The Bay Area FUNiño Soccer League is committed to developing confident, skilled, and creative young players through a fun, engaging, and development-focused environment.
We prioritize player growth by maximizing touches on the ball, encouraging decision-making, and creating a positive experience that fosters a lifelong love for the game.
Mission
10 Reasons Why Everyone Should Play FUNiño Soccer
WHAT IS FUNiño Soccer?
FUNiño is a small-sided soccer format designed specifically for child development. Instead of large teams and crowded fields, kids play in smaller groups with more opportunities to touch the ball, make decisions, and stay engaged. The game emphasizes ball movement and scoring opportunities with two small goals on each side to defend and score.
WHY FUNiño Soccer?
1. More touches = faster improvement
Every child is constantly involved.
2. Builds confidence
Kids aren’t hidden in a big team—they get chances to try, fail, and succeed.
3. Develops decision-making
Players learn how to think, not just follow instructions.
5. Age-appropriate development
Designed for how children actually learn—not just scaled-down adult soccer.
Benefits For Children
Mental Development
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Confidence building
Skill Development
Ball control
Passing
Awareness
Emotional Development
Less pressure
More enjoyment
Positive experience with sports
Physical Development
More movement
More engagement
Better coordination
Is This For Beginners?
YES, It’s actually best for beginners AND developing players because it allows for more touches and provides more opportunites to score goals. This game is often used in practices for competitive programs to improve youth soccer development.
Registration Options
We offer three simple ways to register for the Bay Area FUNiño Soccer League:
1. Register a Team – $300
Create and manage your own team. This is the preferred option to ensure continuity and a better player experience.
2. Register a Player for a Team – Free
Players may join an existing team using a team activation code provided by the coach.
3. Register as a Free Agent – Free
Individual players may register without a team. We will make every effort to place free agents on a team; however, placement is not guaranteed. This league encourages parents to build their own teams. Min 3 - Max 6 Players (U7/U8 min 4)
Important Information
All players must be assigned to a team roster in order to participate.
Teams are intentionally small (minimum 3 players) to maximize touches, playing time, and development.
We strongly encourage teams to be formed prior to registration.
Our league model is designed to:
Improve coach-to-player ratios
Provide more individual instruction and technical development
Promote team continuity and chemistry
Allow players to play with friends in a familiar environment
How to Register a Team
Access Registration
Scan the QR code or visit our registration platform (PlayMetrics).
Create an account if you do not already have one.
2. Select Team Registration
Locate the Team Registration option (top right corner).
On mobile devices, you may need to swipe to view this option.
3. Complete Payment
Team registration fee: $300
Total with taxes and fees: approximately $335
4. Share Your Team Code
After registering, you will receive a team activation code.
Share this code with your players/parents.
5. Player Registration
Players register individually using your team code.
Once approved, they will be added to your official roster.
6. Roster Approval
League administrators will review and approve all registrations.
Managing Your Team
All league communication, roster management, and updates will be handled through PlayMetrics, providing a simple and centralized experience for coaches and parents.
Registration
Registration is completed by the coach only. Coaches must submit payment at the time of registration. Team roster must be finalized and submitted one week prior to game day. All players must provide a valid student ID to verify grade level. Teams without completed registration and roster will not be eligible to participate. Teams must have a minimum of three players with maximum of six. Grades 1 & 2, must have minimum of four players with a maximum of six.
Team Fees (not player fees)
$300 - 8 Game Season
$10 - per game, per team, payed directly to the Referee (support the youth in our community)
$16 - Coach’s background check (good for one year) Payed directly to Protect Youth Sports.
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