Competitions

At Ipswich Futsal, we offer open gender social competitions to all age groups. When multiple divisions are present in an age group (i.e. seniors), we are able to grade our competitions to accommodate players of different skill and physical ability.

For our U6/7, U8/9 and U10/11 age groups, all games are non-competitive, meaning results aren’t publicly displayed. All other age groups/divisions are competitive, meaning match results will be published once the season proper starts.

REGO & FEE INFO

Senior Divisions Information

Senior A

Senior A will be the highest senior opens division, with the competition intended for high level futsal teams looking to pit themselves against the best teams Ipswich Futsal has to offer.

  • Night played: Monday
  • Potential kick off times: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
  • Friendlies start: Monday April 8
  • Season proper starts: Monday April 29
  • Normal fixtures end: Monday August 12
  • Grand final: Monday August 26
  • Public holidays/days off: Monday May 6
Senior B

Senior B is the second highest senior opens division, intended primarily for mid level teams and players, or mid-to-high level teams and players which aren’t quite Senior A level. For example, most mid division Metro outdoor teams will feel right at home in Senior B.

  • Night played: Monday
  • Potential kick off times: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
  • Friendlies start: Monday April 8
  • Season proper starts: Monday April 29
  • Normal fixtures end: Monday August 12
  • Grand final: Monday August 26
  • Public holidays/days off: Monday May 6
Senior C

Senior C, our third senior opens division, is our most popular division, well suited for a wide range of low-to-mid level teams. Usually there are enough teams in Senior C to split it into at least two separate divisions after grading games. Some grading games may be played against teams that nominated for Senior Social.

  • Night played: Tuesday
  • Potential kick off times: 5:50pm – 9:10pm
  • Friendlies start: Tuesday April 9
  • Season proper starts: Tuesday April 30
  • Normal fixtures end: Tuesday August 13
  • Grand final: Tuesday August 27
  • Public holidays/days off: N/A
Senior Social

Senior Social, our fourth senior opens division, is well suited for those just starting out at futsal or football, or those looking for a far less competitive futsal experience. Some grading games may be played against teams that nominated for Senior C.

  • Night played: Tuesday
  • Potential kick off times: 5:50pm – 9:10pm
  • Friendlies start: Tuesday April 9
  • Season proper starts: Tuesday April 30
  • Normal fixtures end: Tuesday August 13
  • Grand final: Tuesday August 27
  • Public holidays/days off: N/A

Junior Age Groups Information

U14/15 (DOB 2010 or 2009)

Competitive age group for players turning 14 or 15 in the year the competition starts (DOB 2009 or 2008). Currently only runs during summer season.

U12/13 (DOB 2012 or 2011)

Competitive age group for players turning 12 or 13 in the year the competition starts (DOB 2011 or 2010). Currently only runs during summer season.

U10/11 (DOB 2014 or 2013)

Non-competitive age group for players turning 10 or 11 in the year the competition starts (DOB 2013 or 2012). Currently only runs during summer season.

U8/9 (DOB 2016 or 2015)

Non-competitive age group for players turning 8 or 9 in the year the competition starts (DOB 2015 or 2014). Currently only runs during summer season.

U6/7 (DOB 2018 or 2017)

Non-competitive age group for players turning 6 or 7 in the year the competition starts (DOB 2016 or 2017). Currently only runs during summer season.

Nights/Days Played

Monday Tuesday
Senior A/B Senior C
Senior Social

 

Potential Game Times

The following table gives a good indication of the range of possible kick off times in each division. These may vary depending on team numbers for each division.

Competition Day Kick off Times
Senior A/B
Monday 6:30pm-8:30pm
Senior C
Tuesday 5:50pm-9:10pm
Senior Social
Tuesday 5:50pm-9:10pm

 

Season Start & End Dates

Age Group/Season Grading Games Season Proper Final Round Grand Final
Senior A/B Monday April 8 Monday April 29 Monday August 12 Monday August 26
Senior C & Social Tuesday April 9 Tuesday April 30 Tuesday August 13 Tuesday August 27

Age Groups

Age & Age Group Eligibility

A players age is based on how old the player will be on 31 December in the year in which the comp started.

  • Example:  If the season starts in October, and on 31 December in the year the season starts the player is aged 11, then the player will be in the U10/11 age group
Comps starting in 2024
Age Group Player Age Year of Birth
U6/7 6, 7 2018, 2017
U8/9 8, 9 2016, 2015
U10/11 10, 11 2014, 2013
U12/13 12, 13 2012, 2011
U14/15 14, 15 2010, 2009
Youth 16 – 20 2004 – 2008
Seniors &
Youth
16 and over 2008 and older
Comps starting in 2025
Age Group Player Age Year of Birth
U6/7 6, 7 2019, 2018
U8/9 8, 9 2017, 2016
U10/11 10, 11 2015, 2014
U12/13 12, 13 2013, 2012
U14/15 14, 15 2011, 2010
Youth 16 – 20 2005 – 2009
Seniors &
Youth
16 and over 2009 and older

Competition Rules

All Ipswich Futsal social competitions are run in accordance with the latest Ipswich Futsal Competition By-Laws & Regulations. You can view the full competition by-laws here.

Here’s all the important rules you need to know:

Player Registrations

All players who take the court must be registered on Squadi. Exemptions may only be granted if:

  • The player is a trialist, that is, playing their first game in the current registration period
  • The player has shown they are experiencing technical difficulties registering on Squadi

Fielding an unregistered player without a valid exemption will result in a 6-0 forfeit loss against the offending team.

Team Nominations

All teams must complete the team nomination form before taking the court. If the team nomination form is not working, the manager may email their team nomination to info@ipswichfutsal.com.au.

Players can be added to, or removed from, a team throughout the season at the front counter, or by emailing info@ipswichfutsal.com.au.

Players can only be nominated to one team per division. All requests for an exemption must be emailed to info@ipswichfutsal.com.au.

Divisional Overlap

In any given competitive game, a team can field at most two players that are members of a team from a higher division. This includes fill ins.

In some cases, an exemption to this rule may be granted. All requests for an exemption must be emailed to info@ipswichfutsal.com.au at least 24 hours before the game.

Match Sheets

The names of all team members will be printed on their team’s match sheet.

Each player (including fill ins) must sign the match sheet.

If the team has shirt numbers, they are encouraged to also write the shirt numbers of each player on the match sheet. Only goals scored by members of the team (i.e. not fill ins) with a shirt number will count towards the division’s golden boot award.

A team will incur a 6-0 forfeit loss if:

  • They have less than three team members signed on the match sheet. This can be fixed up after the game if players/teams forget to complete the match sheet.
  • A player is found to have deliberately impersonated another player on the match sheet

The names of all fill ins must be handwritten on the match sheet. Fill ins acquired just before kick off or mid game can be added to the match sheet after the game.

Fill Ins

The following rules regarding fill ins only apply to competitive age groups & divisions.

A team must not play with more than six players when they have fill ins playing for them. That is;

  • 3 team members: 3 fill ins allowed
  • 4 team members: 2 fill ins allowed
  • 5 team members: 1 fill in allowed
  • 6 or more team members: 0 fill ins allowed

If a team member arrives late and makes 7 players including fill ins, one of the fill ins must stop playing for the team.

All fill ins must sign the match sheet for each match they participate in.

Fill in players cannot play in goals, unless an administrator provides an exemption. An administrator can only provide an exemption to this rule if they deem the fill in will provide equal or less advantage to the requesting team as a goalkeeper as opposed to not playing goalkeeper.

A team must not acquire any fill ins for finals matches. All requests for an exemption must be emailed to info@ipswichfutsal.com.au at least 24 hours before the game.

Forfeit Penalties

Teams that forfeit will be charged double the following week (i.e. $24 per player) if:

  • They give less than 1 week’s notice, and
  • None of their players show up for the game.

If at least one team member shows up to play, the team will avoid paying double the following week. We can arrange for fill ins to make up the numbers.

Please note that if only 1 or 2 team members show up, the game will still be recorded as a forfeit. However as stated above, the team would avoid financial penalty.

Age Groups

Teams must not field any overage players, or any players from more than one age group below, unless they have an exemption.

All requests for an exemption must be emailed to info@ipswichfutsal.com.au.

Finals Eligibility

All players who partake in finals must

  • Be registered on Squadi
  • Be fully financial
  • Be a member of the team
  • Have played at least one third (rounded down) of their team’s matches prior to finals. Matches will only be counted to a player’s total if they have signed the match sheet.

Teams can request an exemption to the above, however any player must still be registered and fully financial.

Player Clothing & Equipment

All players must wear shinpads. Shinpads and socks are sold at the canteen.

All players must wear non-marking shoes. That is, shoes with no studs and shoes that leave no tread marks on the floor. The majority of joggers and canvas shoes will be acceptable, however we highly recommend purchasing futsal shoes from a sports outlet.

Players on the same team need to wear shirts of matching colour. In case of colour clashes, numbered bibs will be provided.

Optionally, teams can wear numbered shirts. Only goals scored by team members (i.e. not fill ins) with a shirt number will count towards each division’s golden boot award.

Laws of the Game

Ipswich Futsal competitions adhere to the FIFA Futsal Laws of the Game with the following variations:

  • There is no stop clock
  • Players need to stand behind the yellow line in their own half at kick off
  • Players can only substitute behind the yellow line in their own half, unless there is a prolonged stoppage in play (e.g. injury)
  • Slide tackles are not permitted, and punishable by a direct free kick or penalty
  • Referees have the option to sin bin a player for dissent

Unless stated otherwise, all Ipswich Futsal competitions are open gender, meaning there are no restrictions on the gender of players that take part.

Yellow Cards

Any player who receives four yellow cards across all competitions in any one season will incur a one match suspension.

Any player who receives six yellow cards across all competitions in any one season will incur a two match suspension.

Any player who receives eight yellow cards in any one season will incur a three match suspension and may be called to show cause.

A sin bin is a yellow card offence which is also punished by being removed from the game for two minutes.

Red Cards & Suspensions

A player shown a red card will be suspended for a minimum of one match.

Suspensions apply across all divisions until they have served it in the division they got red carded in.

Red cards and suspensions can be appealed, which if considered, will carry a $50 appeal fee. All appeal requests must be emailed to info@ipswichfutsal.com.au.

Appendix A in the by-laws contains the Table of Offences and minimum/maximum suspension lengths.