New U19 - Performance Squad - 2022/2023

New U19 - Performance Squad - 2022/2023

This season we started a new project to provide an opportunity for U14-U19 boys and girls to have a futsal experience. Our main goal was to provide that opportunity to our local young players as we are aware not many options to play the game exist in our area. We managed to get the support of Local Giving with their Magic Little Grand and that allowed us kick start the project.

We can now say that the group has been growing and developing on a fun and open environment and that still have space for more new young players that would like to be involved with us.

 

Youth Futsal returns to North Bucks!

Youth Futsal returns to North Bucks!

Exciting news! The Department for Digital Culture, Media and Sport has approved The FA 'return to play' proposal for Youth indoor activities for those under the age of 18.

MK Mavericks are currently working with venue providers to agree on a return to coaching sessions and gameplay, and are delighted to announce our partnership with The Cottesloe Sports Hub to deliver Fri Night Futsal, starting on Fri 06th November after Beds, Bucks and MK half-term return to school. Running for 6 weeks our aim is to get players back on the court in a safe, fun environment and enjoying sport across our region, as the nights and winter weather draw in! Unfortunately, we are still unable to identify a suitable Central MK venue which is open and available to indoor sport to re-commence our work with the Youth of MK. 
 
Fri Night Futsal will cover the following age groups:
  • Wildcat Girls & Mini-Mavericks Boys ages 5-8yrs 17.30-18.30
  • Pokemon Boys & Girls ages 9-11yrs 18.30-19.30
  • Mavericks Futsal Development Centre Boys & Girls ages 12-15yrrs 19.30-20.30
Sessions run for 6 weeks @ £5 per session.
To secure your place and get back on the court contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 07526 249667
 
 

MK Mavericks Futsal Mid-Season Review

The 1st half of an eventful season, featuring in the inaugural FA National Futsal Series (FA NFS) draws to a close, as MK Mavericks Senior squad recover from a break in the fixture list and prepare for the 1st round of the FA Futsal Cup (Vs Sporting Southend @Essex University on Sun 16/02). The squad are getting back into fixture time, fielding youth players and new signings from the January transfer window, to experiment combinations against development sides from Northampton Lions and Birmingham Futsal Club.

Fixtures have been completed against London powerhouse clubs Genesis, Escolla and Chelsea, travelling further afield to Sussex and closer to home for Bedford. The highlight of the round included a thrilling 3-3 against Futsal royalty Baku United, coming from behind three times to secure a well-earned draw demonstrate the character of the group. Mavericks home round was successfully hosted @Stantonbury on Sun 17/11, with three high scoring matches playing out, the squad pulled together to deliver a first-class event, the first of its kind in MK & North Bucks!

New players were signed during the January transfer window, among them two Mavericks youth players, Dan Hosier and Keiron Mobbs. New signings Mikey McCormack, Aafaq Hussain and Harrison Mills, all from MK College, strengthen more links with Further Education and bring the number of College players to 5 in the Senior squad. Several coaches and players are on their coaching journey, completing (or well on the way to achieving) Futsal and Football coaching qualifications. Links with MK College in the Association of Colleges (AOC) programme, MK Dons SET in the Community and launching the pilot MK & North Bucks Youth Futsal League - mean more opportunities for players to participate and continuing to grow the game across our region!

FA NFS action starts again with the 2nd half of the season on Sun 23/02 v Escolla in what is sure to be another explosive encounter against the current league leaders! Find out more about the Club and how to get involved in Futsal across our region, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 07526 249667 for further information.



 

Return to Futsal 2020/21 update

Return to Futsal 2020/21 update

In line with the latest guidance for the Grassroots game, at this stage, indoor football and futsal is not permitted. The FA will look to work with indoor facility providers to develop appropriate guidance for indoor formats as soon as possible. MK Mavericks are currently planning for 2020/21 Youth Futsal, Young Adult and Community Futsal provision, whilst Seniors (Men 16+) now have the opportunity to train outdoors inline the FA's phased return (published 17/07/20). Any return to the court will only happen once Clubs and facility providers have completed the necessary risk assessments and comprehensive plans are in place.  For queries or information on proposed activities, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 07526 249667
 
The FA's current recommended phased return proposal:
 
Until 31 July – When ready, you can begin competitive training, with the overall group size (inclusive of coaches) being limited to 30 people;

From August – Competitive matches to begin, for example pre-season fixtures, festivals and small sided football competitions;

From September – Grassroots leagues, men’s National League System, Women’s Football Pyramid tiers 3 to 6, and FA Competitions can commence.

A summary of key points for consideration (from FA guidelines):

- Everyone should self-assess for COVID-19 symptoms before every training session or match. If you are symptomatic or living in a household with possible or actual COVID-19 infection you must not participate or attend;

- Clubs and facility providers should ensure that their facility is compliant with current Government legislation and guidance related to COVID-19;

- Competitive training is now permitted, with groups limited to a maximum of 30 people, including coaches;

- Competitive match play is permitted, with social distancing in place before and after the match, and in any breaks in play;

- Players and officials should sanitise hands before and after a game as well as scheduled breaks throughout a game or training session;

- Ball handling should be kept to a minimum with most contact via a boot and the ball disinfected in breaks of play;

- Youth football coaches are encouraged to limit persistent close proximity of participants during match play and training;

- Goal celebrations should be avoided;

- Equipment should not be shared, and goalkeepers should ensure they disinfect their gloves regularly in breaks in training or matches and thoroughly afterwards. Where possible, coaches should only handle equipment in training;

- Where possible, players, coaches and officials should arrive changed and shower at home. Use of changing and shower facilities must follow government advice on the use of indoor facilities;

- Participants should follow best practice for travel including minimising use of public transport and walking or cycling if possible. People from a household or support bubble can travel together in a vehicle

- Clubs should keep a record of attendees at a match or training session, including contact details, to support NHS Test and Trace;

- Clubs should ensure they are affiliated with their County Football Association (MK Mavericks Futsal Club are affiliated to Berks & Bucks FA)

 James Kendall, Director of Football Development at The FA, said:

We are delighted that the Government has given the go-ahead for competitive grassroots football to return. The past few months have been some of the most challenging times not just for football, but across society, and today’s news will be welcomed by the grassroots football community all over the country.

Now that we are able to look ahead to the new season, it’s crucial that we continue to do all we can to follow safety measures, both as advised by the government and specifically for football.

I would encourage anyone returning to competitive grassroots football to take the time to read this guidance, prepare thoroughly and to adopt our recommended approach to phasing football back in. I would also like to thank you for playing your vital part in helping our great game to get going again.

MK & North Bucks Youth Futsal League 2020!

MK Mavericks are proud to announce the launch of our regions 1st Youth Futsal League, delivering a provision to MK & North Bucks. Leagues for U11/12 and U13/14 boys will commence 31st January 2020, the format will be Fri night game time, running alternate weeks covering five fixtures! Spaces are limited, so make sure you secure your spot, get out of the cold & come indoors, and avoid missing out on the Futsal evolution sweeping across our region. Regular coaching sessions will continue and the next steps in the League will aim to include different age groups and female teams. Register your interest now! Call 07526 249667 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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