Powerplay is a reputable Football Club located in Weymouth, New Zealand, specialising in 5-a-side football and 7-a-side netball leagues. With over 15 years of experience, Powerplay has a proven track record of running successful leagues and providing an exceptional experience for teams.
At Powerplay, teams only need to bring themselves as the club takes care of everything else. The leagues run in mini-seasons, typically lasting around 8–13 weeks, where teams play each opponent twice in one season. Games often run for about 40 minutes, ensuring players get ample playing time.
The club offers multiple divisions based on skill and experience levels, ensuring that teams compete against suitable opponents. Each league is facilitated by an event organiser who assists teams in getting started and acts as a point of contact throughout the league.
Powerplay provides all the necessary match officials, including referees and umpires, as well as the equipment needed for the games. This allows teams to focus solely on playing without any concerns about organising referees or obtaining equipment.
When it comes to costs, top Venues typically charge between 6-10 per player, while Standard Venues usually range from 4-7 per player. The club does not require any joining fees, affiliation fees, membership fees, or signup deposits.
In terms of game duration, matches typically last 30–40 minutes, with one long game played per week. There is minimal waiting time between fixtures, ensuring that players can maximise their playing time.
Powerplay offers a variety of leagues, including 5, 6, and 7-a-side football leagues, and all netball leagues are 7-a-side. Rolling substitutions are allowed in both football and netball, and there are additional squad members permitted in football leagues.
Seasons at Powerplay generally span 1. 5 to 3 months. At the end of each season, division winners are awarded trophies, and the top two teams are promoted while the bottom two teams are relegated. The next mini-season commences the following week, ensuring a quick turnover and keeping the league engaging and exciting.
The club's “mini-season” format offers a more dynamic and fast-moving experience, where every game becomes crucial and keeps teams from being stuck in mid-table for extended periods. This approach keeps the league competitive and fresh.
Powerplay prides itself on having qualified officials and superb organisation. The club ensures that all match officials are competent and experienced, with netball games always having a B or C qualified official, and football matches being officiated by FA qualified referees.
For new teams joining the league, Powerplay strives to create an informal, yet competitive, atmosphere. Teams of all abilities are welcome, and the club can place new teams in lower divisions with similar skill levels. Informing the club about team abilities upon joining allows for better placement.
The club is known for its excellent organisation, with a dedicated operations hotline available for any queries. During match nights, a coordinator is always present at the venue to address any immediate concerns or queries.
Powerplay differentiates itself by addressing common issues found in 5-a-side leagues. Poor organisation is never a problem at Powerplay, as the club has mastered the art of league management. The quality and experience of match officials is another area where Powerplay excels, ensuring reliable and knowledgeable officials for every game. Additionally, Powerplay offers assistance through Gamefinder, allowing teams to quickly recruit players when faced with a player shortage.
Thousands of happy players have experienced the superior quality and professionalism of Powerplay, whether they are strong teams seeking challenging competition or groups of friends looking to relax and enjoy a post-work game. With FA qualified officials, Mitre balls, amazing trophies, and efficient administration, Powerplay takes care of all the necessary elements, leaving teams to focus on their game.
For more information and to get involved, visit Powerplay's website, where all the necessary details can be found.
