Senda News
Our NEW Website is Live: Get a FREE Sackpack with any Purchase
We are excited to announce that we have launched our new website, featuring the new Senda logo and branding. The new website features an improved browsing and shopping experience, as well as detailed information on our specialized balls for Futsal, Beach Soccer, Freestyle, and Soccer. To celebrate our new website, we are offering a FREE Senda USHUAIA PRO sackpack when you purchase any of our products. Please add the sackpack to your cart, and use the promo code: SendaGift during checkout. In addition, you will find a guide with age recommendations for choosing the right ball size for youth players. Our new website now includes Senda's new logo that launched in 2019 along with our new futsal shoes, the USHUAIA PRO Futsal Shoes. In 2019, we launched our new logo that we thought better represented Senda's mission and ideals through our products. In the action shots below, you will see a large brush stroke stemming from a Senda ball. This brushstroke represents Senda's belief that futsal, beach soccer, freestyle and of course soccer are forms of art, in which each player and team displays their unique style and creativity. The court is like a white canvas, in which players display their unique interpretation of the game. Our goal at Senda is to encourage and empower you to free your game, so you can play it with a complete sense of fun and freedom. We work tirelessly to provide you with the best made, most technically advanced, and most stylish balls and shoes for small-sided soccer in order to make all your touches better, improve your skills, and let you express yourself. Whether you play futsal, soccer, beach, or freestyle, our responsibly made Fair Trade balls allow you to express personal style and creativity through your game. We hope you enjoy the website and let us know what you think on social media @SendaAthletics on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter👍
Our NEW Website is Live: Get a FREE Sackpack with any Purchase
We are excited to announce that we have launched our new website, featuring the new Senda logo and branding. The new website features an improved browsing and shopping experience, as well as detailed information on our specialized balls for Futsal, Beach Soccer, Freestyle, and Soccer. To celebrate our new website, we are offering a FREE Senda USHUAIA PRO sackpack when you purchase any of our products. Please add the sackpack to your cart, and use the promo code: SendaGift during checkout. In addition, you will find a guide with age recommendations for choosing the right ball size for youth players. Our new website now includes Senda's new logo that launched in 2019 along with our new futsal shoes, the USHUAIA PRO Futsal Shoes. In 2019, we launched our new logo that we thought better represented Senda's mission and ideals through our products. In the action shots below, you will see a large brush stroke stemming from a Senda ball. This brushstroke represents Senda's belief that futsal, beach soccer, freestyle and of course soccer are forms of art, in which each player and team displays their unique style and creativity. The court is like a white canvas, in which players display their unique interpretation of the game. Our goal at Senda is to encourage and empower you to free your game, so you can play it with a complete sense of fun and freedom. We work tirelessly to provide you with the best made, most technically advanced, and most stylish balls and shoes for small-sided soccer in order to make all your touches better, improve your skills, and let you express yourself. Whether you play futsal, soccer, beach, or freestyle, our responsibly made Fair Trade balls allow you to express personal style and creativity through your game. We hope you enjoy the website and let us know what you think on social media @SendaAthletics on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter👍
Senda Spotlight: Barefoot Futsal by Soccer.com
Guest blogpost by SOCCER.COM There’s no better way to grow your technical skills than by playing futsal, and there is no better ball for playing futsal than the Senda Vitoria and Rio. Not only are Senda’s balls the only Fair Trade Certified models in the fast-growing small-sided game, but they’re certified as the top-performing ones too as the official match balls of US Youth Futsal. Not surprisingly, all the gear experts (literally everyone we trust, especially including ours) consistently rate Senda balls as unrivaled in the game. They are made for both the world’s best futsal players, those who’ve mastered the 5v5 game featuring a smaller ball, more touches, and more technique, and beginners taking to the game in Winter season or whenever a court is available. Along with Senda Founder and CEO Santiago Halty, whose energetic sheer joy for futsal is authentic and infectious, we brought new Vitoria and Rios to Barefoot Futbol Club, one of the nation’s leading futsal youth clubs with teams, academies and national team competition for players aged 4 to 18. There during a full day of training at the Comenius School court in Fort Mill, South Carolina, caught up with Barefoot FC Director and Head Instructor Guillermo (Coach G) Uribe. Coach G hails from Colombia where he developed as a futsal player. After years working on the outdoor full-sized game in Charlotte, he’s revolutionizing development by training futsal foot skills first. Barefoot players literally learn to play without shoes and sometimes even blindfolded. Several players, current and alumni, have made the transition from 5v5 to 11v11 sensationally. Their ability to take on players and play both sides of the ball shines among the competition. Barefoot FC uses Senda balls exclusively, and for good reason, Coach G confirmed. “We're really nerdy about balls, and their size, and what their purposes are for particular activity or training,” said Uribe, while hailing Senda’s air, size and shape retention. “We've grown to really appreciate the Senda product.” The two flagships are the Vitoria and Rio. Both are quality with small differences. Senda Vitoria Senda Rio $39.99 $29.99 Made for match play Ideal for training Durable DuoTech™ construction for a double seal Hi-tech machine-stitches construction for tight seams Available in adult size 4 Available in size 2 (children under 7), size 3 (ages 8 to 12) and size 4 (13 and up) Halty jumps at every opportunity to get player feedback and to play the game himself around the world to form a connection through a futsal ball that’s otherwise nearly impossible and most often truly special. “For us, to have the best Futsal organization in the country (USYF), using our gear, it's a huge sense of pride for the entire company,” Halty says. “It also allows us to make the best Futsal balls in the world, hands down.” The Barefoot players, from the elite to the emerging, have strong praise for the product. Alonzo Edmond (left) called it “really easy to play with.” Wesley Atoyebi (right) said Senda balls are “his go-to choice.” All the players we talked to were impressed with both the Vitoria’s and Rio’s abilities to stay pumped up and to be firm but also cushioned. For Halty, it’s about creating joy, respect, and community — the three words found on every Senda ball — through the game that gave him a chance to connect as an Argentine attending college in California. We've always been passionate about making the best possible gear for futsal and making it in a way that's not only high performance and durable, but that's ethical,” Halty says. “People that get our gear can feel great about the durability, the quality, but also the way the product is made.” Shop Senda balls today at SOCCER.COM, where they’re also available in ball packs of three and six. Go in-depth on Senda’s inspiring story with our 2015 brand profile. Learn more about Barefoot FC at https://www.barefootfutbolclub.com/ and on Twitter at @barefootfutsal
Senda Spotlight: Barefoot Futsal by Soccer.com
Guest blogpost by SOCCER.COM There’s no better way to grow your technical skills than by playing futsal, and there is no better ball for playing futsal than the Senda Vitoria and Rio. Not only are Senda’s balls the only Fair Trade Certified models in the fast-growing small-sided game, but they’re certified as the top-performing ones too as the official match balls of US Youth Futsal. Not surprisingly, all the gear experts (literally everyone we trust, especially including ours) consistently rate Senda balls as unrivaled in the game. They are made for both the world’s best futsal players, those who’ve mastered the 5v5 game featuring a smaller ball, more touches, and more technique, and beginners taking to the game in Winter season or whenever a court is available. Along with Senda Founder and CEO Santiago Halty, whose energetic sheer joy for futsal is authentic and infectious, we brought new Vitoria and Rios to Barefoot Futbol Club, one of the nation’s leading futsal youth clubs with teams, academies and national team competition for players aged 4 to 18. There during a full day of training at the Comenius School court in Fort Mill, South Carolina, caught up with Barefoot FC Director and Head Instructor Guillermo (Coach G) Uribe. Coach G hails from Colombia where he developed as a futsal player. After years working on the outdoor full-sized game in Charlotte, he’s revolutionizing development by training futsal foot skills first. Barefoot players literally learn to play without shoes and sometimes even blindfolded. Several players, current and alumni, have made the transition from 5v5 to 11v11 sensationally. Their ability to take on players and play both sides of the ball shines among the competition. Barefoot FC uses Senda balls exclusively, and for good reason, Coach G confirmed. “We're really nerdy about balls, and their size, and what their purposes are for particular activity or training,” said Uribe, while hailing Senda’s air, size and shape retention. “We've grown to really appreciate the Senda product.” The two flagships are the Vitoria and Rio. Both are quality with small differences. Senda Vitoria Senda Rio $39.99 $29.99 Made for match play Ideal for training Durable DuoTech™ construction for a double seal Hi-tech machine-stitches construction for tight seams Available in adult size 4 Available in size 2 (children under 7), size 3 (ages 8 to 12) and size 4 (13 and up) Halty jumps at every opportunity to get player feedback and to play the game himself around the world to form a connection through a futsal ball that’s otherwise nearly impossible and most often truly special. “For us, to have the best Futsal organization in the country (USYF), using our gear, it's a huge sense of pride for the entire company,” Halty says. “It also allows us to make the best Futsal balls in the world, hands down.” The Barefoot players, from the elite to the emerging, have strong praise for the product. Alonzo Edmond (left) called it “really easy to play with.” Wesley Atoyebi (right) said Senda balls are “his go-to choice.” All the players we talked to were impressed with both the Vitoria’s and Rio’s abilities to stay pumped up and to be firm but also cushioned. For Halty, it’s about creating joy, respect, and community — the three words found on every Senda ball — through the game that gave him a chance to connect as an Argentine attending college in California. We've always been passionate about making the best possible gear for futsal and making it in a way that's not only high performance and durable, but that's ethical,” Halty says. “People that get our gear can feel great about the durability, the quality, but also the way the product is made.” Shop Senda balls today at SOCCER.COM, where they’re also available in ball packs of three and six. Go in-depth on Senda’s inspiring story with our 2015 brand profile. Learn more about Barefoot FC at https://www.barefootfutbolclub.com/ and on Twitter at @barefootfutsal
USYF 2019-2020 Futsal Season Kicks-Off
We are excited to announce that the United States Youth Futsal (USYF) 2019-2020 Championship Series will officially kick-off on December 13, 2019. USYF is the largest and fastest-growing futsal organization in the United States, overseeing more than 100 local leagues in 30 states across the country. In addition to hosting youth leagues in every corner of the country, they also work tirelessly to develop the game of futsal through multiple initiatives. The USYF Championship Series is an elite grouping of the top futsal teams from 8 regions across the United States. A diverse collection of referees, players, and teams makes this the largest youth futsal tournament in the world. USYF has added a new event to its line up of competitive tournaments. The USYF State Championships will join the existing Regional Championships and National Championships as nationally sanctioned events. The State Championships will help promote the game of Futsal and provide an additional pathway for teams and clubs to compete in one of the Championship Series events. The USYF State Championships will focus on creating a high-quality competition, bringing the best teams together within a state or surrounding area. Senda is a proud partner of USYF since 2014, and we stand with them in their efforts and initiatives to grow the sport of futsal across the United States. USYF will be using the Senda Natal Official USYF Match Futsal Ball in all of their matches throughout their tournament series. If you would like to use the official ball that USYF will be using in their tournament series, you can find it here ➡️ Senda Natal Official USYF Match Futsal Ball
USYF 2019-2020 Futsal Season Kicks-Off
We are excited to announce that the United States Youth Futsal (USYF) 2019-2020 Championship Series will officially kick-off on December 13, 2019. USYF is the largest and fastest-growing futsal organization in the United States, overseeing more than 100 local leagues in 30 states across the country. In addition to hosting youth leagues in every corner of the country, they also work tirelessly to develop the game of futsal through multiple initiatives. The USYF Championship Series is an elite grouping of the top futsal teams from 8 regions across the United States. A diverse collection of referees, players, and teams makes this the largest youth futsal tournament in the world. USYF has added a new event to its line up of competitive tournaments. The USYF State Championships will join the existing Regional Championships and National Championships as nationally sanctioned events. The State Championships will help promote the game of Futsal and provide an additional pathway for teams and clubs to compete in one of the Championship Series events. The USYF State Championships will focus on creating a high-quality competition, bringing the best teams together within a state or surrounding area. Senda is a proud partner of USYF since 2014, and we stand with them in their efforts and initiatives to grow the sport of futsal across the United States. USYF will be using the Senda Natal Official USYF Match Futsal Ball in all of their matches throughout their tournament series. If you would like to use the official ball that USYF will be using in their tournament series, you can find it here ➡️ Senda Natal Official USYF Match Futsal Ball
Choosing the Right Ball Sizes for Futsal Training: Matheus Palhinha
Discover the significance of selecting quality, size-appropriate futsal balls for young players' skill development. Matheus Palhinha shares valuable insights on the impact of ball size on players' motivation and confidence. Explore Senda's Rio Training Futsal Balls in our online store and enhance your players' futsal experience today!
Choosing the Right Ball Sizes for Futsal Training: Matheus Palhinha
Discover the significance of selecting quality, size-appropriate futsal balls for young players' skill development. Matheus Palhinha shares valuable insights on the impact of ball size on players' motivation and confidence. Explore Senda's Rio Training Futsal Balls in our online store and enhance your players' futsal experience today!
Learn Futsal: How to Fake and Beat a Defender
Matheus Palinha is back with another amazing futsal tutorial! Many times, you find yourself in a situation when you don’t have many options to go forward because of a nearby defender. With minimal help from a teammate, Matheus shows a move where you fake a pass and cut forward to beat a defender. When facing a defender and one of your teammates is making an overlapping run behind you, you fake like you will pass the ball by: Dragging the ball behind you with the sole of your foot Then, dragging the ball with the inside of your foot towards your teammate (while the ball is behind you) Stopping the ball with your toes and top of your foot. You then cut the ball forward through the center of your body and have an opportunity at creating a shot, dribble, or pass. This move is done in one continuous movement and with practice can be done very quickly. This fake is a great skill to have in order to create space between you and a defender. The next step is to get a Senda futsal ball available on our website and start practicing this dribbling skill in matches and training sessions.
Learn Futsal: How to Fake and Beat a Defender
Matheus Palinha is back with another amazing futsal tutorial! Many times, you find yourself in a situation when you don’t have many options to go forward because of a nearby defender. With minimal help from a teammate, Matheus shows a move where you fake a pass and cut forward to beat a defender. When facing a defender and one of your teammates is making an overlapping run behind you, you fake like you will pass the ball by: Dragging the ball behind you with the sole of your foot Then, dragging the ball with the inside of your foot towards your teammate (while the ball is behind you) Stopping the ball with your toes and top of your foot. You then cut the ball forward through the center of your body and have an opportunity at creating a shot, dribble, or pass. This move is done in one continuous movement and with practice can be done very quickly. This fake is a great skill to have in order to create space between you and a defender. The next step is to get a Senda futsal ball available on our website and start practicing this dribbling skill in matches and training sessions.
SENDA launches a Game-Changing Futsal Shoe - now available exclusively on Kickstarter.com
Senda releases a revolutionary, technically advanced futsal shoe. First edition available now through October 17th.
SENDA launches a Game-Changing Futsal Shoe - now available exclusively on Kickstarter.com
Senda releases a revolutionary, technically advanced futsal shoe. First edition available now through October 17th.