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BORN OUT OF HISTORY
INTERNATIONALLY ROOTED
LOCALLY INVESTED

Columbus Futsal is a minority-owned sports organization that houses a men's professional team, women’s professional team, accredited youth academy, and local leagues right here in Columbus.

We reach families all over Central Ohio through fun fan experience, youth training, free play and community clinics.
 

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MISSION

Our goal is to create a positive futsal culture in our city, provide safe places to play, and promote futsal in its purest form while keeping kids healthy, happy, and active.

VALUES & PRINCIPLES

INTEGRITY. IMPACT. INSPIRE.

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Play with personal integrity.

Make a positive impact.

Inspire future generations.

ABOUT US

Born out of history, internationally rooted, locally invested.


Our organization provides fun opportunities and irreplaceable experiences that will last a lifetime. From free play, to the Pros, to international playing experience, we are adding exciting fast-paced action all around Columbus!

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For over 16 years free play pick-up is our favorite way to get involved with our community and grow the game we love.

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LEADERSHIP

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PRESIDENT & CEO

MALISSA GALIFFO

Advocate for women in sports, breaking cost barriers, connecting communities, social programs, overcoming challenges and leadership skills.

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CYP Leadership Council

SBA T.H.R.I.V.E Emerging Leader Alumi
WSBA Determined Entrepreneur Graduate

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DIRECTOR OF FUTSAL

DANTE GARCIA

Advocate for mental health, free play initiatives, cultural immersion, technique, freedom, creativity and love of the game.



USYF National Staff Coach
United Futsal NTC Coach
Crew Academy Network Scout

OUR STORY

 

Established in 2006, Columbus Futsal was born on concrete. What originally started as a street soccer pick-up group evolved into the organization we are today. Highly influenced by entrepreneurial immigrant parents and grandparents, culture and passion thrives throughout the club. Year after year, pick-up games still remain as our favorite way to be involved with the community and share the sport we love. 

 

We continue to grow focused on integrity, impact and inspiration. Our programs are built on principles to take you from first kick to first team. From a four-year-old showing up to their first Start Smart Futsal class to suiting up for the US National Team, each athlete has a unique pathway to develop both on and off the court. 

 

By pioneering futsal in this opportunity city, we have forever changed the scene for both athletes and sports enthusiasts for generations to come.


Simply put, we “Play How the World Plays!

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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MEDIA

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Dec 8, 2022

Via Greater Columbus Sports Commission

Viáfara Brings Passion, Experience to Columbus Futsal's Women's Team

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Jan 21, 2018

Via Massive Report

Columbus Futsal adds a bit of flair to ‘The Beautiful Game’

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Apr 8, 2017

Via ISN SOCCER

Ohio is Now the Futsal Capital Thanks to Columbus Futsal Club and Futsal Copa North America

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