Amateur futsal league in Seattle’s Judkins Park, for The Seattle Times
July 10, 2026

Ivory Kings' Jean Cedric Lah (left, in white) fights for control of the ball against La Banda's Alvaro Arias in a semi-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. La Banda won the match and placed second in the tournament; Tachira won the tournament. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.

Before the World Cup came to town, I had the immense privilege to photograph the competition and community of the futsal league in Seattle’s Judkins Park organized by Les Kick’t for The Seattle Times.

I’ve never been much of a sports fan or sports photographer, but the energy and skill these teams bring to the court is infectious. If, like me, you don’t know what futsal is, it’s a fast-paced variant of soccer played on a hard surface with walls and small goals; maybe a little like indoor soccer played outdoors. A big thanks to Bettina and Colin for the assignment, and to Tyson and everyone there for welcoming me to the tournament.

Yosias Hailey of Kasi Flava (center) races after Momentum's Roswer Arias during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Kasi Flava won 3-1. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Senay Gebie stands with a futsal ball while waiting to play during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
A drone view of play during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. On the right, La Banda plays against OG Yesler, and the left Panna FC plays against Star Boyz. La Banda and Star Boyz advanced to the next round. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Members of Kasi Flava huddle before a match against Argentina during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Kasi Flava advanced to the semi-finals. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Les Kick't founder Tyson Tafere (left) speaks with Star Boyz team member Yonas Mekonnen after the Star Boyz were eliminated from the tournament in the quarterfinals during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Star Boyz have won the tournament in the past. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Star Boyz' Million Teckie (red 10) maintains control of the ball against Ivory Kings' William Mockey during a quarter-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Star Boyz had won the tournament a few times in the past and Ivory Kings have often come in second, so many expected this match to be the final matchup, but Star Boyz were eliminated. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
The winners trophy stands on a table outside the multipurpose court at Judkins Park during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
A view of the tournament bracket during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
La Banda (yellow and black stripes) plays against OG Yesler during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. La Banda won the match 5 to 1. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
La Banda's Michael Rodriguez (left) pushes past Ivory King's Christ Alowakinnou during a semi-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. La Banda won the match and placed second oin the tournamen. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Kasi Flava (white shirts) and Argentina teams play during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Kasi Flava won the match. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Jerry Reyes of Yesler FC (left) and Argentina's Isami Brandon (blue stripes) fight for control of the ball during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Argentina won the match 8-3. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Tachira team members look on as La Banda (yellow and black stripes) and Ivory Kings play in a semi-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. La Banda won the match and placed second in the tournament; Tachira won the tournament. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Gatorade and soccer shoes rest on a wall during a semi-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Spectators watch as the Ivory Kings (white shirts) take on Casacas during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. The Ivory Kings won the match 6-2. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Spectators watch a semi-final match between Tachira and Kasi Flava during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Tachira won the match and eventually won the tournament. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Momentum team member Will Contreras looks onto a court before playing during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Members of the La Banda team stand on soccer goals to watch their team play against OG Yesler during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. La Banda won the match 5 to 1. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Star Boyz' Million Teckie (red 10) maintains control of the ball against Ivory Kings' William Mockey during a quarter-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Star Boyz had won the tournament a few times in the past and Ivory Kings have often come in second, so many expected this match to be the final matchup, but Star Boyz were eliminated. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
La Banda (yellow and black stripes) and Tachira play during the final match of the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Tachira won the tournament. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Members of the team La Banda pose for a team picture before their first game during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. La Banda came in second overall in the tournament. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Tachira team members react after winning the tournament against La Banda during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
Spectators react as La Banda scores against Ivory Kings during a semi-final match during the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
People gather outside the courts after the Les Kick't 6 5v5 futsal tournament at the multipurpose court at Judkins Park in Seattle, Washington, USA, on Sun., May 31, 2026. Futsal is a fast-paced version of soccer played on hard courts with walls.
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