From "Give It a Go" days at the stadium in March that were attended by nearly 1000 people; futsal competitions that were affected by Covid-19 restrictions and reducing teams from over 300 to less than 190, and now the current success of our Southern United teams, there is a lot to reflect on.
Football South has a wide and complex mandate to deliver the game throughout the lower South Island to about 22,000 players, coaches, referees and clubs.
With such a diverse area to cover there are certain differences in delivery, but also expectations on what we can and cannot do, given the resources.
Part of this review period is to look at the constraints, but also the opportunities that lie ahead.
Ones that will make a difference to those involved in all aspects of the game.
One thing that will remain at the forefront is the ability of the game to bring communities together.
After such a period of disruption to the community through lockdowns and mandates, hopefully we can put this aside and focus on bringing people together.
Our sense of community can and will be grown through connections such as sport, and giving people a sense of place and belonging will only enhance our wellbeing.
With so many different forms of the game now, there is something for everyone.
Be it the traditional form of the game, Futsal, walking football, soccer sisters, beach or football for the hearing and vision impaired, there is truly a format to suit any individual.
Even as a volunteer or spectator, you can find your place to be part of our wonderful football whanau.
