Term 4 registrations are open!

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Kids’ indoor soccer has been booming at Saxon since October 2023, when the current owners were only parent-spectators.

Kids’ soccer is now a cornerstone of our vision to bring community sport to more families. We know indoor soccer is a great format for this. It is quick, entertaining and logistically easy for families, but we don't take this for granted. We are always looking for ways to look after the little siblings too.

On the court, our experienced refs strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for kids at all levels.

Off the court, we work closely with team managers and use our knowledge of local outdoor competitions to help create leagues that are fun but also help develop the kids as players, as teams and as confident individuals.

Competitions run term by term, with the biggest comps being during the outdoor off season. During our Term 4 competitions, we can also typically offer challenging leagues for more advanced outdoor teams (Kangaroos, A Grade, Pre-NPL). This is popular during their off season as players benefit from the format, including frequent touches in tight spaces under pressure.

FAQs

FAQs

How many players per team?

5 on a court, including a keeper. Most teams have a squad of 6-9 players to allow for subs, injuries, illness etc.

What is the best comp for girls?

Girls can play in mixed or all-girls teams in any Mon/Tue/Wed competition, however we are also launching dedicated Thursday girls’ competitions (various age groups) that will lead into our growing Women’s competition. If interested, register for Thursday; we’ll keep some Mon/Tue/Wed spaces available in case a suitable girls’ competition cannot run and we need to offer a mixed alternative.

What happens if there is not a viable competition for my child’s group and ability level?

If this happens, we will reach out to discuss alternatives. If there are none that you are happy with, we will provide a full refund on any related registrations.

How long do games go for?

Roughly half an hour. 2 x 12min or 15min halves, depending on the age group, with a very brief break at half time.

Are there finals?

Yes, in the final round the top 4 teams will play in a semifinal, with the final taking place on the same evening. Teams that don’t qualify for semi-finals still get a game that week.

How long does the season go for?

It runs from the first week of school Term 4 (starting 5th Oct) and runs for 10 weeks. Wednesday - Friday comps wrap up in school week 10. Monday and Tuesday comps will go an extra week due to a break for Cup Week, therefore comps will wrap up between 9th and 15th December.

Did I hear about a weekend competition?

You may have! Details of this are TBC, but there has been increasing demand for a weekend competition.  The current plan is to commence this in late October and run it for around 7 weeks. Theis comp will be open to weekday teams looking for more.

What gear is needed?

Most teams source their own set of goalkeeper gloves that they share. Shin pads and long socks are highly recommended, as are drink bottles. Futsal boots are ideal as they are durable, but runners are fine. Football boots are not suitable for the indoor surface.

Note - In August 2026 we took over the cricket shop on site (previously run by a different company) and we are planning to branch into other sports, including futsal.  We hope to be able to stock most of the above in time for Term 4! The shop will be open whenever the centre is open.

Do we need a uniform?

There’s lots of different options. Some teams wear their club kit or school sports uniform. Some teams design their own top. Others all purchase the same replica kit or just all wear the same colour. We are to have some uniform options for sale in our shop prior to Term 4, and plan offer kit personalisation in the future.

Do parents do drop-and-run?

No. We expect each child present to have a responsible adult in the centre. Games are short and we do everything we can to make the centre comfortable for parents and siblings. We are always happy to take feedback on how we can improve on that front and we have plans to update the facilities to continue this approach.

Is it true about free fruit?

Sometimes, yes! Especially in Summer. Basically, whenever there is a decent bulk special of something in season, we will grab a box for Saxon families to share.

One of the kids is in born in a different year, is this a problem?

Generally not, unless they are at a very different ability level. Our priority is creating fun competitions for as many kids as possible. This is more important than setting strict age groups, however age (and outdoor experience/level) will be the first thing we consider when allocating a comp to a new team.

How do we register?

A parent needs to register a team via https://saxonsports.spawtz.com/ (click ‘Register a team or as an individual player’ and then search for the right competition).

This parent is then effectively the team manager. Once the team is registered, a link (unique to that team) will be displayed on their screen for distribution to the other families so that each player can be registered individually.  That unique link will ensure the players are registered to the correct team.

When do we need to register by?

The main thing is to register your team to a comp/night before it fills up. After that we will run a waiting list and/or offer additional comps on a different night.

In order to be included in Round 1 fixtures, a team will need to be registered to the comp and also have at least 5 players registered to that team by 28th September. If a team does not have 5 registered players by 28th September, they will be offered a refund and a team on the waiting list will be offered their place in the competition.

How much does it cost?

To register a team for Term 4 costs $70. This is required to hold a place in the competition. We recommend the team manager seeks contributions for this once they know how many players are in the team.

Each player will then need to register to the team, which costs $120 per player for the term.

What is the role of the Team Manager?

Team managers are usually added to a whattsapp group so they can be kept up to date with the latest information. Their main role is to keep on top of fixture times and make sure the team has enough players each week. Team Managers also sometimes organise the subbing of players, particularly if the team has no dedicated coach. Alternatively this job might be delegated to another parent.

Does the team need a coach?

Not really. Some teams have a coach, but most teams don’t as they don’t have separate training and there is not really time for a warm up or half time speech. Some teams have a parent that will give instructions mid game, which is fine, but many teams just have parents supporting the kids. However, someone (either a coach, TM or parent) will need to help the kids with subbing.

How does subbing work?

In junior indoor comps, the refs generally don’t need to stop play for subbing. Often a parent will have a timer to make the kids have roughly equal court time and they will just come off/on the court when called.

Is it possible to register as an individual without a team?

The cleanest way is to find a group and register as a team, however, we do help individual kids to find a team. Sometimes this is successful but it is really down to pot luck. If this applies to you, we recommend completing an expression of interest form at the top of this page and let us know a bit about your child’s age, experience etc., so we can help try to place them. If your child is under 5 or 6 and/or not very confident, you could also try our Mini Futsal program, which kids register for as individuals. The timings of this will be worked out once the competitions are locked in, but it will commence in mid October.

How do I know which is the best comp for us?

Most nights will have multiple leagues, which will usually settle after a couple of grading rounds. However if you are not sure which day to select, the best bet is to complete an EOI and we will call to discuss.

It looks like each night includes multiple age groups. Does that mean my child might be playing kids several years older or several years younger?

Most nights will have multiple divisions, which will be sorted out during early grading rounds. Before that we will gather information from new teams to help place them appropriately. Generally most games will be between teams of the same age, however we will also encourage confident and more physical teams to play up a level and the opposite to play down a level. We are more focussed on the maximum number of kids having fun, rather than sticking to strict age groups.

How does fixturing work?
In the first two to three weeks, as teams are sorted into divisions, fixtures are generally released less than a week in advance. After that, we try to release fixtures in full up until the second last round. The final round (including finals) will be based on ladder position after the second last round, therefore released less than a week prior.