Tuesday, February 17, 2015

FUTSAL TACTICS AND FORMATIONS - FOR BEGINNER AND ADVANCED PLAYERS AND COACHES 1

Futsal tactics – Formation 2-2 beg

The 2-2 formation is one of the basic formations in futsal. Players are positioned in a square. There are 2 defenders and 2 attackers. This formation is appropriate for amateur or youth teams, because is balanced in attack and defense. When attacking players have to be as wide as they can (to extend the opposite team) but when defending they have to step closer to each other (to cover the space in the middle of the pitch). Players can play this formation without making rotations but they will be very predictable and defenders will in most cases easily cover them. For this purpose the 2-2 formation has evolved in the 2-2 formation with constantly rotations. This means that all players are constantly changing their positions and try to confuse the defenders.If you want to see some attacking tactics for this formation click this link: Futsal tactics (formation 2-2, basic rotation on the sides)

Futsal tactics – Formation 1-2-1 int

In the 1-2-1 formation we have 1 defender, 2 wingers and 1 target player. Players try to pass the ball to the target player who can shot on goal (if he has enough space) or pass the ball to one of his teammates that has come to assist him. It is crucial that the defender doesn’t lose the ball because his teammates can’t come back in time. If you want to see some attacking tactics for this formation click this link: Futsal tactics (formation 1-2-1) – futsal plays

Futsal tactics – Formation 3-1 int

FUTSAL - A quick guide to the rules of FIFA futsal

With the FIFA Futsal World Cup Thailand 2012 just around the corner, FIFA.com highlights the rules that distinguish it from the 11-a-side game.

20-minute periods
Futsal matches comprise two periods each lasting 20 minutes of actual playing time. The clock is stopped every time the ball goes out of play and is restarted when play resumes.

Time outs
Teams are entitled to a one-minute time-out in each period. A team that does not request a time-out in the ﬁrst half of the match is only entitled to one time-out during the second half. There are no time-outs in extra time.

Unlimited substitutions
A match is played by two teams, each consisting of not more than ﬁve players (a goalkeeper and four outfield players) and nine substitutes. There is no restriction on the number of substitutions that may be made during a match. Substitutions may be made at any time, whether the ball is in play or not, but only in the specially demarcated substitution zones.

Replacement of sent-off players
A substitute player may replace a sent-off player and enter the pitch two full minutes after the sending-off. They may, however, enter the pitch before the two minutes have elapsed should their team concede a goal while a player down.

The goalkeepers
Goalkeepers have only four seconds in which to play the ball, with either their hands or feet, and may not touch it again if it has been deliberately played to them by a team-mate without an opponent playing or touching it. Goalkeepers are also now free to play anywhere on the pitch and throw the ball beyond the halfway line, which was not previously permitted.

Accumulated fouls and the second penalty mark
Accumulated fouls are those penalised with a direct free-kick or penalty kick, regardless of whether advantage has been played or not. If a team commits a sixth accumulated foul, the opposing side may take the subsequent free-kick awarded to them without a wall, either from the second penalty mark, which is positioned four metres behind the first, or from a position even closer to the penalty area if the foul was committed between the goal line and the second penalty mark.

Two more things
Unlike 11-a-side football, goals may not be scored directly from the kick-off in futsal and there is no offside.

Monday, February 9, 2015

SASKATOON FUTSAL LEAGUE – “U-14 FUTSAL PILOT PROJECT”

SASKATOON FUTSAL LEAGUE – “U-14 FUTSAL PILOT PROJECT”

We are excited to begin our First Futsal Development Project for the city of Saskatoon. The Saskatoon Futsal League (S.F.L.) is focused on providing a high quality training and team-play environment. Our goal is to provide a fun and enjoyable experience that will initiate a passion for the Futsal game and above all, will allow the kids to perfect their technical abilities, and develop quick decision making in tight spaces.
Our weekly schedule will consist of:
1 hour – Futsal specific training.
1 hour – Futsal Game.
Our first session will be January 24th, 2015 at E.D. Feehan High School from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

SASKATOON RECREATIONAL FUTSAL TOURNAMENT – WINTER 2015

The S.F.L. will begin a Recreational Futsal Adult Tournament from February 14th to March 14, 2015. This event will be refereed by Certified Futsal Referees coming from the Saskatoon Futsal League Futsal Referee Clinic. The game will be played at E.D. Feehan High School from 6:oo p.m. WELCOME!

SASKATOON FUTSAL LEAGUE REFEREE CLINIC

The Saskatoon Futsal League in conduction with the Saskatchewan Soccer Association held the First Entry Level Futsal Referee Clinic on the dates of January 10th to 11th, 2015.
The course was a huge success with 13 referees participating and successfully completing the exam. Thanks again to the C.S.A. National Instructor Len Chelack and all participating entities that contributed to this success.

Photo: Luz Marina Alfaro

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Saturday, January 10, 2015

FUTSAL: basic exercises and drills for athlete assessment

Before you develop a training plan, it's essential to know your strengths and weaknesses. But if you're just starting out as a coach, or if you're working on your own plan, where do you start? Here are some basic exercises and drills for athlete assessment to get you going. Check out the video player above for an additional exercise, the Overhead Weighted Squat, and learn how to check for imbalances. 1. Supine Corpse: Pelvic Tilt, Core Weakness Have the athlete lie down on his/her back and breathe normally. Look at how the pelvic and lower back respond to breathing. If the athlete's back does not stay on the ground during normal breathing, it indicates weakness in the core and pelvic tilt. Develop a program that will adjust the tilted pelvis and strengthen the core.

2. Overhead Wall Squat: Imbalances, Trunk Stability and Core Strength

Have the athlete stand with his/her toes touching the wall, then raise his/her arms while squatting. Knees should not touch the wall. Have the athlete go as low as possible without touching the wall or falling down. This exercise identifies squat imbalances in the hip abductors and quads. Most athletes tend to over-pronate when they squat, opening their legs as they perform the eccentric motion. Having a hard time keeping the arms up while squatting low reveals issues with trunk stability and core strength.

3. Dot Drill: Hamstrings and Ankles

Place five dots in front of the athlete in a configuration similar to this. Have the athlete stand on one leg, bend down and touch the dots with his/her opposite hand.

This drill focuses on balance, ankle stability, core strength and hamstring flexibility. If an athlete has difficulty balancing on the single leg and bending down without losing his/her balance, it shows weakness and lack of flexibility in the ankles. An inability to reach down without bending the leg shows a lack of hamstring flexibility. The hamstrings should be a focal point of any program,, because they dictate the strength of many other large muscle groups—such as the quads, lower back and glutes.

4. Plank/Push-Ups: Upper Body, Abs, Lower Back

Have the athlete assume a plank position. Look for errors in form. The abs and buttocks should be tight, the hands placed right under the shoulders with fingers spread, and the back should be straight while lowering. Improper form may indicate weakness in the shoulders, abs and lower back. Then have the athlete do as many Push-Ups as possible in a minute, to assess upper-body strength. RELATED: Fix Bad Posture and Increase Athletic Performance

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Wednesday, January 7, 2015

FIFA has made a commitment to promote and structure the sport of futsal globally,

lawsofthegamefutsal2014_15_eneu_neutral.pdf

Mission and Objectives

Mission FIFA has made a commitment to promote and structure the sport of futsal globally, by means of competitions, courses and other proactive measures, and to encourage its members to do the same.

Goals

To launch, integrate and establish futsal in FIFA member associations;
To communicate the Laws of the Game of futsal and provide the required infrastructure and equipment;
To support and promote the setting up of new futsal competitions through the confederations and member associations;
To organise courses and seminars and to publish teaching material for futsal players, coaches, referees and officials;
To provide technical and organisational help with arranging futsal competitions;
To provide technical and organisational help to FIFA member associations;
To standardise the Laws.