Winter Futsal

Click here to register for 2024 Winter Futsal - Winter Futsal Registration

Details about our 2024 Futsal Season -

  • Enrollment - We have over 650 players enrolled in this season's Futsal League!  This is our largest Futsal league ever and we are so happy to be able to provide the opportunity for this many players to stay active and have fun this winter!
  • Rosters - All players have been placed on a team.  You can view your team in the GotSport app.  Your coaches will be reaching out soon to introduce themselves. HOW TO USE GOTSPORT APP
  • Schedule - The schedule for the first half of our season can be viewed in the GotSport App or here at this link - 2024 FUTSAL SCHEDULE Kindergarten sessions will not display on the schedule however your time and day were selected at registration and will remain consistent throughout the season.  All Kindergarten sessions will take place at Kaiserman JCC.
  • Equipment - Players should arrive at every game wearing shin guards and indoor sneakers (not cleats!).  You do not need futsal shoes - regular sneakers are fine!  They should bring a water bottle and be sure to remove all jewelry, watches, etc before arrival at the gym.  Shirts and socks will be provided by your coach at the first game. Your coach may ask you to arrive a few minutes early to your first game for uniform distribution.
  • Rules - Click here to read the rules for our Futsal League
  • Gym locations - we use 3 different gyms within Haverford Township for all of our games.  The locations for each can be found here - Haverford Soccer Club Gym Locations
    • Kindergarten sessions will take place at Kaiserman JCC
    • The other sessions will take place at either - Haverford CREC, Haverford School, or Kaiserman JCC.  Please view your schedule to see which location your games will be held.
  • Weather cancellations - If we need to cancel games due to inclement weather, we will send out a message through the GotSport App, email, and post on our social media pages.
  • GotSport App - Instructions for how to download and use the GotSport App can be found here - GotSport App Instructions

 Dates to keep in mind -

  • Our season begins on January 6/7 with games each weekend until March 10/11 except for NO GAMES on February 17/18.
  • We have reserved the weekend of March 17/18 as a makeup weekend if needed due to weather cancellations
  • If you have not heard from your coach by January 2nd,  first check your spam, and then email us at HSCIntramural@HaverfordSoccer.org and we will connect you with your coach. Remember you can find your team name and schedule in the GotSport app, even if you have not yet heard from your coach.
  • Playoffs for the following divisions will be held during the last 2 weeks of the season: Boys 4th, Boys 5/6, Boys 7/8, Girls 5/6, Girls MS and HS Co-Ed.

 

What is Futsal?

Futsal was developed in 1930 in Uraguay as an indoor alternative to soccer to be played recreationally at YMCA’s. Futsal’s creator, teacher Juan Carlos Ceriani, borrowed rules from soccer, but also from basketball (number of players on the field and game duration), water polo and handball. Futsal grew in popularity within the YMCA network throughout South America, with International Rules adopted in the 1950’s and FIFA sanctioning in 1989. Futsal became a popular way for soccer players to practice their skills throughout the year, regardless of the weather.

The term Futsal is a contraction of “fútbol de salón”, literally translated as “Hall” or “Lounge” soccer. Some of the most famous soccer players in the world spent their childhood off seasons playing Futsal!

 

How Do You Play Futsal?

 

Futsal is a modified form of soccer played with 5 players on an indoor court (typically a basketball court). The court is defined by lines, rather than walls like are used in arena soccer. The use of boundaries requires players to fine tune their ball handling skills to maneuver in a small court and to understand positions.

A smaller, heavier ball with less bounce is used for play. This smaller ball allows players to focus on speed and control. This is especially helpful for younger players to learn ball handling skills without worrying about the ball bouncing away. When a pass is received, the ball will stay closer to the player’s foot, building confidence and allowing for more concise passing and ball movement.

Smaller team sizes require players to stay active and aware at all times and have more interaction with the ball. Players will have to quickly transition between offense and defense and will learn positioning through fast game play.

It’s a quick and exciting game that will teach players to make fast decisions and creative moves that will enhance their skills on the soccer field too! 

 

Whether your child is new to soccer or a seasoned veteran, Futsal is a fun way to increase their soccer skills and stay active over the winter!  We hope you consider joining the HSC Winter Futsal Program!

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