International Teams Converge at the 8th Phuket Soccer 7s

The 8th Phuket International Soccer 7s Tournament will take place on November 27-28, 2010. Different teams from different countries will meet again to compete against each other in the goal to win the championship title of the annual soccer tournament. Now in its eighth year as an annual event, the Soccer 7s organizers and the people behind the event have been successful in inviting teams from all over the globe to showcase their talent, athleticism and camaraderie both in and out of the playing field.

Participants from all over the world include different teams from England, India, Singapore, Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Australia, Cambodia, China, Germany, and of course, from its host country, Thailand. The global diversity of the teams and their players add up to the excitement of the game and the challenge of pure skill. Everybody is openly invited to form a team and join the competition.

One unique feature of the tournament is that there is no prize money for the winning teams. All there is to the cup is the showcasing of talent and skill, and the chance to compete with completely different and foreign athletes. The main idea is to build up a friendly and healthy competition among the players.

Healthy competition is the key to this contest. Proof that this works is the fact that it has been a continuing annual event, lasting for eight years already. Passion for the game, for friendship, for sportsmanship and for fun is what keeps the spirit of the game alive.

There are two main divisions in the Phuket Soccer 7s Tournament: the Open Men Category and the Masters Men Category. There will be a maximum of 24 and 20 teams in each division, respectively. However, there is another soccer tournament, the Phuket Spicy Soccer 7s. The said tournament has been held every year and will celebrate its third annual tournament come February 2011.

An estimate of 300 games to be played by 88 teams originating from 18 countries is expected in the 8th Phuket Soccer 7s, together with the 5th Andaman Soccer 7s. Both tournaments are watched-out for events in Thailand by players and fans alike. The two tournaments will commence on November, with the Andaman tournament happening one week before Phuket's.

Tentatively, the Phuket International Academy (PIA) or the Karon Stadium will be the venue for the event. The locations are strategic not only for accommodating the soccer games, but also because they will cater to the convenience of the foreign teams. The hotel where the teams will be checking in, as well as the airport, stands close to the said venues.

Of course, the organizers will not permit for the soccer teams to not experience the night life of Phuket. Relaxation and de-stressing are only fit for the players after a day of serious football business. Parties will be all around the city. The players can enjoy local food and specialty cuisine in various restaurants. Clubs and bars are open for their night time enjoyment.

About The Author Michel Gerard is a Travel author living in Asia. Visit the Thailand Soccer 7s website to know more about the International Soccer 7s tournaments in Thailand. =>> http://www.thai7s.com