Statement from BW Gottschee

BW GOTTSCHEE FORCED TO GO IT ALONE

In 2010, Blau Weiss Gottschee entered into a sponsorship agreement with
the New York Cosmos. The terms of the agreement gave the New York
Cosmos the right to call the Blau Weiss Gottschee Development Academy
teams, "New York Cosmos Academy". In return, Blau Weiss Gottschee
received funds to facilitate free play and travel for all Academy
players. Funding is required per year, paid semi-annually (August and
January), and the first year's payments were delivered, generally, as
promised.

This season, 2011-2012, required funding for the Academy teams, 50% due
in August given the substantial up front costs and commitments for such a serious program, 
has yet to arrive, putting Blau Weiss Gottschee under extreme financial stress and severely impacting the club's operation. Assurances have been given by the Cosmos but to date no
money has arrived. As an unfortunate result, Blau Weiss Gottschee has
been forced to engage legal assistance and filed suit to ensure
compliance with the contractual terms of the agreement with the New York Cosmos.

In the meantime, Blau Weiss Gottschee's commitment to its players,
teams, community, and sport has not wavered. Unfortunately, Gottschee
will not be able to continue to provide free play in the immediate
term, but it will  continue to do what it has done for the past sixty
years; provide the highest quality soccer program possible, holding
true to its ideals of dedication, commitment, and integrity.

We will continue to keep fans posted as this situation develops.