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Grind City Futsal Selected to Participate in Season Three of United Futsal’s Champions Cup Series
Memphis, TN (August 22, 2023) Grind City Futsal, a rising star in the world of youth futsal, has been chosen as one of the 32 distinguished clubs to participate in Season Three of the Champions Cup Series for 2023-2024.
Established in late 2021, Grind City Futsal emerged with a resolute mission – to provide an avenue for local competitive players to refine their skills during the off-season. The club's coaching staff, led by Rafa Rodriguez, Antonio Wagner, Renato Moral, and Danny Dragunaitis, instill a culture of growth, hard-work, and dedication among their players, which has led to the quick success of Grind City Futsal within its short lifespan.
"Our club’s vision is to be a reliable and complete resource for high-level futsal programming in Tennessee and within the United States,” said Head Coach Rafa Rodriguez. “United Futsal not only offers quality competition, a variety of events, and an incredible tournament platform, but it also serves as an educational platform to help advance and grow the knowledge of both our coaching staff and athletes.”
Grind City Futsal's vision revolves around being a cornerstone for premier futsal programming within the country, emphasizing player commitment, emotional growth, competition exposure, and a strong sense of community. Their decision to participate in the Champions Cup Series program for the third consecutive year underscores their dedication to elevating the sport's status in the nation.
"We are excited to be part of the Champions Cup Series once again,” said Rodriguez. “The futsal clubs, coaches, and overall community presented by United Futsal motivate us to push boundaries.”
The collaboration with United Futsal also extends beyond competition as the Champions Cup Series provides players with the chance to engage in different forms of futsal at an extraordinary level, contributing to their growth, both as athletes and individuals. Furthermore, the club's players benefit from high-level training and cultural experiences through NTC, FUTURES, and PRO-X, inspiring their passion for the game.
Grind City Futsal looks forward to the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead in the upcoming season, and they are confident that their continued participation in the Champions Cup Series will propel them to new heights of success.
For more information about Grind City Futsal, please visit their website at www.grindcityfutsal.com, or follow them on social media via @grindcityfutsal.
*About Grind City Futsal*
Grind City Futsal, founded in late 2021, stands as a beacon of high-level futsal excellence in Memphis, TN. Established with the vision to provide local competitive players with a premier platform for skill refinement during their off-season, Grind City Futsal has swiftly gained recognition for its commitment to nurturing talent, fostering camaraderie, and embracing diversity through the dynamic world of futsal.
*About United Futsal’s Champions Cup Series*
The Champions Cup Series, organized by United Futsal, is a premier global Futsal championship bringing together 32 clubs from around the US to compete for a chance to represent the US at the World Futsal Cup. It provides an unparalleled platform for youth development, fostering top-tier talent and exposing them to high-level competition. For more information, visit www.unitedfutsal.com.
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