Our Past
​
Dedicated to revolutionizing player development, Futsal209 was founded in 2019 by Gabriel and Kathy Bolton, alongside a passionate community board of futsal and youth sports enthusiasts: Angela Naranjo, Sam Ronveaux, Sandra Muntaroe, Chris Valdivia, Holly Alcorn, Morgan Cathey, and Guillermo Ramirez.
​
We started small but with a big vision—developing talent, growing the game, and creating opportunities for players of all levels. Our journey began with:
-
One 2007 girls’ team
-
Two 2010 girls’ teams, primarily recreational players
-
A pilot training program for 5- and 6-year-olds, made possible by the dedication of Jenna Zuniga
In January 2020, Futsal209 was selected as an expansion club for United Futsal's Champions Cup Series, the highest level of futsal competition in the U.S. By 2021, we became a full member of United Futsal, competing alongside elite clubs such as Ballistic United, DeAnza Force, and Mustang.
​
We are proud to be the ONLY United Futsal Club in the Central Valley (Stockton to Bakersfield) and one of only 24 clubs in the entire country with this distinction.
From humble beginnings to competing on the biggest stages in U.S. futsal, our story is just getting started.
Our Present
At Futsal209, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to opportunity. That’s why we are fully committed to having 100% sponsored teams where players do not pay to play. This model allows us to focus on elite player development while ensuring that financial constraints never limit an athlete’s ability to compete at the highest levels.
Right now, Futsal209 is home to two fully sponsored teams. Our women’s team, the Foxes, is the only women’s futsal team in the Central Valley, competing in top tournaments across the country and setting new standards for women’s futsal in the U.S. Alongside them, our 2014 boys’ team is competing at the highest level in their age group, developing young talent with a focus on speed, skill, and tactical excellence.
We’re not just building teams—we’re building a movement. Our commitment to high-level competition, player-first development, and accessibility continues to set Futsal209 apart as a leader in the sport. The journey continues. #FearTheFox
Our Future
Futsal209 is building for the future with a vision of expanding to include teams in every age group for both boys and girls, as well as a women’s open division. Growth, however, will never come at the expense of our core values. We are committed to eliminating the pay-to-play model, ensuring that every player who wears a Futsal209 jersey competes at the highest level without financial barriers.
Expansion will only happen when the right resources are in place. We will not add teams unless we have the funding to fully support them, allowing us to stay true to our mission of making elite futsal accessible to all. As we continue to develop top talent and strengthen our presence on the national stage, we remain focused on creating opportunities for more players while maintaining the standard of excellence that defines Futsal209. The journey is just beginning. #FearTheFox