Episode 5: Interview with Sion Kitson, England Futsal

What does it take to grow a national sport with limited resources? In this episode of Team Talk, Sherry Bevan is joined by Sion Kitson, Head of Development and Technical Lead at England Futsal. Sion explains what futsal is, why it's such a fast-paced and demanding sport, and how it differs from traditional football. He shares insights into the growth of futsal in England, including the development of the women's game, England's position on the international stage, and the challenges of building a national sport with limited resources. The conversation goes beyond the court to explore leadership, resilience, and what it's like to lead a small, remote team responsible for growing a sport nationwide. Sion reflects on sustainability, innovation, and his long-term vision for futsal in England, highlighting the importance of people, passion, and connection in high-performance environments. A thoughtful discussion about building teams, navigating uncertainty, and creating momentum when resources are tight. Important links          England Futsal: https://www.englandfutsal.com          England Futsal on X (Twitter): https://x.com/englandfutsal          Sion Kitson on X: https://x.com/kitsion          The FA: https://www.thefa.com/football-rules-governance/grassroots/futsal          FIFA Futsal: https://www.fifa.com/futsal UEFA Futsal: https://www.uefa.com/futsal/ About the guest Sion Kitson is Head of Development and Technical Lead at England Futsal. He has been involved in futsal since 2004, representing Wales internationally as a player and later coaching across England and Wales at youth and senior international level. With nearly 20 years' experience in the sports sector, including roles at The FA and Sport England, Sion now leads the growth, participation, and performance pathway for futsal in England. About the host, Sherry Bevan  Sherry Bevan helps teams in transition perform at their best – without the fluff. A former Global Head of IT Service in an international law firm, she now works across technology, professional services and the charity sector. Through her Team Kickoff Accelerator, Sherry supports new and changing teams to build trust, strengthen collaboration and set the foundations for high performance. A former grassroots cyclist and still a runner, Sherry is fascinated by what sport can teach us about teamwork, leadership and sustainable performance – and it's these ideas she explores with leaders and experts on Team Talk. Connect with Sherry Website: https://www.sherrybevan.co.uk/   Sign up for news and updates. Apply to join the Team Culture Club. Connect on LinkedIn. Book a call to explore how to improve your team culture and performance