plate, Christian and I laughed and worked hard on his character. I was impressed by his willingness to do anything and his openness to trust me. As such he beat the odds. He rose to the challenge, and as always, he stuck to his character and performed gracefully. The child actor is a star in the making and I have no doubt about it.

I am ever so humbled to be with such people and the amazing crew that fought so hard to shoot this film in twenty days. Only twenty? I can’t believe it. My hat goes off to the crew. Thank you. It was an honor. I hope people will understand when they watch this film that it was done independently by a very regular guy, who just loves film.

Lance Kawas – October, 2012

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On the set with David DeLuise

October 18, 2012

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Golden Shoes Casting Call September 2012

October 18, 2012

Golden Shoes Movie thank you for all the support.

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