When establishing a tournament like the DLJdirect Gotham Cup a lot of things have to be taken into
consideration: field, referees, practice facilities, accommodations, transportation, media relations, etc.
But one of the most important components is, of course, the trophy that is given to the winner of the
tournament, along with the trophy presented to the DLJdirect Gotham Cup's Most Valuable Player.
When selecting the trophy, it was quickly decided that it had to be elegant, proud, unique,
and fascinating. In the company Crystal Impressions, and their exciting new art form, we feel that we
have found the perfect creator of the 1999 DLJdirect Gotham Cup trophies.
Crystal Impressions uses state-of-the-art laser technology and creativity to produce sculptures
that go unmatched in the entire world. By using direct Computer laser beams that are fired into a block
of optic grade crystal, they create images inside the crystal block without touching the outer surface.
All the trophies created for the DLJdirect Gotham Cup feature the logo of the tournament with
a 3D view encompassing all angles and views, creating a fascinating display of Giants Stadium and the
other features that comprise the logo. The process to transform the logo, designed by MetroStars
Graphic Designer Chris Bacoulis, into a 3D format from the original 2D drawing proved to be a time
consuming and difficult affair. The designers of the trophy and the organizing committee spent
approximately 3 weeks trying to mold the image into the vision both parties had
for the sculpture. After going back and forth numerous times, everything fell
into place and the 1999 DLJdirect Gotham Cup Trophy was ready to be created.
Rntham Hup Competition Rules
1Each- match shall last 90 minutes, comprising two periods
of 45 minutes, with an interval of 15 minutes in between.
2. Games tied after 90 minutes shall be decided by penalty kicks.
Five (5) players from each team will take alternating shots.
Only players participating in the game at the end of the
second half shall be eligible to take attempts.
3. Clocks in the stadium showing the length of time played shall
run from 0 to 90 minutes, stopping at the end of each half.
4. A maximum of five (5) substitutes shall be permitted per team, per game
5. If a player or team official is sent off as a result of having
received two yellow cards or a red card, he will be ineligible for
the remainder of that game, and the following tournament game.
6. The winners of Friday's(7/23) matches will play for the
championship on Sunday(7/25) following the consolation match.
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