Colin Nell

Colin was spotted in 2000 by Nike Executives whilst displaying his array of tricks in a major Nike promotion at Wembley Stadium which attracted over 30,000 contestants.  

From then on, Colin’s career as a professional football freestyler went from strength to strength. Colin has amazed and enthralled crowds of all ages with his amazing football skills and stories.  

His outgoing and warm personality has allowed him to become a regular feature in Nike and Sky Sports television adverts.  

Most recently Colin was seen in Nike’s Joga Bonito adverts performing his tricks with the Brazilian footballers Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Roberto Carlos and Robinio.      

So what is football freestyle? Football Freestyle is about performing amazing football tricks and moves with style, fluency and attitude.  

When accompanied by music the tricks and moves take on another dimension making the act ideal entertainment for events, parties, media assignments and PR opportunities.  

PRIVATE EVENTS Colin often performs his show at a variety of special celebrations and has vast experience of performing at Bar mitzvahs & Children’s Birthdays Parties.

During a typical event Colin’s performance is based around a 45 minute set which is set out below:       

Opening performance to music       
Introductory speech about football freestyle 
Second performance – Big Tricks Set & other props to music
Crowd participation – Short but entertaining game 
Final skills demonstration to music  

The act can be tailored to fit around your special occasion.  

After the performance and a short break to catch his breath, Colin will spend his time with the children, telling them football stories, signing autographs and pictures as well as demonstrating & teaching a few football tricks.  

CORPORATE EVENT PACKAGES Colin has proved a popular attraction at a wide range of corporate events and promotions.  Appearances can be tailored towards the client’s requirements and expectations. 

Trade Show Colin’s tricks, skills and personality have proved a huge hit in attracting crowds to trade stands, providing the company with an opportunity to promote their products and services to a captivated audience. 

Motivational Performance / Ice Breaker
Colin’s skills have also been used to motivate and reenergise staff or delegates during conferences and seminars. Colin will combine his football skills, stories with the opportunity for delegates to practice some skills. An excellent team building exercise or ice breaker.  

Mix & Mingle At larger corporate events
Colin can use his skills and tricks to entertain guests entering or wandering a venue. This type of appearance is very popular at Charity Events, Launch Parties and Celebrations.  
MEDIA ASSIGNMENTS
Colin is also regular feature on television alongside some major promotions within the media and sports world.  
Past jobs have included:             
Television Commercials 
Feature Films             
Photo and magazine shoots
Live Television Appearance  

TELEVISION
Nivea Ident: Demonstrating ball skills with various stationery products in an office environment. Aired for 8-weeks on the “Tim Lovejoy All Star Show” SKY ONE.  

Uned 5: Live Peformance skills performance on S4C award winning show UNED 5.  

Observer Monthly Television Advert: Performed overhead quick in Observer Monthly advert titled “From Start to Finish” Aired Autumn 2005 (Video Available)  

FEATURE FILMS

• Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire
• Goal! Body double for lead actor Kuno Becker

To Book Colin Nell Contact Champions on: 08453 313 031