Illinois Youth Soccer is excited to announce a new pathway for member teams to qualify for the Premier II Division of the US Youth Soccer Midwest Conference.  We have consulted with our member clubs to come up with this new model that would replace the current Midwest Conference Qualifying Divisions that historically have been all […]

Course Details: The 11v11 In-Person Course is a four-hour course that builds on the principles covered in U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module. Specifically, candidates will learn more about U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots Coaching Education Philosophy, Play-Practice-Play Methodology, the Six Tasks of a Coach, and the characteristics of players aged 13+ The course will also ask […]

CLICK HERE TO APPLY Course Details: The U.S. Soccer National C License hosted by ILLINOIS YOUTH SOCCER is an online and in-person course. This blended format combines an online experience, assignments, small group meetings, independent learning, and an in-person meeting. Eligibility Requirements: To be register for the U.S. Soccer C course, all candidates must meet […]

College coaches are interested in well-rounded athletes. That’s why it’s crucial to prepare for standardized testing – so you can get the best score possible. We have teamed up with our partner, NCSA College Recruiting, and their long time tutoring and test prep partner, Method Learning, who has helped thousands of students nationwide achieve their […]

Register Here Course Details: The 9v9 In-Person Course is a four-hour course that builds on the principles covered in U.S. Soccer’s Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module. Specifically, candidates will learn more about U.S. Soccer’s Grassroots Coaching Education Philosophy, Play-Practice-Play Methodology, the Six Tasks of a Coach, and the characteristics of players aged 11-12 The course will […]

Announcement of Spring 2024 Illinois State Cup & Presidents Cup brackets

Webinar for coaches, admins and team managers to go over the complete details for the Spring 2024 Illinois State Cup, Illinois Presidents Cup and Illinois Cup A representative from each club should attend 1 of these sessions.   Cup Webinar 1: Thursday, March 7 at 10:30am: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86055949556 Cup Webinar 2: Thursday, March 7 at 8pm:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88280089397

As teams continue to prepare for the Spring 2024 Illinois State Cup, Presidents Cup & Illinois Cup wanted to remind everyone that there will be a two webinars on Thursday, March 7 to go over complete details for the events. A representative from each club should attend 1 of these sessions.   Cup Webinar 1: Thursday, […]

Host: Illinois Youth Soccer When: March 8th & 9th – 2024 Where: Mossville (Peoria), IL Click here for information and registration.

In this workshop, we will explore the role parents play in their children's sport experience and look at positive ways for parents to support their children's mental performance and overall development. More details and registration coming soon.