SIU futsal program 2024
We are excited to offer another winter futsal program to our travel and recreational players!
What is futsal?
Futsal is a variant of soccer played (mainly) indoors on a hard court slightly larger than a basketball court, with two teams of five players each, including a goalkeeper. It uses a smaller, heavier, low-bounce ball.
Why play futsal in the winter?
Futsal makes soccer players play the game at a fast-paced speed and forces players to be quick thinkers. To succeed, soccer players must control the ball in a small area while being able to creatively solve tactical problems of the game.
SIU TRAVEL TEAM FUTSAL
for 11U AND OLDER TRAVEL PROGRAM PLAYERS
SIU Coaches will handle the registration for teams opting to participate. Players and families will receive individual invoices through GotSport. Fees will be determined based on league registration costs and the total number of players enrolled in the league.
- GAMES: All games in this league are played at the Mike Eimers Training Center (3001 Stober Rd / Louisville, KY 40213). All games start the weekend of Dec. 7 & 8. This is a 6 week session.
- TOURNAMENT:
- Date and times TBD
- PRACTICES: All teams will train 1x/week for 1-hour, at a local school gym.
- WAIVER: Each player must complete and sign the WAIVER* in order to play the first game in the Mike Eimer's Futsal League.
- FEES: Players/Families will be invoiced individually via GotSport. The fees will be based on league registration costs and the number of players who sign up for the league.
- RULES: CLICK HERE for the KASL Futsal League Rules
*This waiver must be turned in AT THE FACILITY prior to playing the first game.
WHAT TO BRING TO PRACTICE / GAMES
- Indoor soccer shoes with a flat, rubber outsole. No cleats.
- Shin guards
- Water bottle
- You do not need to bring a futsal ball, SIU will provide these.
Brett Bass, Director of Coaching | DOC@siusoccer.com | (812) 200-0601
Schedule:
Green Valley Elementary School
2230 Green Valley Road, New Albany, IN 47150
| Fridays 5:30-6:30 pm | 2014G Red |
| Fridays 6:30-7:30 pm | 2013B Blue & Gray |
| Fridays 7:30-8:45 pm | 2012B Red & Blue |
Slate Run Elementary School
1452 Slate Run Road, New Albany, IN 47150
| Fridays 5:30-6:40 pm | 2014B Blue |
| Fridays 6:40-7:50 pm | 2014B Red + 2013G Red |
| Fridays 7:50-9:00 pm | 2013B Red |
Individual Option for Futsal
ALL Recreational and Travel Program Players 6U - 14U
Recreational players and travel players choosing not to participate in the SIU Travel Team Futsal are invited to participate with the SO IN Futsal Academy, led by Scott Menne, in Floyds Knobs, IN. This is optional.
Open to boys and girls age groups 6U - 14U (includes 15U 8th graders)
2 sessions to choose from:
- Session 1 from Nov 25-Dec 21
- Session 2 from Jan 6-Feb 22
- Or play both!
Please note that SIU does NOT manage registrations for SO IN Futsal Academy. Parents and guardians are responsible for the entire registration process. Be sure to register your spot and invite your friends or team members to join the fun!
- PRACTICES: All teams will train 1x/week for 1 hour and 15 minutes, at a local school gym (Galena and Hill City).
- GAMES: All games are played on Saturdays.
SO IN Futsal Academy is celebrating its 10th year as Southern Indiana's first futsal academy. We teach the fun, high-energy game of futsal (Portuguese for "indoor soccer") which also helps player development in outdoor soccer. We focus on developing and sharpening skills through proper technique and lots of repetition.
Any questions about SO IN Futsal Academy can be sent to scott@soinfutsal.com