LONDON 2012: Your ball, your call - British public asked to name football for Olympics

18 February 2011 18:30
Olympic ambition: England Under 21 ace Rodwell[LNB]The British public have been asked to choose a name for the football which will be used at next summer's Olympic Games. [LNB]The ball has been designed but not yet named and manufacturers Adidas are launching a competition for the best suggestion with the winner landing tickets to this year's Champions League final. [LNB]England Under 21 international Jack Rodwell said: 'It's really exciting for all in football to have the Olympic and Paralympic Games coming to London in 2012. [LNB]'The Games capture the whole world's attention and it'll be amazing to have the finest sportsmen and women competing in Britain. [LNB]Here's how you enter... To stand a chance of your name being picked, enter your suggestion at www.adidas.co.uk/nametheball - closing date for entries midnight 28th February 2011.[LNB]'I would be proud to be involved and represent Team GB as competing in an Olympics on home soil is without a doubt, a once in lifetime opportunity. [LNB]'As far as a name suggestion goes, I would call the football 'The Quest' as competing and winning the Olympics is a real sporting journey.'[LNB] Studies come first! British triathlete Olly Freeman opts for university over London 2012Four-time champion Hoy looking to safeguard Britain's cycling legacyWhy you should be part of... the Greatest Show on Earth[LNB]  Explore more:Places: London

Source: Daily_Mail