Nearest league, sign in, join now, pay fees, and even hire a pitch. Powerplay is a Football Club located in Southampton, specialising in 5-a-side football and 7-a-side netball leagues.
With over 15 years of experience in running leagues across the UK, Powerplay knows how to make them just right. The leagues run in mini-seasons lasting around 8–13 weeks, with teams playing every opponent twice during one season. Each game generally lasts around 40 minutes, allowing for quick and exciting gameplay.
Powerplay offers multiple divisions within their leagues, ensuring that teams are placed in the appropriate skill and experience level. An event organiser will be assigned to each league, helping teams get started and serving as a point of contact throughout the season.
The club takes care of providing match officials, including referees and umpires, as well as all the necessary equipment. This means teams have nothing to worry about except showing up and bringing their A-game.
In terms of cost, premier Venues typically charge between 6-10 per player, while Standard Venues charge around 4-7 per player. There are no joining fees, affiliation fees, membership fees, or signup deposits.
Games are usually 30–40 minutes long, with one long game per week and no waiting around between fixtures. Netball leagues consist of 7 a side, with a maximum match night squad size of 10 and unlimited rolling substitutions. Football leagues offer a variety of formats, including 5, 6, and 7 a side. Unlimited substitutions are allowed, and there can be 3 extra squad members for 6 a side teams.
A season typically lasts between 1. 5 to 3 months, and at the end of the season, division winners receive a trophy. The top two teams are promoted, while the bottom two teams are relegated. The next mini-season starts the following week, ensuring a continuous flow of games and excitement.
Powerplay's mini-season format makes the league fast-moving and dynamic. Every game becomes vital and can have significant implications for team standings. There's no need to worry about being stuck mid-table for weeks on end. Each week brings new and fresh opponents to keep things interesting.
The club aims to create an informal atmosphere of competitive fun, welcoming players of all abilities. If a team is new or less experienced, Powerplay can place them in a lower division with teams of similar ability. Just let them know during the joining process.
Powerplay prides itself on its superb organisation. They have fine-tuned their league organisational skills to provide a seamless experience for participants. There is an operations hotline available for any queries, and a coordinator is always present at the venue on match nights to handle any on-site issues.
Powerplay sets itself apart from other leagues by tackling common problems head-on. Poor organisation is never an issue, as the club prioritises excellent organisation in everything they do. Match officials are of the highest quality and experience. Netball courts always have B or C qualified officials, while football pitches feature FA qualified referees.
For times when a team is short of players, Powerplay offers a solution called Gamefinder. This feature allows teams to quickly and easily recruit players for their next match.
Thousands of happy players have joined Powerplay, whether they are strong teams seeking fierce competition or friends looking for a post-work wind down. The club provides everything needed for a great experience, from FA qualified officials and Mitre balls to amazing trophies and efficient administration.
On the Powerplay website, players can find their nearest league, sign in, join now, pay fees, and even hire a pitch. It is a one-stop destination for individuals and teams passionate about football and netball in Southampton.