Welcome to The Third Annual Colorado Futsal Championships!

Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club is excited to host the third annual Colorado Futsal Championships from January 24th to 26th, 2025 at the Colorado Convention Center. Do you have what it takes to compete against the best futsal teams from the Western United States? All futsal teams are invited to show off their skills with the best competition you can find in the Mountain West.
This event series is our open platform that provides competition for any club or team(s) that would like to participate! We look forward to hosting you for season three of the Colorado Futsal Championships in Denver, CO! These events are first come, first served. Once divisions are full, registration will close. Please find more information below, including our tournament locations, registration links, pricing and more.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact our Tournament Director at [email protected].
- Who? 8U-18U Boys & Girls (2017-2007)
- Adult Division: Open Division is NEW in ’25!
- When? January 24th – 26th, 2025.
- Where? Colorado Convention Center
- Games? 4 games guaranteed!
- Cost? $1,200 per team
- Group Discount: Bring 5+ Teams & Qualify for a discount!
- Registration Close? Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
- Rosters Submitted By? Tuesday, January 7th, 2025
- Schedule Release? Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
Purchse Your Weekend Admission Pass Below!
Spectators are required to purchase admission tickets to enter the event. Two ticket options are available:
Option 1: One-Day Pass: $10 | Perfect if you’re attending for a single day.
Option 2: Weekend Pass: $15 | Best value if you plan to attend all matches throughout the weekend.
Tournament Resource Hub
Click through the tabs below to find information critical to our tournament weekend.
The Colorado Futsal Championship is the perfect off-season event for teams to keep playing and prepare for Spring season against top competition.
4 Reasons To Choose the CFC This January:
1. Top-Notch Customer Support: Teams are provided weekly updates, tutorial videos, and step-by-step walkthroughs for coaches/managers.
2. Multi-Team Conflict Guarantee: We guarantee ALL coaches with 2 teams will have ZERO conflicts & play games at the same facility!
3. Facility Quality & Proximity: The Colorado Convention Center is the highest-quality indoor facility in Colorado, conveniently located in central Denver, making attending the event easy.
4. High-Level Division For Spring: The event offers top competition for teams to continue their development in the offseason before Spring.
General Event Details & Critical Event Timeline
Teams should register and play according to the 2024 Fall season. We will follow US Soccer’s Age Group Guidelines based on birth year.
Age Groups:
- This tournament is for 8U-17U Boys & Girls (2017-2008).
Team Registration:
- We recommend a team of 8-10 players with an established Primary Coach for all three days. Coaches or Team Managers can take the lead in registering the team and collecting fees from the interested players.
Early Bird Registration & Registration Deadlines:
- FINAL Registration Deadline is Thursday, December 19th, 2024
- Teams waitlisted will be notified of their acceptance into the event no later than one week after registration closes.
- Early Registration pricing ends November 30th, 2024
- $100 Late Fee will be assessed to all registrations submitted on December 1st – December 19th
Payment Process:
- Payment is NOT processed when you submit your application!
- Payments will begin being processed after registration closes
- All payments will be completed within 10 days of registration closing
- Payment Methods Accepted:
- Credit Card & Debit Card
Schedule Information:
- Schedules release will be Friday, January 10th, 2025.
- Teams will have 24 hours to review schedules and request changes, all changes are subject to staff authorization and no guarantees can be made.
- If you have any special requests, please reach out early and let us know! We will do our best to accommodate you, but we cannot make any guarantees.
- Example: “Our team is driving from Vail, please do not schedule us later than 5 PM and earlier than 9 AM”
Expected Locations for Teams:
- Colorado Convention Center – Hall E
Projected Times of Games:
- Friday, January 24th, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, January 25th, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, January 25th, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Roster Requirements
3-Step Roster Approval Process
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Build Your Event Roster into GotSport.
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- All teams must build their roster within the GotSport Roster Builder located in your team’s Event Roster tab in your GotSport Account.
- You can add and subtract players, coaches, etc., through this system.
- Click HERE to watch – “How to Build Your Team Roster in GotSport”
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- There are NO exceptions to this. PDF rosters will NOT be accepted.
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Wait For Your Approved Roster to Be Approved & Emailed to you.
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- Once you have built your roster in GotSport, the Tournament Staff will review rosters.
- Once verified, Staff will put a RED STAMP on the UPPER RIGHT corner of the PDF.
- Once it has been stamped, the team coach & manager will be emailed the approved roster.
- As long as your roster in this email is correct, you DO NOT need to respond.
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- If the roster you receive via email is INCORRECT, please contact staff immediately!
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- Teams Who Submitted A Guest Player Form:
- The survey you completed is made into a “Proof of Guest Player Approval” document.
- This document will be stamped & included in the email with your Roster.
- Teams will receive an approved roster no later than Thursday, August 7th, 2025!
- Teams Who Submitted A Guest Player Form:
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Prepare Documents For Team Check-In.
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- A Team Rep MUST check in at the Event HQ at your facility before your first game!
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- Your “Team Rep” can be the coach, assistant coach, or team manager.
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- You will need to show proof of approved PDF forms via an electronic device!
- Save PDF files to your phone! (Google Drive, Apple Files Drive, Etc.)
- Or… pull up the email that contained your approved roster PDF.
- Check-In Google Form:
- You will complete a quick 1-min Google Form that will complete your check-in process.
- A QR code will be at the HQ Tent for you to scan or;
- A tablet will be at the HQ Tent for you to use & complete the form.
- You will need to show proof of approved PDF forms via an electronic device!
Laws/Rules [2025 UPDATE COMING SOON]
United Futsal follows all FIFA rules with the exception of the distribution. According to the FIFA laws of the game, the goalkeeper can always throw the ball over half even on restart.
At United Futsal events, if the ball goes out of bounds on the end, the goalkeeper must either have the ball touch his half or a player has to touch it before it clears the halfway line in order to restart the game. In the event that no one touches it and it goes directly into the attacking half, our referees are instructed to call for an indirect free-kick at the center of the court.
In many youth leagues around the world, it is common that the goalkeeper must restart on his half to avoid the typical “long ball” game and encourage players to come out of the back.
CSA Referee Information
**Under NO circumstances are spectators, coaches, or players allowed to verbally or physically abuse referees. Any unacceptable behavior will result in your removal from our facilities, which will include a points deduction for your team.**
We have partnered with Tournament Housing Services (THS) to handle our housing needs. Teams and families in need of overnight accommodations are encouraged to Stay & Save by booking through our official housing service. THS offers access to exclusive, discounted hotel options conveniently located near the tournament playing sites. With legendary customer support, THS is certain to deliver a seamless housing experience while you Stay, Play, and Save!
Contact THS with any housing questions:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 908-979-0928
- Toll-Free: 888-536-8326
STAY and SAVE with THS to take advantage of the benefits below and so much more. Here are the 6 major benefits of booking with THS:
- Real-Time Hotel Availability
- Lowest Rate Guarantee
- No Hidden Booking Fees
- Flexible Cancellations & Change Policies
- Team-Friendly Group Block Tools
- Day of Arrival & Post Event Support
- General
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The Colorado Futsal Championship is the perfect off-season event for teams to keep playing and prepare for Spring season against top competition.
4 Reasons To Choose the CFC This January:
1. Top-Notch Customer Support: Teams are provided weekly updates, tutorial videos, and step-by-step walkthroughs for coaches/managers.
2. Multi-Team Conflict Guarantee: We guarantee ALL coaches with 2 teams will have ZERO conflicts & play games at the same facility!
3. Facility Quality & Proximity: The Colorado Convention Center is the highest-quality indoor facility in Colorado, conveniently located in central Denver, making attending the event easy.
4. High-Level Division For Spring: The event offers top competition for teams to continue their development in the offseason before Spring.
- Details & Timeline
-
General Event Details & Critical Event Timeline
Teams should register and play according to the 2024 Fall season. We will follow US Soccer’s Age Group Guidelines based on birth year.
Age Groups:
- This tournament is for 8U-17U Boys & Girls (2017-2008).
Team Registration:
- We recommend a team of 8-10 players with an established Primary Coach for all three days. Coaches or Team Managers can take the lead in registering the team and collecting fees from the interested players.
Early Bird Registration & Registration Deadlines:
- FINAL Registration Deadline is Thursday, December 19th, 2024
- Teams waitlisted will be notified of their acceptance into the event no later than one week after registration closes.
- Early Registration pricing ends November 30th, 2024
- $100 Late Fee will be assessed to all registrations submitted on December 1st – December 19th
Payment Process:
- Payment is NOT processed when you submit your application!
- Payments will begin being processed after registration closes
- All payments will be completed within 10 days of registration closing
- Payment Methods Accepted:
- Credit Card & Debit Card
Schedule Information:
- Schedules release will be Friday, January 10th, 2025.
- Teams will have 24 hours to review schedules and request changes, all changes are subject to staff authorization and no guarantees can be made.
- If you have any special requests, please reach out early and let us know! We will do our best to accommodate you, but we cannot make any guarantees.
- Example: “Our team is driving from Vail, please do not schedule us later than 5 PM and earlier than 9 AM”
Expected Locations for Teams:
- Colorado Convention Center – Hall E
Projected Times of Games:
- Friday, January 24th, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, January 25th, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, January 25th, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Roster Requirements
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Roster Requirements
3-Step Roster Approval Process
-
Build Your Event Roster into GotSport.
-
-
- All teams must build their roster within the GotSport Roster Builder located in your team’s Event Roster tab in your GotSport Account.
- You can add and subtract players, coaches, etc., through this system.
- Click HERE to watch – “How to Build Your Team Roster in GotSport”
-
- There are NO exceptions to this. PDF rosters will NOT be accepted.
-
Wait For Your Approved Roster to Be Approved & Emailed to you.
-
-
- Once you have built your roster in GotSport, the Tournament Staff will review rosters.
- Once verified, Staff will put a RED STAMP on the UPPER RIGHT corner of the PDF.
- Once it has been stamped, the team coach & manager will be emailed the approved roster.
- As long as your roster in this email is correct, you DO NOT need to respond.
-
- If the roster you receive via email is INCORRECT, please contact staff immediately!
-
- Teams Who Submitted A Guest Player Form:
- The survey you completed is made into a “Proof of Guest Player Approval” document.
- This document will be stamped & included in the email with your Roster.
- Teams will receive an approved roster no later than Thursday, August 7th, 2025!
- Teams Who Submitted A Guest Player Form:
-
Prepare Documents For Team Check-In.
-
-
- A Team Rep MUST check in at the Event HQ at your facility before your first game!
-
- Your “Team Rep” can be the coach, assistant coach, or team manager.
-
- You will need to show proof of approved PDF forms via an electronic device!
- Save PDF files to your phone! (Google Drive, Apple Files Drive, Etc.)
- Or… pull up the email that contained your approved roster PDF.
- Check-In Google Form:
- You will complete a quick 1-min Google Form that will complete your check-in process.
- A QR code will be at the HQ Tent for you to scan or;
- A tablet will be at the HQ Tent for you to use & complete the form.
- You will need to show proof of approved PDF forms via an electronic device!
-
- Laws of the Game / Rules
-
Laws/Rules [2025 UPDATE COMING SOON]
United Futsal follows all FIFA rules with the exception of the distribution. According to the FIFA laws of the game, the goalkeeper can always throw the ball over half even on restart.
At United Futsal events, if the ball goes out of bounds on the end, the goalkeeper must either have the ball touch his half or a player has to touch it before it clears the halfway line in order to restart the game. In the event that no one touches it and it goes directly into the attacking half, our referees are instructed to call for an indirect free-kick at the center of the court.
In many youth leagues around the world, it is common that the goalkeeper must restart on his half to avoid the typical “long ball” game and encourage players to come out of the back.
- Refereeing
-
CSA Referee Information
**Under NO circumstances are spectators, coaches, or players allowed to verbally or physically abuse referees. Any unacceptable behavior will result in your removal from our facilities, which will include a points deduction for your team.**
- Lodging
-
We have partnered with Tournament Housing Services (THS) to handle our housing needs. Teams and families in need of overnight accommodations are encouraged to Stay & Save by booking through our official housing service. THS offers access to exclusive, discounted hotel options conveniently located near the tournament playing sites. With legendary customer support, THS is certain to deliver a seamless housing experience while you Stay, Play, and Save!
Contact THS with any housing questions:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 908-979-0928
- Toll-Free: 888-536-8326
STAY and SAVE with THS to take advantage of the benefits below and so much more. Here are the 6 major benefits of booking with THS:
- Real-Time Hotel Availability
- Lowest Rate Guarantee
- No Hidden Booking Fees
- Flexible Cancellations & Change Policies
- Team-Friendly Group Block Tools
- Day of Arrival & Post Event Support
Roster Rules & Required Forms
We understand that many teams attending our soccer tournament may be doing so for the first time. To ensure all teams have clear instructions and all the help they need, we have outlined all roster and document requirements in this section. Any questions that may not be answered in this section can be found in our Rules & Regulations.
Team Roster Requirements
- All teams and players are to register by Calendar Year.
- Example: For the Spring 2025 season, a 2012 birth year = U13
- ALL Teams: All are required to build a roster within GotSport’s Roster Builder.
Medical Release Form
Medical Release Form (USYS) – Click Here
- Teams are NOT required to submit medical forms into GotSport.
- All teams have agreed (in their registration) to provide proof of Medical Forms at Check-In on-site.
- All teams must have proof of medical release forms for all players in printed or digital (PDF) form.
- All non-Rapids Youth Soccer teams MUST bring their medical forms to Check-In.
- All Rapids Youth Soccer (CRYSC) teams DO NOT need to bring forms as we already have them on file.
Guest Player Rules & Forms
Guest Player Google Form (CRYSC Tournaments) – Click Here
(Only needed if your team brings guest players who are NOT on your approved roster within GotSport.)
- CLICK: Please review our full “CRYSC Tournaments Guest Player Policy”
- Complete the Google survey form linked below for your guest players!
- We are NO LONGER doing PDF or paper Guest Forms.
- Max Guest Players: 30% Of The Roster Max
- Example: 10 players x 30% = 3 -> 3 Guests MAX
- Certain circumstances can be approved based on requests to tournament staff.
Refund Policy
We understand that circumstances may arise that could prevent participants from attending our soccer tournament. To ensure clarity and fairness, we have established a refund policy. The following processes will be followed regarding any refunds and which circumstances allow for refunds:
Team Withdrawl
Teams withdrawing from the tournament BEFORE the registration deadline will receive a 100% refund of their registration fees. If a team withdraws from the event AFTER tournament brackets have been released, they will not receive a refund.
Weather-Related Refund Policy
- 80% refund – The event is canceled entirely due to weather or any other external forces.
- 60% refund – If only 1 game is played of the 4 guaranteed games.
- 40% refund – If only 2 games are played of the 4 guaranteed games.
- 20% refund – If only 3 games are played of the 4 guaranteed games.
- 0% refund – If all guaranteed games have been played.
Force Majeure Clause
In the event of unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters, government restrictions, or other force majeure events, that result in the cancellation of the tournament or prevent a team’s participation, the organizers reserve the right to determine the refund policy on a case-by-case basis.
Non-Refundable Circumstances
For a tournament in progress (dates of the planned event), in the event of rain, snow, or acts of God, the tournament director can reduce game lengths or call matches at/past halftime as final scores. No refunds will be given if any of the following criteria are met:
- Late Withdrawl: A team withdraws after tournament brackets have been released.
- Forfeits: A team decides to forfeit a game, giving them less than the guaranteed minimum of played games.
- Incomplete Teams: If a team is unable to participate due to an insufficient number of players or other team-related issues, no refund will be issued.
- Disqualification: Any team that is disqualified from a tournament due to rule violations, unsportsmanlike conduct, or other breaches of rules forfeits their right to a refund.
- Refund Request Beyond Designated Period: Refund requests submitted within the designated 30-day window outlined in the tournament refund policy may not be honored. Adherence to deadlines is crucial for the efficient and fair administration of refund processes.
Tournament Facilities | Pinned Locations for Directions
Colorado Convention Center
- The tournament will be hosted in Hall E.
- Use the map to the right for directions!
Parking Information:
- Although parking in and around downtown Denver and the Convention Center can be challenging, there are numerous parking garages and lots other than our own.
- Click here for additional Parking Information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Futsal is an exciting, fast-paced small-sided soccer game that is widely played across the world.
The nature of the game places a large emphasis on technical skill and ability in situations of high pressure, and is subsequently an excellent breeding ground for soccer competencies that can be translated into the 11-a-side format of the game.
Many of the top world class soccer players played Futsal in their youth and credit it with supporting their soccer development; players of the caliber of Pele, Zico, Ronaldinho, Kaka, Messi, and Ronaldo to name just a few legends.
Ronaldinho once stated that, “Futsal is an extremely important way for kids to develop their skills and understanding of the game.”.
While traditional Futsal is played on a hard court surface, we decided on synthetic turf vs. hard court flooring for our fields for a few reasons.
- We wanted the facility to be accessible to all ages and ability levels. With synthetic turf, the ball will roll slightly slower allowing for better control at all ages.
- The cushioned ground will be safer for both players and goalkeepers; and
- We will be using the fields in-season for our competitive teams limiting the number and types of shoes our players need to purchase.
Futsal is an exciting, fast-paced small-sided soccer game that is widely played across the world.
The nature of the game places a large emphasis on technical skill and ability in situations of high pressure, and is subsequently an excellent breeding ground for soccer competencies that can be translated into the 11-a-side format of the game.
Many of the top world class soccer players played Futsal in their youth and credit it with supporting their soccer development; players of the caliber of Pele, Zico, Ronaldinho, Kaka, Messi, and Ronaldo to name just a few legends.
Ronaldinho once stated that, “Futsal is an extremely important way for kids to develop their skills and understanding of the game.”.
While traditional Futsal is played on a hard court surface, we decided on synthetic turf vs. hard court flooring for our fields for a few reasons.
- We wanted the facility to be accessible to all ages and ability levels. With synthetic turf, the ball will roll slightly slower allowing for better control at all ages.
- The cushioned ground will be safer for both players and goalkeepers; and
- We will be using the fields in-season for our competitive teams limiting the number and types of shoes our players need to purchase.
Futsal and small-sided soccer is an effective development tool that is quickly replacing the conventional US walled indoor soccer game.
Small-sided soccer creates honesty within the game, providing isolation of individual talent and technique. It will isolate and expose a team and player’s deficiencies. It will also showcase a player and team’s strengths. The game is fast and numerous finishing opportunities are offered when played well. Technical and tactical speeds are emphasized. A bad touch or a slow recovery will almost always result with a loss of possession. Quite frequently the lesson is driven home with a goal scored by the opposition. These lessons learned hard are not easily forgotten. The satisfying thing about small-sided soccer is that lessons are quickly learned and that players readily adjust themselves to the game’s demands. Coaching clinicians have often stressed that the game is the best teacher. By putting players in learning situations, the results of the decisions and their technical execution will educate them with a minimum of coaching involvement.
Players should wear futsal shoes only. Black-soled shoes will not be allowed.
All players should bring their current kits for the clubs (both colors – home and away) to the games.