SCHEDULES FOR THE 2017 WINTER LEAGUE ARE NOW POSTED BELOW! 

2017 Winter Futsal League for Academy, Travel, JV & Varsity Divisions 

2017 Winter Futsal League Recreational Divisions 

General League Information

1. About the ASA Winter Futsal League
2. Why Play Futsal?
3. Uniforms
4. Structure of League

About the ASA Winter Futsal League

ASA soccer is moving indoors in January and February for the fourth winter futsal league in Alexandria. The primary focus of the winter futsal league is to provide an opportunity to participate in a fun, active and high-paced form of play, during the cold winter months. The games will be played in a 5 v. 5 format including goalkeepers. The format allows each player to maximize touches on the ball, enhance passing and receiving abilities in tight spaces, and a chance to create high volumes of scoring opportunities. While skill development is key supplementary benefit, players will also be able to enjoy the competetion against other teams over the course of eight (8) games. Players are organized on to teams by age and gender.  While the program is open to players of all skill levels, there will be two distinct division levels – “recreational” and “travel” that mirror our core soccer programs -- to optimize each player's game day experience. 

The league is open to all ASA players and non-ASA players.  Non-ASA teams CAN register for this league.  Please contact ASA Futsal League Coordinator, Chris Arnold at carnold@alexandria-soccer.org if you have a non-ASA team or group of players interested in participating in the league to receive details on how to register. 

Why play Futsal?

Futsal is a fast-paced 5-a-side soccer game that is widely played across the world and is officially recognized by both USSF and FIFA. While it can be a sport in its own right, Futsal does not compete with mainstream soccer, but serves to support it. Futsal is widely considered a valuable tool in the development of young players to assist them in becoming more technically proficient in situations of high pressure. 

Click the following link for more details on the benefits of futsal - BENEFITS OF FUTSAL

Uniforms

• Futsal specific performance jerseys are $10 each or $20 for the pair (Black + Neon Yellow) 
• Jerseys are required for all ASA players and available to purchase through the ASA Office located at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
• Uniforms can be picked up Monday - Friday form 9am - 3pm. 
• If you already own both a black and neon yellow futsal jersey from last season you are not required to purchase another set of  jerseys.  
• Outside ASA teams or High School Division teams may wear their own uniforms
• If you have any questions regarding uniforms, please contact the ASA Office at 703-684-5425

Structure of League

Roster Size: A team consists of a minimum of 8 players and maximum of 10 players.  

Referees: Certified referees for games U7 and up

General Age Group Structure

• U5 - U6:  Modified play includes: 3v3 or 4v4 with no GKs. No scores or standings kept/posted
• U7 - U8 Recreation: 5v5 includes GKs. Modified play may apply depending on age group and level of play.  No standings posted.
• U9 and up Recreation: 5v5 includes GKs. Futsal specific rules.  Standings and scores posted  
• U7 Academy - HS Division:  5v5 includes GKs. Futsal specific rules.  Standings and scores posted.

Coaching

• ASA Recreational Teams: Parent Volunteer coach required.  ASA Staff Member will be on site to facilitate games
• ASA Travel Teams: ASA Professional Coach assigned to coach games.  High School teams provide their own coach for games.