Futsal Association of Uganda
National governing body of futsal in Uganda
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The Futsal Association of Uganda (FAU) is the national governing body of futsal in Uganda.[1] It operates as part of the country’s broader football structure and has been affiliated with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) as an associate member since 2019.[2][3][4][5]
Futsal Association of Uganda | |
Futsal Association Of Uganda logo | |
| Abbreviation | FAU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1 January 2015 |
| Founded at | Kampala, Uganda |
| Type | Federation of national associations |
| Legal status | Not-for-profit |
| Purpose | Sport governance |
| Headquarters | Mengo, Kampala |
Region served | Uganda |
Official languages | English, French, German, Spanish |
| Hamzah Jjunju | |
CEO | Ibrahim Mugera |
Head Of Communication | Watimba Moses |
| Website | fau |
The association was established in Kampala and conducts activities related to futsal competitions, development programmes, and organisational governance within the sport.
Futsal History
The Futsal Association of Uganda was founded in 2015 by a group of individuals involved in football development, including Jjunju Hamzah, Lugemwa Patrick, Nandigobe Richard Semanda, and Pius Serugo.[2] Early efforts focused on introducing and organising futsal as a structured sport in Uganda.
The development of futsal in Uganda has been linked to initiatives aimed at expanding football-related activities and participation. Early competitions included university and corporate tournaments, as well as league formats introduced from 2015 onwards.[6][7][8]
Competitions
The association has organised various futsal competitions in Uganda, including university tournaments, corporate events, and league competitions.[9]
A university competition held in 2015 involved teams from Makerere University Business School, Kampala International University, and Makerere University. Corporate tournaments have also been organised with participation from different organisations.[2][10]
League competitions have included formats such as a futsal mini league and subsequent national-level competitions, including the Futsal Super League and the Uganda Futsal Cup.[11][12][13][14]
Facilities and development
Futsal activities in Uganda take place in indoor and specialised venues, including arenas in Kampala and surrounding areas.[15][16][6] These facilities are used for competitions and training purposes.
The association has also been involved in development activities such as coaching and refereeing programmes in collaboration with local stakeholders.
Media
Futsal activities in Uganda have received coverage in print and online media, as well as on radio and television sports programmes.[1] The FAU also maintains an online presence through social media platforms for communication with participants and stakeholders.[11]
Partnerships
The association has entered into collaborations with local organisations to support futsal development. These have included partnerships related to youth football initiatives, event management, and media coverage of competitions.[17]
Teams
| Team[6] | Location | Metropolitan Area |
|---|---|---|
| Men's Professional Teams | ||
| Park F.C. | Mengo | Kampala |
| Yeak F.C. | Rubaga | Kampala |
| Aidenal F.C. | Entebbe | Wakiso |
| Mengo F.C. | Mengo | Kampala |
| Dreamline F.C. | Wakiso | Wakiso District |
| KJT F.C. | Kampala | Kampala |
| Luzira Thunders F.C. | Luzira | Kampala |
| Parakeets F.C. | Mengo | Kampala |
| Riham F.C. | Kawempe | Kampala |
| KPSG F.C. | Kawempe | Kampala |
| Elephants F.C. | Kampala | Kampala |
| Bajim F.C. | Mengo | Kampala |
| Kabowa United F.C. | Rubaga | Kampala |
| Yap F.C. | Mengo | Kampala |
| MUBS FC | Nakawa | Kampala |
Champions
Futsal Super League
Futsal Uganda Cup
| Season | Champion |
|---|---|
| 2017/18 | Luzira Thunders FC |
| 2018/19 | Dream F.C. |
| 2019/20 | Postponned |
Futsal Super Cup
| Season | Champion |
|---|---|
| 2017/18 | Mengo City FC |
| 2018/19 | Luzira Thunders F.C. |
| 2019/20 | Postponned |