U.S. Youth Futsal National Championships to Move to Richmond in 2026
First time outside of Kansas City in 20-year history
Posted On: July 22, 2025 By :The 2026 U.S. Youth Futsal National Championships, the largest youth futsal tournament in the country, will be held in Richmond, Virginia, at the Henrico Sports & Events Center.
The Henrico Sports & Events Center has hosted events such as the National Wheelchair Basketball Association Championships, Atlantic 10 Women’s Basketball Championship and the upcoming 2027 NCAA Division III Volleyball Championship. Richmond’s futsal community, led by FutsalRVA, has elevated the sport throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
“We’re honored that the Henrico Sports & Events Center has been selected to host the 2026 U.S. Futsal National Championships,” said Dennis Bickmeier, executive director of the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority. “This prestigious event brings top-level athletes and fans from across the country, creating significant economic impact for our community while highlighting Henrico and the region as a top-tier destination for national championship events.”
It will be the first time in the tournament’s two-decade history that the event will take place outside of Kansas City. The decision to move the National Championships follows years of record participation and growing demand.
“This is an exciting milestone for U.S. Youth Futsal,” said Jon Parry, president of U.S. Youth Futsal. “As futsal continues to grow rapidly across the country, this move reflects our commitment to expanding the game’s reach and providing a national stage for elite competition. Richmond and Henrico County offer world-class facilities and a passionate soccer and futsal community — the perfect combination to host our most prestigious event.”
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