Day One of the Vikings Futsal NZ Senior Titles have got underway at QEII Park Stadium.The Mens division looks very tight with Auckland, South Canterbury and Canterbury leading the way, although Central Otago look to have found their legs with an outstanding 10-0 victory over Otago.

In the womens any of the sides look to be contenders. A flurry of late goals got Canterbury home over Southern Stars and Canterbury Dev pulling of an upset win over Otago.

Men

Canterbury 7 d 5 Otago
South Canterbury 7 d 5 Central Otago
Auckland 10 d 1 Southern Stars
South Canterbury 14 d 0 Southern Stars
Auckland 4 drew 4 Canterbury
Central Otago 10 d 0 Otago

Women

Canterbury 6 d 1 Southern Stars
Canterbury Development 4 d 3 Otago
Canterbury 2 d 0 Canterbury Development

Source : Vikings Futsal NZ
Published : 25/10/2008

Vikings Futsal NZ is proud to announce Veranopolis Head Coach Flavio Barcellos will visit February 10th to 16th 2009.

While in New Zealand Flavio will work with local talent, visit schools and conduct a Futsal Coaching Course on Feb 14/15th in Christchurch.

Flavio’s visit is a continuation of the relationship being built between Vikings Futsal NZ and Futsal in Brazil. EBF (Brazilian Footballs coaching and education arm) Director Mauricio Marques visited during Feb 2007 and conducted an EBF Futsal Coaching course and in 2009 three of New Zealands brightest Futsal talents will train with Brazilian Futsal Super Power Malwee alongside Futsal superstar Falcao.

Flavio has a wealth of experience including a stint with Brazilian Football giants Gremio as a Fitness Coach. He has also coached Futsal at Sao Pedro College, Teresopolis and Escola Technica Santo Inacio.

If you are interested in attending the Coaching course in Christchurch please contact Vikings Futsal NZ on nzfutsal@vikingsfutsal.com

Source : Vikings Futsal NZ
Published : 24/10/2008

2008 AUSTRALASIAN CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS

The 2008 Senior Aust Champ of Champs will be held at Runaway Bay Sports Centre – Sports Dr Runaway Bay, Gold Coast.

This tournament is the pinnacle of the schools calendar for these players. These schools are competing to be the the Best Futsal school in Australasia.

Please Click here for Draw (XLS)

2008 CHANTELLE CRAMB CUP

Where: Harristown S.H.S (Toowoomba) South St. 15 & 19 Boys
Clive Berghofer Indoor Stadium – USQ UNI (Toowoomba) 15 Girls and 19 Girls.

When: Saturday 1st November 2008

Please click here for draw (XLS)

Source : Queensland Futsal (Vikings)
Published : 23/10/2008

The game started well with Aidan, Nathan, Kyle, Cameron and Chris opening the game. The boys were making a strong start – defending well and pushing hard to find gaps in Barcelona’s defense.

However, a goal in the fifth minute by the other team temporarily shook their confidence, until the boys pushed back with Kyle, Cameron, Nathan and Jordan all having shots on goal.

Chris was kept busy in goals making some tremendous saves.

We were one nil down at half time but little did we know how exciting the second half of the game was to be.

The boys were working hard to get on level terms when Aidan got taken out by one of the biggest twelve year olds I have ever seen. Then our opponents tucked away two early goals but the boys did not loose hope or composure culminating in our first goal by Nathan.

Barcelona responded quickly with their fourth goal- so we were 4 – 1 down and things seemed a bit grim, but never fear the boys still had something in the tank with a great team effort leading to a goal by James, then another by Cameron.

So the score was looking better 4-3 down.

The team lifted and so did the supporters; we were certainly still in this game. The boys pushed forward, Addison and AJ working hard to be first to the ball. Then Barcelona scored goal number 5. It was so close and so exciting.

Nathan scored goal number 4 for Sutherland and what a perfect goal it was! Excitement was mounting as Nathan scored a hat trick with his third goal for the game with a penalty shot leaving us with a credible 5 all draw.

Well done boys! You played well. It’s not easy to be down by 4-1 and come out with a draw. I think I can attest for all the parents that it was a very exciting and intense game. Thanks also to Lee and Rod for the continued support of the boys.

Source : Sutherland Shire Futsal
By : Cathy Watts
Published : 22/10/2008

Capital City Futsal are proud to present Mike Corringham senior Futsal coach from Community Soccer Association inc Sydney to conduct the 1st Futsal course in Wellington based on FFA and the Australian High Performance Futsal coaching Accreditation.Mike runs his own Futsal Acadamy and has had many years coaching at top club level in Sydney. His CV includes involved with the last two world cup New Zealand teams, as a selector and senior coach advisor, to NZFutsal.

Capital City has sponsored level 0 and level 1, Mike will also cover level 2 if time allows.

Level 0 includes a 3 hour interactive course appropriate for budding coaches introducing them to the basic principles and techniques of coaching, officiating, and playing Futsal.

The course contains practical and theoretical components with an emphasis on practical involvement by participants. On completion of the Futsal Level O course participants will receive a Level O Futsal Accreditation Certificate and information on upcoming Level 1 courses.

The course carries a small participant levy of $60.00.

The course is run on a fun, enjoyable basis and is also suitable for the school class environment.

Level O Futsal Coaches will be able to

1. Have a working knowledge of Futsal, its rules and play.
2. Be able to Introduce beginning players to the basics of Futsal.
3. Plan a Futsal training session for beginners.
4. Apply the rules of the sport to training sessions.
5. An awareness of their responsibility as a coach.

Course Duration

3 Hours in total
Age Requirements – Participants must be at least 14 years of age on the date of the course.

LEVEL 1 COACHING COURSE
The Capital City Futsal – Futsal level 1 coaching course is designed to further enhance the knowledge and skills of current Futsal coaches.

It is a formal coaching accreditation course as recognised by the Australian Sports Commission and the Football Federation of Australia.

The Futsal level 1 Coaching Course is comprised of two main areas of learning, the General Principles of Coaching and the Sports Specific of Coaching Futsal. Level 1 General principles of coaching is common for all sports and is not required to be repeated by any person who holds a level 1 NCAS certificate in any other sport. The general principles component of the course, for those who need to undertake it, is approx. 1 hour in length and is incorporated into the 6 hour course.

The cost of the Level 1 Futsal Coaching course (including FFA accreditation) is $145.00 GST Inc.

Prerequisites (one or more of the following)
· Level 0 Futsal Coaching Certificate
· Previous Futsal/Soccer Coaching experience
Age Requirements – Candidates must be 16 years of age to undertake this course.

Level 1 Coaches will be able to

1. Write a season plan for their team outlining appropriate skill learning, strategy and fitness development as they relate to the growth and development stage of their players.
2. Teach the correct and basic skills and tactics of Futsal and ensure optimal learning for each player.
3. Apply the rules of the sport to training sessions.

LEVEL 2 COACHING COURSE
A formal coaching accreditation course as recognised by the Australian Sports Commission as part of their National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS).

The Futsal level 2 Coaching Course is comprised of the same two main areas of learning as the level 1, the General Principles of Coaching (level 2) and the Sports Specific of Coaching Futsal (level 2). Level 2 General principles of coaching is common for all sports and is not required to be repeated by any person who holds a level 2 NCAS certificate in any other sport. The general principles component of the course, for those who need to undertake it, is comprised of considerably more hours than the level 1 and is generally conducted by the Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) or the ACT Coaching Centre. The sports specific component, which the FFA appointed National Futsal Coach conducts, is generally by invite only and only coaches with at least 1 season of representative coaching are considered as eligible. The Sports Specific component is also more demanding than the Level 1 in terms of time and costs (30hrs approx).

Please note that there is a considerable cost involved with the delivery of both Level 2 components. Whilst costs vary depending on venue requirements, course presenter fees and ASC accreditation fees, all attempts are made to minimize or subsidize costs. The Level 2 Futsal component is usually around $375.00 (GST INC).

Level 2 Coaches will be able to
1. Identify the needs of Futsal athletes / teams.
2. Prepare a yearly plan appropriate to the needs of the athlete / team.
3. Plan and prepare training sessions that complement the yearly plan.
4. Individualize training programs to meet the specific needs of Futsal athletes.
5. Apply sports science knowledge to the appropriate level.
6. Organize and conduct activities and training sessions to challenge and develop Futsal athletes and teams.
7. Use appropriate communication to meet the needs of individual Futsal athlete/teams and the situation.
8. Assess and monitor the development and well being of the Futsal athlete.
9. Analyze athlete performance and provide appropriate technical corrections.
10. Respond to unforeseen circumstances in training and competition, and adopt activities appropriately.
11. Conduct and analyze tests to assess ongoing physiological, technical and tactical development of the Futsal athlete, using specialist expertise and equipment where required.
12. Identify an action plan to change ineffective behaviors.
13. Analyze and implement appropriate modifications to the yearly plan.
14. Adapt training plans based in results of tests.
15. Change ineffective coaching behaviours.

Contact us to register (click the link to go to their contact page)

Source : Capital City Futsal
Published : 22/10/2008

ADELAIDE STINGRAYS FOOTBALL CLUB – TRIALS 2009

FFSA METROPOLITAN JUNIOR LEAGUETRIALS WED 5TH, FRI 7TH, WED 12TH NOVEMBER
6.30PM TILL 8.00PM
BOYS UNDER 9’s
BOYS UNDER 10’s
BOYS UNDER 12’s
BOYS UNDER 13’s

TRIALS FRI 14TH, WED 19TH, FRI 21TH NOVEMBER
6.30PM TILL 8.00PM
BOYS UNDER 14’s
BOYS UNDER 15’s
BOYS UNDER 16’s
BOYS UNDER 17’s

FFSA SAWSA WOMEN’S LEAGUE
TRIALS WED 5TH, FRI 7TH, WED 12TH NOVEMBER
6.30PM TILL 8.00PM
GIRLS UNDER 11’s -
GIRLS UNDER 13’s
GIRLS UNDER 15’s
GIRLS UNDER 17’s

TRIALS WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY NIGHTS IN JANUARY 2009
4 WEEK TRIALS START WED 7TH NOVEMBER
MEN’S SENIORS A’s & B’s

HOME GROUND:
MATHESON RESERVE
BUCCLEUCH AVE
FINDON

Stingroos Development Squad for 5 & 6 year olds
Beginning in early March, every Friday Nights or Saturday morning, a skilled training session will be held at Matheson Reserve. Final details to be released in the New Year. You can register your interest with the Club by phoning Spiros or emailing your details.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact Spiros on 0414 662 771 or spiros@adelaidestingrays.com.au

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND TRAININGS EVERY Friday 6.30pm till 8.00pm

* Join us for a rewarding Summer Experience

CLUB CONTACT: SPIROS SIMEONAKIS 0414 662 771
REGISTER YOUR CHILD call 1300 FUTSAL or via email admin@adelaidestingrays.com.au

Adelaide Stingrays Football Club is now accepting applications for qualified, experienced coaches for the 2009 season.

We are seeking coaches for all Junior Boys U10 – U17, Junior Girls U11 – U17 age groups inclusive covering:

• Team Coaches / Junior Coordinator / Youth Coordinator
• Assistant Team Coaches
• Specialised Goal Keeping Coaches

Successful applicants will be assigned teams and positions dependent upon coaching license and experience. Coaching applications close Friday November 28th 2008. Appointments will be made before 2009 Season trials begin in November. All applicants will be treated as strictly confidential. Note that Police checks will be required for all successful applicants

Please email your applications to spiros@adelaidestingrays.com.au

Source : Adelaide Stingrays
Published : 22/10/2008

Karmara O’Sullivan is making big waves in soccer, but not the kind you might see in the A-League or in Europe.

The former Mount Isa girl has been selected to represent Australia for a national Futsal tour to Brazil next year.

Futsal, or indoor soccer, is a big hit in South America, and is now a major sport on the international circuit.

O’Sullivan was picked in the Australian Vikings Futsal Youth Squad, and will tour Brazil in April and May next year.

The 15-year-old was born in Mount Isa, but moved to Borroloola in the Northern Territory with her parents when she was three, before moving back to the Isa five years later.

Before she moved to Townsville, O’Sullivan was a keen soccer player with Concordia in Mount Isa, and represented the town in an under 11 tournament in Townsville, and her school side in an under 12 competition at Stanthorpe.

Possessing obvious talent, the junior star was encouraged to move to the coast, where she could compete against a broader range of opposition, and learn how good she really was.

So at the start of 2006 she moved with the family to Townsville, where she enrolled in the William Ross High School and joined the school team, the Rhinos which competes in a Townsville school competition.

Two years later, O’Sullivan has a swag of titles next to her name.

She has represented her school in both indoor and outdoor soccer, played for North Queensland in futsal in Melbourne and Rockhampton and played for Townsville’s Centre of Excellence under 15 team.

But her highest honour is being selected to represent Australia next year.

O’Sullivan said she cannot wait.

“I’m really looking forward to it. It’s a really good opportunity,” she said.

Whilst she is having a tough time combining training and playing with her Year 10 school studies, O’Sullivan is remaining just as focussed on her work in the classroom as her soccer skills.

“It’s pretty hard to juggle school with everything else, but I’m managing,” she said.

While her trip to South America is constantly in the back of her mind, O’Sullivan still has plenty to do in the meantime.

Between playing both indoor and outdoor soccer, training and school, there isn’t much spare time for the teenager.

But with a focussed mind and an eager attitude, the former Mount Isa girl is sure to do well.

Source : The North West Star
By : Matt Nicholls
Published : 22/10/2008

Name	Lachlan Wright
Nickname	Rocky or Locky
Date of Birth	6.3.1981
State/Country you play Futsal in	NSW Australia
What got you started in Futsal?	Mum and Dad
What age did you start playing?	6
Preferred on field position	Flanker / Pivot
Current Team/Club you play for	Inner West Allstars Men’s Team
Hardest Futsal opponent	Vahid Shamsaee (Iran), Falcao & Willian (Brazil) & Peter Spathis
Favourite Meal	Pippies in XO Sauce from Golden Century
Favourite Hobby	Coaching
Favourite Team	Argentina & Chelsea
Favourite Sportsperson	Diego Maradona
Favourite Music	House, Blues & Roots
Most Memorable Futsal moment on or off the court	1) Captaining Australia to a 3-3 Draw against Argentina and scoring the opening goal. 2) Starting all games for Australia at the World Cup in Taipei ‘04
Which coach would you say influenced you the most in Futsal and at what age?	Mauricio Marques at 22
What was the best tip you’ve ever been taught in Futsal?	Go out and do what comes naturally (Scott Gilligan) & Take them with your right, they will never pick it (Greg Giovenali vs Argentina 30sec before scoring with my right)
What goals do you still want to achieve in Futsal?	Win the NSW Premier League & hitting 50 caps with Australia
List 3 people you would love to have over for dinner	Fernando Redondo, Diego Maradona and Michael Jordan

A couple of new news items are available on the Vikings SA Website.

New Centers Starting Up

We have the following centers starting up.

Gawler High School Gym on Thursday 23rd October from 5.00pm.
Hamilton College Gym on Monday 27th of October from 5.00pm
Woodville High Gym on Saturday 1st of November from 9.00am

Team and Individual players welcome.

From these centers we will be selecting player to attend the National Club Championships in Sydney during the January School holidays.

For more information please call Tom on 0413 000 866 or 8258 8590.

SA Players make ALL STAR teams

Katelyn Tucker for the U16 Girls.
Kieren Sullivan for the U11 Boys.
Congratulations to both players for making the ALL STAR selection. To make the selection they were in the top 5 players in their age group from Australia and New Zealand.

Source : Vikings South Australia
Published : 21/10/2008

Football NSW have a nice new feature on their Premier League and Super League pages where they have Team of the Week and Golden Boot information.

Once you are on those pages on their website, scroll down below the news items to see their (presumably) weekly updates.

Premier League

Mens Team of the Week : GK – Shane Linton (Hawkesbury), Mark Lancaster (Raiders), Yavuz Ekinci (Vipers), Daniel McCann (Crusaders), Adrian Vizzari (Allstars)
Mens Golden Boot : Yavuz Ekinci 9 goals 3 games, Adrian Vizzari 6 goals 4 games, Shane Ardel 6 goals 4 games

Womens Team of the Week : GK – Melissa Khoury (Crusaders), Samantha Muscat (Commodores), Laura Elliott (Crusaders), Lauren Vosota (Eagles), Lisa Thompson (Quake)
Womens Golden Boot : Hayley Buckingham 7 goals 3 games, Laura Elliott 6 goals 4 games, Kayleigh Koops 5 goals 4 games

Super League

Mens Team of the Week : GK – Jay Digger (Taipans), Toby Seeto (Dural), Renato Jelen (Sydney Uni), G. De Douza (Pirates), Osmar De Barros (Benfica)
Mens Golden Boot : Renato Jelen 13 goals 4 games, Admir Smajovic 10 goals 4 games, Gandy King 9 goals 4 games

Womens Team of the Week : GK – Di Murance (Breakers), Beatrice Simsing (Benfica), Courtney Danyi (Taipans), Angela Vourlis (Vikings), Danielle Pritchard (Sydney Uni)
Womens Golden Boot : Laura Peters 8 goals 4 games, Sandra Stavrou 7 goals 4 games, Kristie Liddle 6 goals 4 games

Source : Football NSW
Published : 21/10/2008