DPL Clubs near Kankakee, Illinois

Chicago Empire FC is an elite youth soccer organization operating in the Chicagoland suburbs. Established in 2016, the club was founded by soccer professionals and employs a full-time coaching staff holding national and international licenses. The club aims to provide the premier youth soccer development program in the area, focusing on technical proficiency, tactical understanding, and mental toughness. Chicago Empire FC serves a wide range of age groups for both boys and girls, with teams from U7 through U19. A key feature of the club is its commitment to developing athletes with strong character, integrity, and a desire to compete. The club has grown to include over 1100 players across two locations. For its elite platforms, the girls' program participates in the E64 and DPL, while the boys compete in the E64 RL. The organization's stated goal is to develop players to reach their athletic goals at the high school, college, and professional levels.

Leagues: DPL

Chicagoland United Soccer Club (CUSC) is a youth soccer organization operating in the southern and southwestern suburbs of Chicago, including Orland Park, Frankfort, and Bourbonnais, Illinois. The club received its tax-exempt status in June 2022. CUSC provides a range of soccer programs for boys and girls from ages 7 to 19 years old, with recreational programs starting as young as 3 years old. The club's mission is to offer well-organized soccer instruction that fosters player development in a competitive and supportive environment, aiming to develop players from grassroots levels through to college. Chicagoland United SC offers various levels of play to accommodate different commitment and skill levels, including Premier Travel, Select Travel, and Recreational soccer. A notable feature of the club is its structured pathway for player advancement. Their top competitive teams participate in national and regional leagues, providing exposure to high levels of competition. For its elite players, Chicagoland United SC competes in the USYS National League, offering a platform for teams to compete against other top clubs. Additionally, the club participates in the USL Youth league, which provides a competitive summer season for continued player development against elite competition in the Midwest Region. This allows players the opportunity to compete for a National Championship.

Leagues: DPL