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Learn Futsal: HOW to Master the Nutmeg with Matheus Palhinha
Matheus Palhinha back once again and with yet another amazing futsal tutorial. In this video, Matheus presents and demonstrates an effective nutmeg for you to add to your artillery. Matheus does a simple initial move to engage the defender, once the defender chases, the nutmeg comes into effect. A very simple yet precise nutmeg can be useful in creating space for you on the court while also isolating the defender from the play. Here is Matheus showing you how to perform and practice this move, step by step: Like mentioned in blog posts before, futsal requires you to use the soles of your feet to control and move the ball. You see that again in this video as Matheus preforms the nutmeg using the sole of his foot to roll it under the defender's legs. With enough practice, this dynamic step over adds an element of flair you can use to hone your craft. The next step is to get a Senda futsal ball available on our website and start practicing this nutmeg!
Learn Futsal: HOW to Master the Nutmeg with Matheus Palhinha
Matheus Palhinha back once again and with yet another amazing futsal tutorial. In this video, Matheus presents and demonstrates an effective nutmeg for you to add to your artillery. Matheus does a simple initial move to engage the defender, once the defender chases, the nutmeg comes into effect. A very simple yet precise nutmeg can be useful in creating space for you on the court while also isolating the defender from the play. Here is Matheus showing you how to perform and practice this move, step by step: Like mentioned in blog posts before, futsal requires you to use the soles of your feet to control and move the ball. You see that again in this video as Matheus preforms the nutmeg using the sole of his foot to roll it under the defender's legs. With enough practice, this dynamic step over adds an element of flair you can use to hone your craft. The next step is to get a Senda futsal ball available on our website and start practicing this nutmeg!
Senda Spotlight: SUDAMERICA Futsal
Sudamerica Futsal is a futsal club based just north of Atlanta, Georgia that believes in small-sided games and a defined style of play. They aim to share the ‘art of playing’ by developing players through the beautiful game of futsal. Senda had the opportunity to sit down with the founder and technical director, Richard Ortega, to speak about Sudamerica Futsal and their continuing influence on the Atlanta futsal community. When asked about his love for the game and why he got involved, Richard said that “the game is no longer about a player’s role in a 16+ player squad, but about the true impact that the individual player has in a 5v5 environment.” Sudamerica breaks away from the typical cookie-cutter training and coaches players to develop a confidence that leads to benefits both on and off the field. Sudamerica Futsal is always looking for opportunities to compete at regional and out-of-state levels. Richard noted that the club has been praised by many for the way their players carry themselves at competitions from 3v3 events to high profile 5v5 futsal tournaments. While individual player development is important, this club goes beyond one specific player or coaching style. Their philosophy revolves around trust and ensuring collective success for everyone in a challenging environment. However, futsal coaches don’t have an easy job as they are constantly presented with new challenges. The biggest one is that many outdoor coaches in the region discourage futsal in Atlanta and don’t fully understand the benefits of the game. Regardless, Richard and the rest of the futsal staff at Sudamerica find it extremely rewarding to watch players transition their futsal mindset and learned skills to the larger field. For the industry as a whole, Richard hopes that futsal continues to become more accepted. If players learn to think and control the ball in tight space situations, they will be more prepared for the unexpected on the bigger stage. Futsal is what the country needs to catch up to the rest of the world at a faster rate. Some of today’s biggest stars, such as Ronaldo, Messi, and Neymar, all began their careers by playing futsal in their youth while falling in love with the game over and over. Sudamerica hopes that their futsal efforts will help others see the game as it is: a beautiful sport of finesse, concentration, and precise execution. Senda loves to see world-class programs like Sudamerica Futsal dedicate their lives to the sport. We are proud to be an official partner and would like to recognize them for their philosophy of trust and player development within the Atlanta futsal community. The club is also aligned with Senda’s mission to give back to the community and include a personal touch in every aspect of work. We hope that our great partnership can continue to spread awareness about the futsal movement in the United States. Stay tuned for more announcements regarding our partnership!
Senda Spotlight: SUDAMERICA Futsal
Sudamerica Futsal is a futsal club based just north of Atlanta, Georgia that believes in small-sided games and a defined style of play. They aim to share the ‘art of playing’ by developing players through the beautiful game of futsal. Senda had the opportunity to sit down with the founder and technical director, Richard Ortega, to speak about Sudamerica Futsal and their continuing influence on the Atlanta futsal community. When asked about his love for the game and why he got involved, Richard said that “the game is no longer about a player’s role in a 16+ player squad, but about the true impact that the individual player has in a 5v5 environment.” Sudamerica breaks away from the typical cookie-cutter training and coaches players to develop a confidence that leads to benefits both on and off the field. Sudamerica Futsal is always looking for opportunities to compete at regional and out-of-state levels. Richard noted that the club has been praised by many for the way their players carry themselves at competitions from 3v3 events to high profile 5v5 futsal tournaments. While individual player development is important, this club goes beyond one specific player or coaching style. Their philosophy revolves around trust and ensuring collective success for everyone in a challenging environment. However, futsal coaches don’t have an easy job as they are constantly presented with new challenges. The biggest one is that many outdoor coaches in the region discourage futsal in Atlanta and don’t fully understand the benefits of the game. Regardless, Richard and the rest of the futsal staff at Sudamerica find it extremely rewarding to watch players transition their futsal mindset and learned skills to the larger field. For the industry as a whole, Richard hopes that futsal continues to become more accepted. If players learn to think and control the ball in tight space situations, they will be more prepared for the unexpected on the bigger stage. Futsal is what the country needs to catch up to the rest of the world at a faster rate. Some of today’s biggest stars, such as Ronaldo, Messi, and Neymar, all began their careers by playing futsal in their youth while falling in love with the game over and over. Sudamerica hopes that their futsal efforts will help others see the game as it is: a beautiful sport of finesse, concentration, and precise execution. Senda loves to see world-class programs like Sudamerica Futsal dedicate their lives to the sport. We are proud to be an official partner and would like to recognize them for their philosophy of trust and player development within the Atlanta futsal community. The club is also aligned with Senda’s mission to give back to the community and include a personal touch in every aspect of work. We hope that our great partnership can continue to spread awareness about the futsal movement in the United States. Stay tuned for more announcements regarding our partnership!
Learn an Amazing Futsal Step Over with Matheus Palhinha
Senda is proud to continue our partnership with Matheus Palhinha and this time he is back once again with yet another amazing futsal tutorial. Continuing from our last blog post with Matheus, this step over tutorial will help you elevate your game! In this video, Matheus presents and demonstrates a lethal futsal step-over for you . to add to your artillery. We see Matheus utilize a twist to the famously known "Step Over" to beat his defender. The step over can be done at any part of the court, but be sure to practice and master this futsal step over to avoid committing a costly mistake near your goal. Here is Matheus showing you how to perform and practice this move, step by step: As mentioned in the last video, Futsal requires you to use the soles of your feet to control and move the ball. You see that again in this video as Matheus draws the ball using his sole and then he executes the step over to beat his mark. With enough practice, this dynamic step over adds an element of flair you can use to hone your craft. The next step is to get a Senda futsal ball available on our website and start practicing this step over with your friends and on your own!
Learn an Amazing Futsal Step Over with Matheus Palhinha
Senda is proud to continue our partnership with Matheus Palhinha and this time he is back once again with yet another amazing futsal tutorial. Continuing from our last blog post with Matheus, this step over tutorial will help you elevate your game! In this video, Matheus presents and demonstrates a lethal futsal step-over for you . to add to your artillery. We see Matheus utilize a twist to the famously known "Step Over" to beat his defender. The step over can be done at any part of the court, but be sure to practice and master this futsal step over to avoid committing a costly mistake near your goal. Here is Matheus showing you how to perform and practice this move, step by step: As mentioned in the last video, Futsal requires you to use the soles of your feet to control and move the ball. You see that again in this video as Matheus draws the ball using his sole and then he executes the step over to beat his mark. With enough practice, this dynamic step over adds an element of flair you can use to hone your craft. The next step is to get a Senda futsal ball available on our website and start practicing this step over with your friends and on your own!
Learn a Key Futsal Dribble with Brazilian Coach Matheus Palhinha
Senda is proud to launch our official partnership with Matheus Palhinha, a Brazilian Futsal Coach and YouTuber who creates content to help players develop their futsal dribble techniques, a characteristic trait that makes Brazilian soccer world famous today. Matheus & Senda will be working together to create the best Futsal content, while making it accessible in English on Senda's website blog and also across our social media channels, so stay tuned! Matheus is one of the biggest YouTubers in Brazil doing futsal and soccer tutorials. His YouTube channel has more than 651,000 subscribers with over 30 million views! More importantly, Matheus is a truly fantastic and empathetic coach who cares about developing good players. Matheus has a true passion for futsal and he is a fantastic role model and mentor for futsal players of all ages! Senda will be working closely with Matheus to create more tutorials and content where he teaches how to perform several skills to help players develop their futsal technique. In this first video with Senda he teaches how to do a key futsal dribble to go around defenders with very little space. Here is Matheus showing you how to perform and practice this move, step by step: A proper futsal dribble requires you to use the sole of your foot to effectively control and move the ball. Doing this ensures tight & precise control on a fast & limited playing space surface as a futsal court. Having proper control of the ball while performing a futsal dribble is vital to having success on the court. This is also really beneficial once players move onto an outdoor field. A quick and explosive futsal dribble is key for you to beat your defender. This futsal dribble, if performed correctly, can help you trick defenders effectively almost every time. The next step is to get your Senda futsal ball, available on our website, and start practicing this move!
Learn a Key Futsal Dribble with Brazilian Coach Matheus Palhinha
Senda is proud to launch our official partnership with Matheus Palhinha, a Brazilian Futsal Coach and YouTuber who creates content to help players develop their futsal dribble techniques, a characteristic trait that makes Brazilian soccer world famous today. Matheus & Senda will be working together to create the best Futsal content, while making it accessible in English on Senda's website blog and also across our social media channels, so stay tuned! Matheus is one of the biggest YouTubers in Brazil doing futsal and soccer tutorials. His YouTube channel has more than 651,000 subscribers with over 30 million views! More importantly, Matheus is a truly fantastic and empathetic coach who cares about developing good players. Matheus has a true passion for futsal and he is a fantastic role model and mentor for futsal players of all ages! Senda will be working closely with Matheus to create more tutorials and content where he teaches how to perform several skills to help players develop their futsal technique. In this first video with Senda he teaches how to do a key futsal dribble to go around defenders with very little space. Here is Matheus showing you how to perform and practice this move, step by step: A proper futsal dribble requires you to use the sole of your foot to effectively control and move the ball. Doing this ensures tight & precise control on a fast & limited playing space surface as a futsal court. Having proper control of the ball while performing a futsal dribble is vital to having success on the court. This is also really beneficial once players move onto an outdoor field. A quick and explosive futsal dribble is key for you to beat your defender. This futsal dribble, if performed correctly, can help you trick defenders effectively almost every time. The next step is to get your Senda futsal ball, available on our website, and start practicing this move!
Senda Spotlight: Rose City Futsal
Rose City Futsal has two of the best futsal facilities in North America, and it has been working to build the futsal community from the ground up since 2013. Senda is very proud to announce that Rose City Futsal (RCF) has selected Senda as their official ball provider, after testing every type and brand of ball available in the market. Players at their West and East locations will be playing with Rio balls size #2 and 3, as well as Vitoria balls for size #4 (regulation size for adults). “Rose City Futsal has built two world-class facilities to serve Oregon’s Futsal community, and they are an international reference for all of us who are working tirelessly to grow the game and popularity of the game we love, so it is very special that they have chosen Senda as their provider” said Santiago Halty, founder of Senda Athletics. Adult players of all ages and levels can play pick-up or league games at RCF. RCF’s two futsal facilities have been attracting diverse players of all ages and levels, from Portland Thorns FC and Portland Timbers professional soccer players, to young players looking to elevate their game. Regardless of their background, all of these players seek improvement and more touches on the ball, which is exactly what futsal offers. Youth players training with the Rio Futsal balls at RCF. Rose City Futsal offers a full Youth Academy, adult pick-up games and leagues, and educational opportunities for coaches who want to learn from the best minds of futsal in the world. Two of the best minds in futsal have conducted clinics at RCF: Andres Sanz, Head Coach of Atletico Madrid Womens Futsal, and Diego Giustozzi, 2016 FIFA Futsal World Cup-winning coach with Argentina. The RCF Youth Academy program allows a diverse group of players to develop their skills, make new friends, and feel more interconnected within the community of Portland futsal and soccer fans. One of their exemplary coaches is Kody Ganiko, who has over seven years of coaching experience, focusing on ages 4-18. Kody also has U.S. National F, E, and D licenses and firmly believes that futsal challenges players to be creative, confident, intelligent and technical. “I am extremely excited for the growth of Futsal in the States, especially in the midst of the Portland Futsal community,” said Kody. “I am also excited to have all our players training and playing with Senda futsal ball due to their quality, specialized size and weight, as well as their Fair Trade Certification,” added Kody. Fair Trade means better livelihoods, no child labor, and improved working conditions for Senda’s ball makers. Coach Kody talking to young players at Rose City Futsal. The first Rose City Futsal was started in 2013 by ten soccer families in Portland, Oregon who believed in “el corazón del juego”, or The Heart of the Game. Aside from offering futsal programs, RCF offers training sessions, physical therapy, and a pub for people to enjoy at the end of a long day. RCF has year-round adult leagues, with seven to ten-week schedules at both the West and East Portland locations. These programs are open to males and females, beginners and superstars, and adults of all ages. There is also the opportunity to participate in futsal open play matches and classes from reputable coaches. In addition, Rose City’s youth leagues have an emphasis on growing the player and the individual. Coach Kody and everyone at Rose City believe that their futsal initiatives can teach players the values of dedication and discipline both on and off the field. Aside from offering a wide variety of camps, leagues, and classes, RCF also offers their Futsal Development Program (FDP) and Select Team development program designed to develop the best soccer and futsal players in the country. These programs match youth players with others that are similar in talent and ability, allowing them to grow and reach their full potential. Coach Kody with the Vitoria futsal ball (red) and Rio futsal ball (green) used at RCF. It’s incredible to see world-class facilities like these ones from Rose City Futsal. Coach Kody and the rest of the staff have created opportunities of the Portland futsal and soccer communities to enjoy the benefits of a faster and more technical form of the beautiful game. Senda is proud to be the official ball partner of Rose City Futsal, and we were honored to see them present our product and story with their custom-made display below. Stay tuned for more announcements from RCF and Senda in the coming months!
Senda Spotlight: Rose City Futsal
Rose City Futsal has two of the best futsal facilities in North America, and it has been working to build the futsal community from the ground up since 2013. Senda is very proud to announce that Rose City Futsal (RCF) has selected Senda as their official ball provider, after testing every type and brand of ball available in the market. Players at their West and East locations will be playing with Rio balls size #2 and 3, as well as Vitoria balls for size #4 (regulation size for adults). “Rose City Futsal has built two world-class facilities to serve Oregon’s Futsal community, and they are an international reference for all of us who are working tirelessly to grow the game and popularity of the game we love, so it is very special that they have chosen Senda as their provider” said Santiago Halty, founder of Senda Athletics. Adult players of all ages and levels can play pick-up or league games at RCF. RCF’s two futsal facilities have been attracting diverse players of all ages and levels, from Portland Thorns FC and Portland Timbers professional soccer players, to young players looking to elevate their game. Regardless of their background, all of these players seek improvement and more touches on the ball, which is exactly what futsal offers. Youth players training with the Rio Futsal balls at RCF. Rose City Futsal offers a full Youth Academy, adult pick-up games and leagues, and educational opportunities for coaches who want to learn from the best minds of futsal in the world. Two of the best minds in futsal have conducted clinics at RCF: Andres Sanz, Head Coach of Atletico Madrid Womens Futsal, and Diego Giustozzi, 2016 FIFA Futsal World Cup-winning coach with Argentina. The RCF Youth Academy program allows a diverse group of players to develop their skills, make new friends, and feel more interconnected within the community of Portland futsal and soccer fans. One of their exemplary coaches is Kody Ganiko, who has over seven years of coaching experience, focusing on ages 4-18. Kody also has U.S. National F, E, and D licenses and firmly believes that futsal challenges players to be creative, confident, intelligent and technical. “I am extremely excited for the growth of Futsal in the States, especially in the midst of the Portland Futsal community,” said Kody. “I am also excited to have all our players training and playing with Senda futsal ball due to their quality, specialized size and weight, as well as their Fair Trade Certification,” added Kody. Fair Trade means better livelihoods, no child labor, and improved working conditions for Senda’s ball makers. Coach Kody talking to young players at Rose City Futsal. The first Rose City Futsal was started in 2013 by ten soccer families in Portland, Oregon who believed in “el corazón del juego”, or The Heart of the Game. Aside from offering futsal programs, RCF offers training sessions, physical therapy, and a pub for people to enjoy at the end of a long day. RCF has year-round adult leagues, with seven to ten-week schedules at both the West and East Portland locations. These programs are open to males and females, beginners and superstars, and adults of all ages. There is also the opportunity to participate in futsal open play matches and classes from reputable coaches. In addition, Rose City’s youth leagues have an emphasis on growing the player and the individual. Coach Kody and everyone at Rose City believe that their futsal initiatives can teach players the values of dedication and discipline both on and off the field. Aside from offering a wide variety of camps, leagues, and classes, RCF also offers their Futsal Development Program (FDP) and Select Team development program designed to develop the best soccer and futsal players in the country. These programs match youth players with others that are similar in talent and ability, allowing them to grow and reach their full potential. Coach Kody with the Vitoria futsal ball (red) and Rio futsal ball (green) used at RCF. It’s incredible to see world-class facilities like these ones from Rose City Futsal. Coach Kody and the rest of the staff have created opportunities of the Portland futsal and soccer communities to enjoy the benefits of a faster and more technical form of the beautiful game. Senda is proud to be the official ball partner of Rose City Futsal, and we were honored to see them present our product and story with their custom-made display below. Stay tuned for more announcements from RCF and Senda in the coming months!
Senda Spotlight: Kimberley Futsal Club in Argentina
Club Atletico Kimberley is an Argentine futsal club that is located in the Buenos Aires Province of Argentina. Kimberley has been known as a futsal organization that holds both men's and women's futsal tournaments. Senda spoke with Kimberley Futsal Club regarding their legacy and impact on the futsal community in Argentina. Senda sat down with Gustavo Villegas, a futsal coordinator at Kimberley Futsal Club. When asked about the club's legacy of how it managed to exist for over 100 years, Villegas had this to say, "The sole reason is the sentiment and passion that the members provided over the years, from its founder, Julio Pianaroli, with a small group of people in 1906, to its current status. The key was always the love and commitment towards the club and fundamentally towards those kids in different stages". Regarding the club's mission statement, Villegas responded emphatically, "Our mission is to provide a place of belonging, develop values, and form people outside the sport". Gustavo also spoke about his specific role at the club as a futsal trainer, and how his instruction affects the development of youth futsal players, "I am the General Sports Coordinator and I work with other coordinators and faculty in every area within futsal. The impact we have always looked for is developing an identity and a sense of belonging towards the club in every athlete that works day to day. We work with every boy and girl in our academy to get them to that next step". With respect to the personal impact that Kimberley Futsal has had on his personal life and what he has noticed that has changed over time within the club, Villegas remarked, "My best memories are the club forming me into an athlete and person. The club is my second home to this day. Thirty years ago, only the most stand-out players would play and it was a much more selective club. Today, we have an inclusive and integrated club that provides a genuine place for many children to get involved". Women's futsal at Kimberley Futsal club has been a recent development that started in 2012. When talking about diversity and inclusion in futsal, Villegas commented about the importance of women in futsal, "Women's futsal in our club has been a dream that we have always had ever since we learned about Micaela and Delfina from Babi Futbol, two talented futsalistas who played at the same level as any male. They incentivized us to start women's futsal at our club. It paid off in 2014 when we won the Copa America in Chile for women's futsal". When discussing further about the prospect of "Babi Futbol" in Argentina, Villegas explained, "Babi Futbol is historical in Argentina, as all players that stood out and stand out in Argentinian soccer passed through a Babi club". He also talked about certain famous futbol players that utilized futbol skills to help them at the professional level of play, "Fernando Gago and Andres Iniesta, for example, in their passes, control, and understanding of the game. I can cite numerous Brazilian players, as they all went through futsal when they were young, like Neymar". Finally, Senda wanted to know what Gustavo thought were the most important qualities of a good coach. He gave his opinion, "Discipline in your work, credibility, convincing without imposing, managing a group, managing adverse situations, listening and understanding players, all without compromising your principles". Senda would like to thank Kimberley Futsal Club for helping drive the message of diversity and inclusion within the futsal community, and for being one of the first clubs to start using our Fair Trade futsal balls in Argentina.
Senda Spotlight: Kimberley Futsal Club in Argentina
Club Atletico Kimberley is an Argentine futsal club that is located in the Buenos Aires Province of Argentina. Kimberley has been known as a futsal organization that holds both men's and women's futsal tournaments. Senda spoke with Kimberley Futsal Club regarding their legacy and impact on the futsal community in Argentina. Senda sat down with Gustavo Villegas, a futsal coordinator at Kimberley Futsal Club. When asked about the club's legacy of how it managed to exist for over 100 years, Villegas had this to say, "The sole reason is the sentiment and passion that the members provided over the years, from its founder, Julio Pianaroli, with a small group of people in 1906, to its current status. The key was always the love and commitment towards the club and fundamentally towards those kids in different stages". Regarding the club's mission statement, Villegas responded emphatically, "Our mission is to provide a place of belonging, develop values, and form people outside the sport". Gustavo also spoke about his specific role at the club as a futsal trainer, and how his instruction affects the development of youth futsal players, "I am the General Sports Coordinator and I work with other coordinators and faculty in every area within futsal. The impact we have always looked for is developing an identity and a sense of belonging towards the club in every athlete that works day to day. We work with every boy and girl in our academy to get them to that next step". With respect to the personal impact that Kimberley Futsal has had on his personal life and what he has noticed that has changed over time within the club, Villegas remarked, "My best memories are the club forming me into an athlete and person. The club is my second home to this day. Thirty years ago, only the most stand-out players would play and it was a much more selective club. Today, we have an inclusive and integrated club that provides a genuine place for many children to get involved". Women's futsal at Kimberley Futsal club has been a recent development that started in 2012. When talking about diversity and inclusion in futsal, Villegas commented about the importance of women in futsal, "Women's futsal in our club has been a dream that we have always had ever since we learned about Micaela and Delfina from Babi Futbol, two talented futsalistas who played at the same level as any male. They incentivized us to start women's futsal at our club. It paid off in 2014 when we won the Copa America in Chile for women's futsal". When discussing further about the prospect of "Babi Futbol" in Argentina, Villegas explained, "Babi Futbol is historical in Argentina, as all players that stood out and stand out in Argentinian soccer passed through a Babi club". He also talked about certain famous futbol players that utilized futbol skills to help them at the professional level of play, "Fernando Gago and Andres Iniesta, for example, in their passes, control, and understanding of the game. I can cite numerous Brazilian players, as they all went through futsal when they were young, like Neymar". Finally, Senda wanted to know what Gustavo thought were the most important qualities of a good coach. He gave his opinion, "Discipline in your work, credibility, convincing without imposing, managing a group, managing adverse situations, listening and understanding players, all without compromising your principles". Senda would like to thank Kimberley Futsal Club for helping drive the message of diversity and inclusion within the futsal community, and for being one of the first clubs to start using our Fair Trade futsal balls in Argentina.