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Take on the world! The Disney Cup International has attracted teams from more than 20 countries for 17 years and continues to grow. This year, teams will compete against players from Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Argentina, Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, Puerto Rico, Honduras, UK, Ecuador, Colombia and more. This event offers your team the opportunity to compete at world-class facilities while also enjoying everything the Walt Disney World® Resort has to offer. Registration
Dates: July 16, 2018 - July 22, 2018
Entry Deadline: June 8, 2018
Age Divisions: U9 to U19
Tournament fee for nonpackaged (room only) teams:
U9 - U10 (7v7) $675
U11 - U12 (9v9) $725
U13 - U19 (11v11) $965
Tournament fee for packaged teams:
$100
Team Registration Includes:
- Professional tournament organization and service
- All games played at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
- Minimum 4-game guarantee with no more than one (1) game per day, allowing plenty of time to visit the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks with family and friends
- Opening ceremony for all teams
- Certified referees
- Presence of athletic trainers, provided by Select Medical, at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
- Ice water at each field
- Awards presented to 1st-4th place teams for groups of 7 or more teams, 1st & 2nd for groups of 6 or fewer teams
Application & Refund Process
Upon acceptance into the tournament, your team entry fee must be paid in full immediately to guarantee your spot. Entry fees are non-refundable. In the event your team must withdraw from the tournament, you must notify the tournament director in writing at least 30 days prior to the tournament date and you will be allowed to transfer your entry fee to a future event.
*All coaches and athletes are required to purchase the minimum travel package, stay in one of the official tournament hotels and use one of Disney's approved travel providers to compete at the event. See details under the Travel Packages and Rules tabs.
**Events may be subject to availability, capacity limits, eligibility requirements, and may be subject to delay, change, or cancellation for inclement weather. Application deadline subject to change due to volume of applications and event capacity. In the event that an Age Division Bracket does not attain an adequate number of registered teams, the Tournament Director shall notify those registered teams as soon as possible. The teams will be given the option of playing up or receiving a full refund.
International Team Registration
Registration is open for International Teams for the Disney Cup International, at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World® Resort.
International Teams - Requirements
- All international teams must stay at the Walt Disney World® Resort and purchase a registration package for each athlete, coach and spectator on the team with a Disney Sport representative.
- All teams must be confirmed and fully paid no later than 30 days prior to take advantage of the Promotional discount package.
- Each team is limited to a maximum 18 athletes for 11v11, 14 athletes for 9v9 and 12 athletes for 7v7
- Travel partners must are responsible for the entire groups registration, documentation and necessary invoices for payment.
- The travel partner will be responsible to secure from Disney and provide teams with package components to include: theme park tickets, length of event tickets for spectators to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and wristbands for transportation.
BENEFITS
- Specially-priced accommodations at selected Disney hotels
- Guaranteed tournament entries
- Specially-priced theme park tickets
- Transportation for the tournament, airport and Theme parks
- Meet and play against teams from around the world
- Minimum four (4) games guarantee
PACKAGES
Specially-priced packages for athletes, coaches and spectators include discounted hotel accommodations, theme park tickets, and admission to all tournament games.
- Participant /team registration fee
- Hotel accommodations
- Theme park Tickets + water park tickets
- Ground Transportation
- Spectator Tournament Tickets
- Participant Give away
- Game ball (1 per team)
OPTIONALS
- Meal Packages
Booking Process
- Step 1: Contact the Disney Sports international group sales department, Leonardo Leite (Leonardo.Leite@disney.com) – phone 407 938-3567 to be qualified into the tournament with the information for how many rooms and nights will be needed for the participants.
- Step 2: After receiving your room request and corresponding deposit, confirm your participation in the tournament by signing and returning your package agreement.
- Step 3: Collect all required paperwork to ensure your participation in the tournament:
- Rooming list
- Signed Disney Sports waiver for each player
- Completed online application for the team
- Step 4: All payments are due 30 days prior to the group's arrival. Payments can be made via wire transfer, credit card, or approved company check. Late payments are subject to additional fees.
Important Dates
TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINES
- All international teams must be fully registered before 45 days prior to event.
TEAM VISA ASSISTANCE
- Only teams that have a signed contract with deposit are eligible to receive Visas assistance. Deadline for Visa assistance is 75 days prior to arrival. You must provide a room list in order to get your Visa assistance.
TEAM CONTRACT DEPOSIT
- The team has 15 days from the date of the request to return the package agreement with the deposit requirement.
- Rooms are not held until room deposit is received.
TEAM FULL PAYMENT
- Full payment must be received before 30 days prior to arrival.
- Teams that do not finalize all payments 30 days prior to arrival will be subjected to late fees, forfeit of deposit, and other penalties that could include cancellation from the tournament.
TEAM ROOM LIST
- An accurate and final rooming list is due 60 days prior to the tournament.
TEAM DOCUMENTATION
- Need to be sent 45 days prior to arrival
- Copy of passport
- Medical form and waiver signed
- Proof of insurance
- Letter from the school or soccer club that the team represents
- Fill in the roster with player profiles online (www.gotsoccer.com)
Attention Puerto Rican teams: Please follow the registration process for U.S. teams. For questions, please contact the Disney Soccer team at 407-938-3567 or email leonardo.leite@disney.com
Request for Information - English
Thank you for your interest in the Disney Cup International. Please complete the information requested below and a member of the Disney Soccer team will contact you with the requirements for international team participation and information on ESPN Wide World of Sports approved travel providers in your region.
Solicitud de Información - en Español
Gracias por su interes en el Disney Cup International. Favor de completar la informacion requerida abajo, y un miembro del Disney Soccer se communicara con usted con los requerimientos que usted necesitara para participar como grupo internacional. Tambien se le enviara informacion sobre las agencias de viajes approvadas en nuestra region y ESPN Wide World of Sports.
Pedido de Informação - no Português
Obrigado por seu interesse no torneio Disney Cup International. Por favor, complete o formulário abaixo e um membro do Disney Soccer team fará contato com voce para informá-lo dos requisitos de participação para equipes internacionais e agentes de viagem autorizados em seu país.
Travel Packages
All teams, except as noted below, are subject to book lodging through the Disney designated travel provider as a condition to compete at the event.
- Teams that are located within a 75 mile driving distance of the ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex are not required to book.
- Teams that are located within a 90 mile driving distance of the ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex and have a drive time of less than 90 minutes are not required to book.
- All teams over 90 miles are expected to book with the designated travel provider as a condition to compete - no exceptions
- Addresses used for the determination of the distance/time will be the address of ESPN Wide World of Sports and the team's primary contact address.
- ™ or other approved online mapping services will be used to determine driving distance and time.
PACKAGES
- For packaged teams, $100.00 tournament registration fee
- Team must be fully packaged – Minimum 16 packages
- For package information, please click here
- Florida teams should email Anthony Travel for package pricing.
NON-PACKAGED (ROOM ONLY) OPTION (Teams who chose not to purchase a package will pay the below tournament registration fee, then book room through AnthonyTravel)
- $675.00 for non-packaged U9-U10 (7v7) tournament registration fee
- $725.00 for non-packaged U11-U12 (9v9) tournament registration fee
- $965.00 for non-packaged U13-U19 (11v11) tournament registration fee
Book package/room accommodations with Disney's designated travel provider, Anthony Travel, by calling 800-736-6377 or visiting .
International Teams
If you are traveling, either domestically or internationally, and would like assistance in securing travel packages, please contact one of the Official Tour Operators or Travel Agents below to learn more!
What are the benefits of booking your Disney trip with one of the Official Tour & Travel Partners?
- Personalized guest service and communication from our Official Tour & Travel Partners
- Specially-priced Disney Packages
- Onsite Guides and Interpreters, provided by our Official Tour & Travel Partners
- Ease of mind – leave the travel planning to the experts
Note: Based on group size, please contact Official Tour & Travel Partner for more details. Every Tour & Travel Partner is different, so please be sure to contact them directly for specific package and payment options.
International Travel Providers*
- Argentina
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Bahamas
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Brazil
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Bolivia
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Canada**
- , click or call (866) 341-1777
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Chile
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Colombia
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Costa Rica
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Dominican Republic
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Ecuador
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El Salvador
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Guatemala
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Honduras
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Mexico
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Nicaragua
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Panama
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Peru
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Spain
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United Kingdom
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Venezuela
*If you are unable to locate a travel provider, please contact the Disney Created Soccer Sales Office at 407-938-3805.
**Canada travel partners apply for all Non-Showcase Disney Sporting Events.
Theme Parks
Dining Options
The ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill is a quick-service restaurant located at the entrance to the sports complex. Menu items include burgers, sandwiches, and salads as well as an assortment of desserts and beverages.
Ordering Fresh Prepared MealsTeams have the option to place catering orders in advance of their trip for quick, easy and well balanced fresh prepared meals, bulk beverages, and/or snacks. The convenience of having your meals planned in advance will save on time and stress.
Place your order at least 2 business days prior to the event date. Deliveries for Saturday, Sunday or Monday must be received by 3pm on Friday.
Please call 407-939-2026 with any questions or to customize your order.
Special Functions
Special food and beverage options may be available for your event, including catered meals or private parties. Please check your event listing on the web site or contact us for more information.
Reservations at Walt Disney World® Restaurants
Call 407.WDW.DINE for information on Walt Disney World® or to make a reservation for your team.
Videography / Photography
* To ensure quality photography, only teams and or athletes that register for Disney's Gameday Photos will receive photos service. Gameday Photos does not photograph all games and participants only those who reserve a photographer. By focusing on the athletes that have registered for photography, we are able to capture more and relevant images for a greater, high quality, selection to choose from.
Videography
will be offering its filming and highlight reel services to capture your games in High Definition. StreamSports camera operators film from Skypods, reaching a height of 25 feet, providing the perfect viewing angle for coaches, players and parents. StreamSports staff and employees come from sports backgrounds and all camera operators are trained specifically to film soccer.
? Have StreamSports create the perfect highlight reel for you to showcase your skills. Your highlight reel comes with your very own Player Video Portal, perfect for sending to coaches and recruiters.
For additional information about StreamSports during the 2018 Disney Cup International, please , or you may call 407-965-0245 or email info@streamsports.com.
Schedule
| Day/Date | Activity | Scheduled Times |
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Sunday July 15 |
Registration | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
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Sunday July 15 |
Opening Ceremony | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
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Monday July 16 |
Pool Play Begins | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Tuesday July 17 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Wednesday July 18 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Thursday July 19 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Friday July 20 |
Pool Play Continues | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Saturday
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Semi-Finals | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Sunday
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Finals | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Sunday
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Disney Cup International Party | 8:00 pm. - Midnight |
Checklist
Please follow the below checklist to complete your registration and prepare to compete!
Book room accommodations with Disney's designated travel provider, Anthony Travel, by calling 800-736-6377 or visiting .
Due Date: 30 Days prior to arrival
If you do not complete your room reservations by this date your team will not be scheduled and will be cancelled from the tournament.
Waivers
You are required to submit signed Disney Sports Waivers for each team member and coach that will be listed on your official team roster. Our waiver collection process has changed from previous years. You are no longer required to mail or fax waivers prior to arrival to an event.
Access your Disney Sports Waiver form by visiting the Required Documents section.
Online Roster - You are required to submit your team roster online.
Due Date: 21 Days prior to the event
Note about eligibility/age requirements: The player's playing age is determined by the following USYSA guidelines for 2017/2018.
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Age Division |
Birth Year Range |
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Under 19 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 1999 |
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Under 18 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2000 |
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Under 17 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2001 |
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Under 16 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2002 |
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Under 15 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2003 |
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Under 14 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2004 |
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Under 13 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2005 |
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Under 12 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2006 |
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Under 11 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2007 |
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Under 10 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2008 |
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Under 09 Girls and Boys Division |
Born in 2009 |
In the event that an age division bracket does not reach an adequate number of registered teams, the Tournament Director will notify those registered teams as soon as possible. The teams will be given the option of play up an age group or receiving a full refund.
Sanctioning/Player Cards
FYSA AND USSF SANCTIONING
This tournament is sanctioned by FYSA and USSF. In order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF/USYSA/FYSA or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card. If you are not a member of any of these organizations please call (800) 4-SOCCER to obtain membership information.
SANCTIONING RULES FOR FYSA TEAMS
In order to participate in this tournament all FYSA teams must be in "Good Standing". Please submit for approval a copy of your official FYSA computer-generated roster.
SANCTIONING RULES FOR NON-FLORIDA TEAMS
In order to participate in this tournament all USYS and other USSF affiliates must be in "Good Standing" and obtain Permission to Travel* from their State/National Association. Please bring a copy of your completed approved/certified roster along with your permission to travel to the on-site registration.
International and Domestic Application to Host Forms accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
*A certified US club roster will serve as permission to travel for US club teams.
In order to participate in this tournament all teams from outside the United States must have written permission and verification from their country's Federation indicating authorization to participate in the Disney Youth Tournament. Please send a copy of your completed Approved/Certified Roster, your Permission to Travel and Proof of Insurance to our office at least 30 days prior to the event. International teams (players and coaches) will be required to present passports at registration.
On-Site Tournament Registration
Sunday, July 15, 2018
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Disney's Coronado Springs Convention Center
At least one team representative must attend and that representative must present the following documents:
Printed copy of your Disney Official Roster ()
- Permission to Travel
- Medical Release Forms (Due at On-Site Check In)
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Disney Sports Waivers accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. Access sample medical release form via the Required Documents section. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration and kept in the possession of a team official.
Credentials
Credentials will be distributed at Registration. To receive credentials, each team must have already paid their Tournament Entry Fee and must present their completed Disney Sports Waiver forms. Minors (under age 18) must have a parent or legal guardian sign the Release and Indemnity section of the waiver. Coaches may pick up credentials for the entire team by providing the proper documents for verification. The credential specifies the areas of ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex participants can enter as well as the dates of validity. Once received, the credential must be visible to gain admittance. Credentials are non-transferable. If a credential is lost or stolen, it will be necessary to pay a replacement fee.
Complex Admission
- Daily admission: $18.50 (ages 10 & older) $13.50 (ages 3-9)
- LOE admission: $74.00 (ages 10 & older) $54.00 (ages 3-9)
On-Site Event Check-In
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Disney's Coronado Springs Convention Center
At least one team representative must attend and that representative must present the following documents:
- Printed copy of your Disney Official Roster ()
- Permission to Travel Required Documents section.
- Medical Release Forms (Due at On-Site Check In)
- Disney Sports Waivers accessible by visiting the Required Documents section.
Disney Soccer events shall require all teams participating in the tournament to provide medical releases for each player in an appropriate form. Most organizations/clubs/leagues/teams have their own forms. These are acceptable for Disney Soccer events. These authorizations shall be reviewed by Disney Soccer at registration and kept in the possession of a team official.
Required Documents
Permission to Travel (Domestic)
In order to participate in this tournament all USYS and other USSF affiliates must be in "Good Standing" and obtain Permission to Travel* from their State/National Association.state Please bring a copy of your completed approved/certified roster along with your permission to travel to the on-site registration. **Permission to Travel is not required from teams registered with FYSA or US Club Soccer.
Download Domestic Application to Host Form
Waivers
All of your participants appearing on the roster (coaches, athletes, staff, etc.) must sign an event waiver. Waivers may be downloaded at the links below, and all waivers must be presented at team check-in when you arrive for the event.
Adult Waiver (18 and older)
Minor Waiver (17 and younger)
Rules
Your team and its athletes are responsible for knowing and following the official tournament rules, available via the link below.
2018 Disney Cup International Rules
Medical Release Form
Download the Medical Release Form
Rules
FYSA/USYSA Tournament Rules will apply.
Download Official Tournament Rules - via Required Documents tab.
Venues & Maps
ESPN WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEX
700 S. Victory Way
Kissimmee, FL 34747
AUSTIN-TINDALL REGIONAL PARK
4100 Boggy Creek Road
Kissimmee, FL 34744
NORTHEAST REGIONAL PARK
50901 Hwy 27
Davenport, FL 33897
MICKEY'S RETREAT
8151 Lake Forrest Drive
Orlando, FL 32821
Express Check-In
To qualify for Express Check-In, Click here.
Required Documents for Express Check-In:
- Completed Disney Sports Waiver Forms
- Please upload forms in PDF Format- no JPEG submissions will be accepted
- Documents should be in alphabetical order, legible, and uploaded as 1 file for coach waivers and 1 file for athlete waivers
- Adult Waiver (18 and older)
- Minor Waiver (17 and younger)
- Correct Roster in GOT Soccer
- Player Photos
- Proof of age
On-site Tournament Registration
Date: Sunday, July 15
Location: Disney's Coronado Springs Convention Center
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST
Waiver
Guest Player Registration
Your information will be provided to coaches that are looking for guest players. Remember, in order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card.
IMPORTANT: Due to the different rules and regulations for guest players throughout the many USYS State Associations and other National Governing Bodies (NGB) it is the responsibility of the players and coaches involved to make sure all the required forms and documents are provided to the tournament. If in doubt contact the State Associations/NGB involved.
- US Club Guest Player Form
- USYS Interstate Permission Form (For guest players to teams from another USYS State Associations)
COACHES:
If you are interested in adding a guest player to your team please follow the steps outlined below to access and add available guest players. Remember, in order to participate, all players and coaches are required to have a current USSF or their Affiliates Player/Coach Pass Card.
How to add a Guest Player to your roster:
- Go to your Got Soccer team page
- Click on Disney Cup International under Events Accepted
- Click on the tab that says "Guest Player"
- Select and contact the player from the list and add to your team
Referees
As part of the event we offer these benefits:
- Free hotel accommodations for visiting referees (2 working referees per room traveling from 60 miles outside Central Florida / Orlando area)
- Travel allowance for Grade 7 & higher referees (Must be traveling from 60 miles outside Central Florida/Orlando area)
- $15 Meal stipend provided for referees working 3+ games per day
- Complimentary gift
- Referee camaraderie
EVENT AT A GLANCE
DATES
Event:
July 16, 2018 – July 22, 2018
Registration Deadline:
June 8, 2018
International Registration:
All international teams must be fully registered 45 days before the tournament.
ELIGIBILITY
Team:
This is an USYSA Sanctioned Tournament - 2017/2018 season
Age Divisions:
U9 - U19
Player Eligibility:
Ages 9-19 may Participate – ages are based on USYSA guidelines for 2017/2018 for this event.
COMPETITION LEVEL
Moderate – High
Tournament fee for nonpackaged (room only) teams:
U9 - U10 (7v7) $675
U11 - U12 (9v9) $725
U13 - U19 (11v11) $965
Tournament fee for packaged teams:
$100
CONTACT
Disney Soccer Sales Manager
Phone: 407-938-3805
Email Us
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