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Shining Hammers Football Club

Chicago, IL

About the Club

Shining Hammers Football Club is a youth soccer organization based in Chicago, Illinois, serving the broader Chicagoland area. The club operates as a competitive travel program within Northern Illinois. It focuses on fostering skill development, sportsmanship, and passion for soccer among young players. Shining Hammers provides a dynamic platform for athletes to compete in structured matches and receive professional training sessions. The club emphasizes creating lasting memories and building a vibrant soccer community. Teams participate in the Northern Illinois Soccer League (NISL), one of the state's most established and competitive youth leagues. Shining Hammers offers fall travel seasons with full schedules against clubs across the region. The program targets aspiring young athletes ready to elevate their game in a supportive environment.

Leagues

Age Groups

U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U19

Programs

Boys
Girls
Travel
Programs & Cost / Fee Struture

* Cost information is not official and is for reference only. Please visit the club's official website or contact the club directly for more information.

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