Unlock your child’s potential with our U7-U12 Gold Star Futsal year-round program starting in the fall of 2025.
By Brent Dillard, M.Ed., LAT,ATC
As parents who are passionate about your child’s growth and development on the soccer field, we understand that choosing the right program with a great environment where your child can flourish, can be one of the most important decisions you can make for their future success in soccer.
At Gold Star, we are proud to be the only club in Western MA. & Northern, CT that focuses on the development of the individual player through our futsal methodology. This unique approach helps young athletes build the technique, decision making and brilliance that will set them apart in soccer. Futsal is widely recognized for its ability to accelerate player development due to its fast pace, smaller playing area, and emphasis on being comfortable and confident with the ball.
We know that you want to see your child succeed on the field, and that is why we are committed to offering you the most effective training that will not only benefit their technical growth but also their mental and emotional resilience. By training futsal year-round with us, your child will receive consistent exposure to key soccer skills that are often difficult to develop through traditional outdoor soccer teams. Our specialized futsal program will ensure that your child is improving their ability to think quickly, make decision under pressure, and express their creativity during trainings and games.
In the next couple months, we will be unveiling our NEW year-round futsal program, specifically designed for players U7-U12. This will be an incredible opportunity for your child to train with the best futsal coaches in New England, giving them a head start in mastering the skills needs to become a brilliant player. Our year-round approach will keep your child engaged, motivated, and progressing all year long. This consistency is the key to their growth as both a player and young individual.
As a futsal club, we are deeply committed to the growth of youth futsal and soccer in our region. We are passionate about nurturing each young players potential and creating an environment where they can flourish on the court & field. Gold Star Futsal is the only place your child needs to be training & playing futsal games from the age of 6 to 11. Our community of coaches are dedicated to making an impact with every player that joins our program to be the best they can be.
We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and we would love for you and your family to be a part of our U7-U12 program for the 2025-26 season.
If you’re interested in learning more about our program works and why players should only play futsal before the age of 12, read the 5 key points below and complete the link provided.
The significant benefits of soccer players only playing futsal before the age of 12.
1. Enhanced technical skills – Futsal, with a smaller, heavier ball and fast paced environment, forces players to develop ball control, quick passing, and being confident on the ball. The constant pressure in tight spaces improves their first touch, composure on the ball, and decision making. These skills translate directly onto the soccer field.
2. Improved decision making and speed of play – Because futsal in played in a smaller space with fewer players, it demands faster decisions and quicker reactions. Players must learn to read the game and anticipate movements while executing precise passes under pressure, fostering better soccer IQ.
3. More touches mean more engagement – In a typical youth soccer game, players touch the ball only a few times per match. In futsal, players get the ball many more times per minute, accelerating their development in being comfortable and confident with the ball. The constant involvement keeps them engaged and maximizes their growth.
4. Creates better athletic development – Futsal enhances a player’s agility, balance coordination and speed due to its high intensity nature and rapid change in direction. The smaller the playing area encourages players to develop quick footwork and body control, which are all essential for the elite soccer player.
5. Encourages creativity – Futsal fosters creativity and brilliance on the ball due to players not relying on the long ball and the physicality on the soccer field. Players are comfortable taking on defenders, using their “animal” skills and being able to express themselves. These are all traits that elite soccer players possess.
By playing futsal exclusively before the age of 12, young athletes can develop elite-level soccer skills, intelligence and athleticism that will set them apart when they transition into soccer at the age of 12. Many of the world’s best players – such as Pele, Messi, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, and many more grew up playing futsal, proving its effectiveness as a foundation for the elite soccer player. It’s your time to become an elite soccer player who is brilliant with the ball, join Gold Star U7-
U12 program NOW!
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