What is Futsal?
Futsal is the only FIFA and NZ Football approved version of five-aside football and the world’s fastest growing indoor sport.
The name futsal is derived from the Spanish words futbol (football) and sala (hall).
Futsal is a small-sided – 5v5 – game played with a smaller (size 3 or 4) low bounce ball, on a basketball sized court without rebound walls or nets.
It is a game which combines fun, creativity, speed, technique, teamwork and quick thinking.
NZF Futsal has been designed to complement New Zealand Football’s existing programmes and promote and improve participation in football in New Zealand.
Papamoa FC is excited to be entering teams into the WaiBOP Futsal Leagues for Term 4, 2026.
The leagues will be run across Waikato and the Western Bay of Plenty, providing players with the opportunity to continue playing competitive futsal during Term 4.
Term 4, 2026 Futsal Leagues
Please see below for important information regarding the Term 4, 2026 futsal leagues being run by WaiBOP.
Please note:
- Returning teams may be given priority when team entries are considered.
- WaiBOP reserves the right to decline any team entry.
- Please review all competition information, including dates and league details, before registering your team.
- Players will need to be playing in these leagues during Term 1 or Term 4, 2026 to be eligible for the 2026 Youth Futsal Champs.
Team Registrations
Teams wishing to participate are encouraged to review the competition information carefully before registering.
Competition dates and further details can be found below.
JUNIORS
U9 Mixed (2017 & 2018)
U11 Mixed (2015 & 2016)
U13 Girls/U13 Mixed (2013 & 2014)
- Dates: Sunday October 18 to Sunday December 6, 2026 (6 week league - NO futsal on Labour Weekend).
- Venue: Mercury Arena.
Team Costs can be found directly on the WaiBOp webiste - https://www.waibopfootball.co.nz/FUTSAL/league-entry/register---term-4-2026
Papamoa FC will provide:
To support our teams participating in the WaiBOP Futsal League, Papamoa FC will provide:
- Ball Bag
- Futsal Balls
- Training Bibs
- First Aid Kit
- Support with Futsal Scheduling
Our aim is to make participation as straight forward as possible for our players, coaches and team managers while providing the resources and support needed for a successful Term 4 futsal season.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Closing date for League entries is Friday September 25, 2026 or when leagues are full. Players must be registered individually in teams one week out from the start of competition.
WaiBOP are now accepting entries from clubs, as well as other groups and schools in all age groups.
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