After last week’s matchday fun, we got back to work with a challenging session built around constant changes in the game.

We progressed from 1v1 ➡️ 2v1 ➡️ 2v2 ➡️ 3v2 ➡️ 3v3 ➡️ 4v3 ➡️ 4v4, with each new player coming onto the court receiving the ball from halfway. This meant the opposition had to make a short recovery run every time, creating plenty of different situations for the players to solve.

Once we reached 4v4, the teams played on for another two balls, challenging them to adapt to the full court, recognise their positions and understand where they needed to be.

And it was tough!

The players had to deal with constantly changing numbers, dynamics, direction and pace of play, while also developing their overall understanding of futsal.

Early on, teams were playing too quickly and weren’t always recognising or taking advantage of the overloads when they appeared. But with some coaching, patience and encouragement, we started to see some really good futsal develop! 👏

More awareness. Better decisions. Better use of space. And players starting to recognise the game rather than just reacting to it.

A tough session, but lots of learning, plenty of positives and some great moments of futsal! 💪⚽️

1st Hour – Ivy A

After a slow start last week, Ivy was absolutely fantastic this week! She was confident running with the ball, made some excellent passes, and showed great composure when shooting. Her effort and attitude were brilliant throughout — a really top performance from Ivy! ⚽️👏

2nd Hour – Scarlett M

Some players just need a little time to settle in, and Scarlett has been one of those players. But today, she really showed what a fantastic player she can become! She grew in confidence throughout the session, worked hard, and showed some brilliant moments. It was fantastic to see her starting to believe in herself — a really encouraging performance from Scarlett today! ⚽️👏

3rd Hour – Rusnė V

A strange day for Rusnė! In the warm-up, it looked like she had two left feet, but once the game started, she was absolutely imperious! Her work rate was fantastic, she made some brilliant tackles, and her team play was excellent. A fantastic performance from Rusne and a real joy to watch! ⚽️👏

One question we often get from new players joining the club is: “Why do we have a membership fee?”

The simple answer is that running a sports club — particularly one that relies on an indoor facility — is expensive. In fact, “expensive” probably doesn’t quite do it justice. It is very expensive.

There are the obvious costs of hiring the facility, but there are also coaching, equipment, insurance, administration, competition and match costs, as well as all the other expenses that come with running a club properly. Our session fees alone don’t cover everything it takes to keep the club operating and provide the standard of training and facilities we want for our players. That’s where membership becomes important.

The membership fee provides the club with an additional, reliable source of revenue. This gives us greater financial stability and allows us to plan ahead rather than simply covering the costs of individual sessions as they arise. It helps us invest back into the club — into our facilities, equipment, coaching and the overall experience we provide to our players.

There is also another important benefit to having a membership structure.

When someone becomes a member of a club, they are making a commitment to being part of that club. They are not simply turning up for an occasional session; they are investing in themselves and becoming part of a team and a wider sporting community. We find that this sense of commitment can make a real difference. Players are more likely to stay involved, attend regularly, build relationships with their teammates and coaches, and develop over time. That consistency is important — both for the individual player and for the club as a whole.

For the club, having committed members also means we can build stronger teams, plan our sessions more effectively and create a more settled environment where players can develop together. Ultimately, the membership fee isn’t simply an additional charge for playing sport. It is part of what allows us to run a sustainable club, invest in its future and provide our players with a consistent experience throughout the season.

We want players to feel that they are getting something meaningful from being a member — not just access to a court or a training session, but the opportunity to develop, compete, make friends and be part of something they can continue to enjoy year after year.

Coach Chris

A few images from today: