When 2 Becomes 3 – Week 05 – Season 8
The cold weather is back with us, and the sports hall was a little fresh at 9am this morning, even Coach Chris was out of his shorts and into a tracksuit! We welcomed 2 new girls to try futsal for the first time, welcome Emily, and Beatrix, we hope you had fun and hope to see you again very soon!
We continued the journey on the idea of approach by adding a 3rd player this week. They worked on various combinations across the full width of the court. Adding the 3rd option gave the players even more ideas, combinations and problems to think about and even though this is a very hard topic, we got some brilliant results. There is so much to think about with the movement of your own players, the reaction of the defenders and the aim of what you are trying to achieve, so we are so proud of how hard they all worked.
Session Plan
Players of the Week:
First Hour – Lily N – another fab performance from one of brightest youngsters in the club. For one so young her connection on the ball is frightening, and the ball screams into the net! The future is bright for this one, well done Lily!
Second Hour – Emily C – Goes about her work in a quiet, confident manner, but is starting to show all the right attitudes to be a top-quality futsal player. Long way to go, but we really like what we see, keep up the good work Emily!
Third Hour – Connie W – A player who has taken her time to settle at futsal but today started to show she has good feet and works her socks off all over the court. Lots more to come but starting to show the player she can be, awesome work Connie!
Fourth Hour – Lacey B – A natural lefty and a top-quality player, who on her day is a as good as anyone in the club. Today she showed why she is someone the ladies’ team are following very closely, fab performance Lacey!
Final Thoughts of a Coach…
Next week we will see a group of our academy players represent the ladies’ team in a friendly against the University of York Women’s Futsal Team. Playing against more experienced futsal players is often one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences for less seasoned competitors. These older players have developed a deep understanding of the game, including tactical awareness, positioning, and composure in fast-paced situations that are unique to futsal. For newer players, facing them can feel overwhelming, but it provides an invaluable learning opportunity. Every mistake is magnified, forcing younger players to improve their ball control, decision-making, and ability to read the game.
Mentally, these matchups test resilience. Competing against more experienced futsal players, who are more likely to anticipate moves and exploit gaps, can be frustrating, but it builds mental toughness. Over time, younger players learn how to handle the pressure of quick turnovers and small-space play, helping them develop focus and the ability to bounce back from errors. This mental fortitude is key to long-term improvement and success in futsal.
Playing against more experienced futsal players pushes younger players to refine their skills, work on their speed, and adapt their strategies to cope with the fast tempo of the game. These type of challenges also foster mutual respect, as older players appreciate the energy and determination of younger players, while newcomers gain insights into the finesse and experience needed to excel. Check back next week to see how they got on!
Coach Chris