About Us
Lake Norman Futsal Club, founded on September 5, 2025, is a distinct institution that is defined by its steadfast conviction of its values. Committed to player development, community engagement, and excellence. We provide a professional, structured, and inclusive environment for youth athletes ages 8–18. to learn, compete, and grow both on and off the court.
Mission Statement
To develop technically distinguished futsal players with humility, accountability, and ultimately, with excellence. This, through high-quality coaching, ethics & values, and a positive, inclusive community environment.
Our Values
Accountability
Holding ourselves and our players to the highest standards of responsibility and integrity.
Humility
Respecting the game itself. Understanding that there is always more to learn, and that improvement comes from listening, hard-work, resiliency, sacrifice, and a full-time commitment to the process. Through humility, we create an environment where growth and improvement are daily goals.
Communication
Fostering openness, respect, honesty, and collaboration among players, coaches, and families.
Excellence
And ultimately, excellence. At Lake Norman Futsal Club, Excellence means consistently striving to be the best version of ourselves—on and off the court. It is a commitment.
Our Team
Sporting Director, and Head Coach: Abraham D. Badlissi is an accomplished coach and educator with international experience across the United States and Spain. Holding an MBA from the University of New Hampshire and a Master’s in Coaching and Academy Management from the Real Madrid Graduate School, he blends advanced business acumen with elite-level coaching expertise. He has coached at competitive youth, high school, and semi-professional levels. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian, he is recognized for his player development focus, tactical proficiency, and ability to build competitive culture.