LEAGUES
WE PLAY IN

Starting at age u12, several of our players compete in the ECNL RL Chicago Metro League.  This series takes place amongst several local Illinois teams throughout a year's period.  After the league is completed, top qualifiers will compete in Regioanls and National events.

We are proud to take part in the NPL Premiership League.  Over the years we have developed several players and teams to compete in the top division of the NPL.  Games are played on turf under the lights at Olympic Park in Schaumburg.  The competition is fierce, and quality of soccer is excellent.  U12 to U23

We are proud members of the ID League located in Schaumburg, IL.  This league is one of the only futsal leagues that follows strict futsal FIFA rules and regulations. 

Top futsal teams and players are always found competing. Multiple awards and recognition for achievements.

Several of our teams reoresent our club in the Illinois State Premiership League.  Players can expect to compete against other quality and local travel clubs.  We will typically compete in this league to give our Premiership teams extra games during the season,

This league is our primary source for providing competitive games for girls in Illinois.  Travel leagues begin at u6 through u18.  Most teams will compete within a 30 to 45 minute radius of their home town.

Our top travel teams will compete in this event every year. For u12 and below our teams compete in the Juniors Cup. For u13 and above we will compete in the State Cup.  Teams can expect and additional 4 to 6 games during their regular season.

NISL is a competitive boys league popular in Illinois.  They specialize in organizing competitive games in the Chicagoland area.  Games start at u6 though u18.  NISL provides and excellent pathway for players to level up into the Premiership divisions.

Most of our youth teams will play in the YSSL.  This league provides great competition for boys starting between the age groups of u6 to 18.  Most teams will compete within a 30 to 45 minute distance from their home town.

The USLY is a highly competative summer league.  We network with other local clubs to be able to offer our teams opportunites to compete year-round.  Games are played between June and August,

The Lightning is officially part of the USL!  Our u20 men's team will be representing our club in the new USL U20 Academy division.  Our goal is to bridge the gap from youth to pro, all under our Lightning brand.