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A huge thank you for helping to get Jay's story out. Jay and the team will send you a video message expressing our gratitude.
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Rise and Shine DVD and thank you video message from Jay and the team. Help make this happen! Be the first to get the DVD.
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Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD and thank you video from Jay and the team. Includes special bonus footage from the film. Be the first to get the DVD. Help get Jay's story told!
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By popular demand: Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine DVD (not Blu-Ray DVD) and thank you video message from Jay and the team.
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Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD) with special bonus footage along with thank you video message from Jay and the team. *Little known fact: Jay graduated college with an industrial design degree and likes getting artsy.
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Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD) with bonus footage plus thank you video message from Jay and the team.
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Special thank you in the film plus a personal phone call from the directors of the film plus Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD).
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Autographed Jay DeMerit jersey plus special thank you in the film plus a personal phone call from the directors of the film plus Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD).
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Autographed Jay DeMerit jersey plus special thank you in the film plus cleats signed by Jay DeMerit plus a personal phone call from Jay DeMerit plus Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise & Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD). Additionally receive a special PUMA prize pack. Jay is a PUMA sponsored athlete and PUMA has offered to donate prize packs to help the film. You are a legend!
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Autographed Jay DeMerit jersey plus special thank you in the film plus Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise & Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD). You are a legend! PLUS a training session with Jay for you (or your child) and teammates!!! *Training session in Vancouver only
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Executive Producer credit in the film plus autographed Jay DeMerit jersey plus cleats signed by Jay DeMerit plus a personal phone call from Jay DeMerit plus Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD). Additionally receive an extra special PUMA prize pack. Jay is a PUMA sponsored athlete and PUMA has offered to donate prize packs to help the film. You are a super legend!
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First 2 people to pledge will get cleats which Jay wore in the 2010 World Cup which contain special design by Jay DeMerit plus Executive Producer credit in the film plus autographed Jay DeMerit jersey plus cleats signed by Jay DeMerit plus a personal phone call from Jay DeMerit plus Limited Edition "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" poster plus Jay DeMerit designed t-shirt plus Rise and Shine Blu-Ray DVD (or DVD). Additionally receive an extra extra special PUMA prize pack. Jay is a PUMA sponsored athlete and PUMA has offered to donate prize packs to help the film. You are a beyond a legend! Additionally, each person will get to spend a day with Jay hanging out and playing soccer either in your city or a mutually convenient location (expenses not paid).
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Show older commentsCreator Sean Blankenship on June 27, 2012
Hey guys, I still haven't received my BluRay ... I've sent two messages to you guys through Kickstarter already and still haven't heard anything back. What gives?
Creator Nick and Ranko on May 3, 2012
Walter, the Blu Rays were sent today domestically. International will be sent early next week, just need to fill all the customs forms out. Thanks so much for your patience and support!
Creator Walter Siu on April 25, 2012
Hey guys, I'm wondering about the status of the BD. Any ETA on that?
Creator Ivan Heckscher on March 30, 2012
OOPS I guess I meant DVD... not easy to follow all this new technology...
Creator Ivan Heckscher on March 30, 2012
I still do not have a CD? where is it???
Creator Sandra barker on December 14, 2011
My husband and I watched the movie last night. LOVED IT! Congrats - I'm so pleased I was (a very small) part of it.
Creator Nathan Murton on December 12, 2011
Just received the DVD. Great job guys. Solid interviews. Totally worth the wait.
Creator Nick and Ranko on December 9, 2011
Thanks so much Ruth!!
Creator Ruth East on December 9, 2011
WOW received and watched it today fantastic living in Watford and a fan of WFC the filming in this area was so familiar and bought back so many memories
WELL DONE ALL
Creator Nick and Ranko on September 8, 2011
David, we just provided an update - let me know if for some reason you didn't get it. Want to make sure everyone is staying informed. We are approximately 2 months away from getting everything out, working really hard on editing which is coming along really well. Doing our best to get you the best film possible (as well as t-shirts, etc). It is quite a process but coming along very well. Thanks for your patience
Creator david farquharson on September 8, 2011
Hi All,
Any news on the DVD, T shirt etc? I guess this will probably be a while away but any update you have would be great. Thanks v much, David
Creator Nick and Ranko on July 28, 2011
Richard - join us on facebook for all the latest updates- rise and shine jay demerit story
We just received the funds to finish licensing and editing the film so we can get it out. We are working hard, more details to come soon. DVD will be available in the near future
Creator Richard Patey on July 28, 2011
Cannot see where to order a DVD of this project.
I'm either blind or it is hidden really well.
I went to http://kck.st/l3xflS but cannot see it.
Can you please advise?
Creator Adam on July 17, 2011
In before it's too late! American, but I know soccer more than any other sport in this country by a mile. Anything to help out the sport and make myself a little more normal later in life by promoting this sport to make it what it should be. Thank you Nick, Ranko, and of course Jay's determination for making this DVD possible in the first place. Go soccer, Go US of A!
Creator Mark Jagodzinski on July 17, 2011
I am glad to have contributed to this great story. Having playing at UIC with Jay for a very short time, to know his story, his journey, and his dream, makes this inspiring film one for every young soccer player to see. Congrats to all who were tied into making this film! (Just curious on how and when the DVD's will be released and delivered) Looking forward to seeing it!!!!!!
Creator Peter Fischer on July 17, 2011
What an amazing accomplishment guys! A HUGE Congrats. As someone who has seen projects succeed and fail on Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and other crowdsourcing sites (not to mention a huge soccer fan), I have NEVER seen a project run this well, with this much support and momentum. And most projects struggle to raise even a couple thousand! You guys had a huge goal in mind, but never for a second waivered in believing that this project would come to fruition. A fantastic accomplishment! Congrats to all!
Creator Nick and Ranko on July 17, 2011
Will do Chris! What a day that was, I am sure you guys still remember it like yesterday! Thanks so much
Jay - thank you as well, that is massive! It says so much that so many people are rallying around the story.
Carrie - your words ring very true! I really hope it reaches a worldwide audience, we have come further than we expected so why stop now?!
Creator Chris Faulder on July 17, 2011
Congratulations on making the target.
Jay is a fantastic guy and during his time at Watford became a real Hero for our daughter Emma. He always took time to speak to us and have photo's taken. It seems like only yesterday that great day in Cardiff. Emma had her wheelchair decorated especially for the occasion with JAY, JAY, USA & Stars & Stripes. Can't wait to see the film please pass on our regards to Jay thanks, Chris, Shani & Emma
Creator Jay de los Reyes on July 17, 2011
Had to wait for a couple of paydays, but I was damn excited to throw $500 behind this project!!! I'm unbelievably happy you guys are telling Jay Demerit's story, but I'm even more excited you were able to raise the $$ you needed to get it out to the masses! I can't wait to see it.
Creator Carrie Finneran on July 16, 2011
I see many soccer fans, coaches, players here. I am a former competitive springboard and platform diver,and after watching the trailer I was in. I think this film will reach a worldwide audience, no matter what sport, because anyone who has tried to do something very difficult, or almost impossible, can relate to the long road of hopes, fears, doubts, disappointments, fears, and tiny steps of victory getting there.
Creator Jason Corliss on July 15, 2011
Congrats, boys!!! Thrilled that you made it over the top, and damn proud to have played a small part in helping it happen!
Creator smstrych on July 15, 2011
YESSSS
Creator timothy mattson on July 15, 2011
YES!! My girlfriend has a nephew who is only 13 and had already been offered to start a training program to play soccer in the olympics when he's 16. I'm getting the perfect birthday present for him now in a DVDof one of the greatest stories ever told relating to soccer.
Creator Terrell Brown on July 15, 2011
Made my pledge just as it was rising past the 100% mark. Could not be more proud to be a soccer fan in this country. Always try to support our national team in whatever they do, have always been a US Soccer Official Supporter, and now proud to be an extremely small part of what is a huge accomplishment. Congrats Jay, can not wait to see it!
Creator Gerald Laing, Jr on July 15, 2011
As a high school soccer coach who always trys to teach/encourage my players to work hard and follow their dream this is going to be a great testimonial to show them. The story in this movie as well as it's funding are great example of the American spirit. Jay's story is one of the greatest sports stories I have ever heard. Great Job Guys!
Creator Lenon Maguire on July 15, 2011
This is so amazing! I can't believe $215,000. I can't wait to get the DVD. What plans are there for the movie in the future? Film festivals?
Great job guys!!
Creator Nigel Brooks on July 15, 2011
Congratulations, what a novel way to fund a project . The only downside - that FIFA and EPL wanted such exorbitant amounts for the rights to footage. This is an American story - and those organization should realize that a movie like this only serves to promote the sport in the USA. They should have given the rights for free
Creator Nick and Ranko on July 15, 2011
Thanks so much Ralph and everyone else! We all deserve praise for getting Jay's story out. More to come!!!
Creator Ralph on July 15, 2011
Amazing. It became personal to get this project funded. I posted the link or shared the link on dozens of media outlets facebook pages, soccer blogs over the last couple of days. It will be very satisfying to see it on the big screen. Congratulations to Nick, Ranko, Jay and everyone on here.
Creator Thomas Hanna on July 15, 2011
Congrats from a lifelong Hornets fan! Can't wait to see the film.
Creator Amanda Drenth on July 15, 2011
WOO-HOO!!!
Creator Shannon Walker on July 15, 2011
AMAZING! This is so thrilling! Congrats. Can't wait to see this film :)
Creator Kevin Artman on July 15, 2011
Well done guys! Congrats!
Creator Daniel on July 15, 2011
CONGRATS!!!!!!!
Creator Michael Kaiser on July 15, 2011
Congrats, Nick and Ranko! I created this quickly, just to capture the moment:
http://i.picasion.com/pic42/a00f728f289421fc895f9476673f614e.gif
Creator rob bowling on July 15, 2011
Unbelievable, you guys did it! Great job everyone. We cannot wait to see it. JD is an inspiration to all of us U.S. soccer players and fans and my three boys are excited that they were part of this.
Creator Marc A Garcia on July 15, 2011
Check mate boys. Kicked in the last 350.00
And damn happy to see the movie funded.
Marc & Connor
Creator Heather Jones on July 15, 2011
WoooooHooooo!!! It funded!!!
Creator American Outlaws Inland Empire on July 15, 2011
hey, so your baby's about to be funded. :) and then some. how's that feel? lol
Creator Matthew Eison on July 15, 2011
This is how you get it to the main stream:
Hollywood International Film Festival, October 20 to 24, 2011
http://www.hollywoodawards.com/festival.html
Entering it into this film festival will
1) have the support of the great soccer town of Los Angeles
2) show it to the players in Hollywood who might want to distribute it
Not as big a name as Sundance, maybe, but a lot more practical if you think about it. Worked for Craig Brewer (Poor & Hungry, Hustle & Flow, Blake Snake Moan, Upcoming Footloose movie and Tarzan movie project after that)
Creator Amanda Drenth on July 15, 2011
So close, Jay. I know it will be a success. Hello from Pete's sister! Hope you are well.
Creator Michael Macias on July 15, 2011
Just upped my pledge $25 more dollars. Inspired from last night's screening in San Antonio with the @Crocketteers.
Creator Daniel on July 15, 2011
If everyone pledges 2 more dollars we are there!!!!!!!!! Do it! I just raised mine. I know times are tough but some lessons in life are worth more than any sum of money. I can't think of anything we need more to inspire hope and faith than a story like this.
Creator Sherry Sakamoto on July 15, 2011
Even when the total is reached, keep spreading the word and raising the total. These guys deserve to recoupe some money for their hard-earned efforts. I'm a video producer. I know the kind of heart and soul and 150% effort that it takes to tell a great story. Ranko, how long will your page be open before it's closed up?
Creator soccerintn on July 15, 2011
I know what is going to happen - in about 7 or 8 years the US will have a true soccer 'STAR", that player will be asked one day how he got to this spot in his career. He will say "I watched a movie about a guy who never lost sight of his goals, it inspired me to reach for mine every day". This will be that movie!!!!!
Creator Jonathan Kaplan on July 15, 2011
You're going to do it! Congratulations!
Creator Ralph on July 15, 2011
My two kids had put together their allowance money a few days back to help back this project and I just doubled with my own contribution. This is going to happen. I have been posting links and updates all over facebook, soccer blogs and anything to do with sports or soccer.
Creator Gerald Laing, Jr on July 15, 2011
Less than $5,000 to go. It's remarkable how much money has been pledged in the last few days. This shows how passionate the soccer community is in this country. Nick and Ranko, you should be proud of what you've done. You made a comment on how to get this to the mainstream audience. HBO has done a good job with showing sports documentaries and ESPN has always has done a good job with their 30 for 30 series. Of course they usually produce it themselves and I wouldn't want them to take over things when you guys have worked so hard. Of course lets finish this.
Creator metcalfed on July 15, 2011
Raised my pledge to hopefully help put the project over today. Good luck!
Creator Evan Mundine on July 15, 2011
Today is the day! I feel it ! We are getting it done before tonight!! Thanks for letting me help. Having this to focus on has made my health troubles seem a little less scary. Next project for me is beating this stuff and rebuilding my strength so I can get back to chasing my dream!!