U.S. FUTSAL FEDERATION  news release November 12, 2008 

BERKELEY, CA - The United States Futsal® Federation is pleased to announce an official multi-year partnership agreement with Nike, the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories. As an official partner of U.S. Futsal®, Nike will be heavily involved in supporting U.S. Futsal's® Regional and National Championships beginning in 2009. The U.S. Futsal National Championship is the biggest, oldest and most prestigious Futsal event in the country, and will celebrate its 24th anniversary in 2009.

“It gives us great pleasure to partner with the world’s largest distributor of athletic footwear, apparel and equipment. This partnership will help the sport continue to grow nationwide.” said U.S. Futsal® President and CEO Alex Para.

Celebrating its 28th year in 2009, U.S. Futsal® is the country’s fastest growing Futsal® organization and has been the sport’s National Governing Body since 1981. It currently has more than 250 leagues across the country.

To obtain more information on Futsal, explore futsal.com or write to United States Futsal at: Post Office Box 40077, Berkeley, California 94704.  or call 510-836-8733.