The Sepik Futsal Association (SFA) has officially launched its 2026 program with key calendar adjustments and a renewed focus on youth participation and sports development across Wewak and surrounding communities.

Following strong interest from clubs that participated in the recent Sepik FC Futsal Festival, SFA President Mr. Clarence Hukahu confirmed that a special Wewak Central Pre-Season competition will begin on Saturday January 24th.

The pre-season will feature three junior divisions: Under-8 Mixed, Under-12 Mixed, and Under-16 Mixed, providing structured competition for young players who are eager to continue playing.

Registration for clubs is now open and will close on Friday January 23rd, ahead of a managers’ meeting at Sir Michael Thomas Somare Stadium. 

Each club is required to field teams in all three divisions and must register 12 players made up of seven boys and five girls, along with a coach and a manager. 

The registration fee is K100 per division.

Beyond the court, the SFA is also investing in capacity building. In partnership with Privilege Media Systems, the association will host a four-day Basic Sports Journalism Clinic from Wednesday January 21st to 24th. 

The clinic aims to equip players, officials, and volunteers with essential media and reporting skills, helping to promote local sport more effectively. 

Invitations have also been extended to the East Sepik Sports Unit and the Governor’s Sports Office to support the participation of all sporting codes.

Meanwhile, preparations are underway to engage the wider community. Invitations will soon be sent to primary schools, high schools, and rural LLG communities for the Once-A-Month Games, a program designed to bring grassroots sport closer to young people.

Mr. Hukahu said the association remains committed to its long-term vision of building futsal and creating opportunities for youth through sports, discipline, and teamwork.