Waikato footballers can play on the portable futsal-sized pitch being used to promote this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup.
The pitch — known as the Unity Pitch — has been taken to Hamilton for four days in mid-February, providing opportunities for junior, youth and senior players to have some fun (as well as spectators).
Main photo: One of FIFA’s Unity pitches … a chance to have a go on a portable and fun pitch. Photo credit: FIFA.
Here are the details:
Where
The colourful 15m x 25 m pitch has been located on the front lawn of The Verandah Café, Hamilton Lake Domain.
With signage around the pitch and a sound system in full flight, it provides a fun, unique experience.
How to get there
What’s on and when
Here’s the schedule for the pitch:
How to play
- 20 min game/team.
- Minimum of 5 players per team, no maximum number.
- Male or female – all welcome.
- Futsal/shoes only (no boots).
- Limited team spots available.
- Spot prizes.
