Penrith Indoor Sports and Recreation

If you'd like to put up with refs who have no idea and are biased and welcome players who are abusive, racist, and play downright dirty - then you've come to the right place! I've played here in a Tuesday night soccer competition for about three months now and not once piped up about anything, despite losing most of the games! Goes without saying... because we're all there to have fun! And recently I have had to deal with this ref who had no idea about rules, or bringing order to the game, and being fair for both teams. In fact it was such a double-standard that one of the opposition players was just smirking the whole time, admitting that it was unfair. Number 3 from a team called "All In" (shaved hair) makes racist and abusive remarks every week about players there, especially when he sees a guy with a beard or a dark complexion. (I've been told by numerous players, this). Like, we're in the year 2023 guys, what are we doing here? Seriously? He gets away with it every time while some of us cop calls against us by the refs. Won't be going back, recommending it to any friends, or even spectating there for any reason. Such a shame, but I guess favouritism is too easy for some people to resort to.

I have personally met both the owners on several occasions, and have nothing but nice things to say about them. They are fair, and polite. They love their customers and will do anything to make sure that everyone is safe and having a great time. Would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to have a great time! My family love coming here, and I recommend you to everyone I get the chance to! Come and visit, you won't regret it :)

Unapproachable management and inconsistent umpiring has contributed to an overall negative experience at Penrith Indoor Sports and Recreation. Poor umpiring has created a culture where players have become aggressive and are not held accountable for their dangerous actions during play. When questioned on rules and regulations for game play, management’s response was that they play by “street rules”. Steer clear if you are looking for a facility which supports and promotes fair play and sportsmanship - this is not the one.