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A program for every player.
From first touches to high school, every Chicho Cuevas FC program is coached by licensed staff in English and Spanish. Travel players are placed after tryouts.
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Recreational Eaglets
All ages
Introduction to soccer. Affordable training-only sessions that build a solid foundation.
Summit Park District · Pullman Community Center
[PRICE]per session
Details4v4
Born 2017
Travel · Small-sided
First travel season. Lots of touches, quick decisions and a love for the game.
Fall · Winter indoor · Spring
$1,000per season
Details7v7
Born 2016 – 2014
Travel · Development
Building technique, positional awareness and team play in league matches.
Fall · Winter indoor · Spring
$1,200per season
Details9v9
Born 2013 – 2012
Travel · Competitive
Bigger fields and tactical training to prepare for the full-sided game.
Fall · Winter indoor · Spring
$1,400per season
Details11v11
Born 2011 – 2009
Travel · Full-sided
The full game. High-level competition across Chicagoland leagues and tournaments.
Fall · Winter indoor · Spring
$1,600per season
DetailsHS
Born 2008 – 2005
High School · 11v11
Girls: August to March. Boys: November to June. Keeps high schoolers sharp year-round.
Girls & boys teams
$1,400per season
Details
Two travel team levels
Academy Team
High-level competitive team.
Birds of Prey Team
Developmental team focused on player growth.
After tryouts, each player is invited to the Academy or Birds of Prey team.
Every travel program includes
- 3 practices a week, outdoor Fall & Spring
- 2 practices a week, indoor Winter
- 1 goalkeeper session a week
- Fall & Spring travel league (IWSL, YSSL, IYSA, NISL or MRL)
- Winter indoor league
- 2 tournaments (Fall & Spring)
Uniform package is an additional charge. All programs subject to change.
[ Why Chicho Cuevas FC ]
Soccer training for kids, built on pride.
We are a Chicago youth soccer academy that develops confident players and good people. Licensed coaches, a clear path from first touches to travel soccer, and a club that feels like family.
Chicho CuevasFounder & Director · [LICENSE]
Licensed, bilingual coaches
Every coach is licensed and background-checked, and sessions run in English and Spanish so every family feels at home.
A clear player pathway
From first touches at age 4 to competitive travel teams at 18, players always know their next step.
Small groups, more touches
Low player-to-coach ratios mean more time on the ball and real feedback at every session.
Character comes first
Respect, discipline and pride on and off the field. We develop good teammates, not just good players.
[ Tryouts & ID clinics ]
Ready to wear the crown?
Sign up to hear first about upcoming ID clinics and tryout dates for the new season. Every player gets a look from our coaches.
Next tryout[SAT 11/15] · [9:00 AM] · [FIELD]
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[ FAQ ]
Questions from parents.
Straight answers on cost, ages, schedule and more. Preguntas en español, también.
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Contact usHow much does it cost?
Rec sessions are [PRICE] per session. Travel programs run $1,000 to $1,600 per season depending on age group. The uniform package is an additional charge.
What ages do you coach?
Players from age 4 through high school. Rec is open to all ages, and travel teams are grouped by birth year from 2017 to 2005.
Do your coaches speak Spanish?
Yes. Every coach is bilingual and sessions run in English and Spanish, so every family feels at home. Hablamos español.
When is the season?
Travel teams play outdoors in Fall and Spring with a Winter indoor league. High school: girls train August to March, boys November to June.
What gear does my player need?
Cleats, shin guards and a water bottle. Travel players also need the club uniform package. [CONFIRM FULL GEAR LIST]
How do tryouts work?
Sign up for an ID clinic or tryout and every player gets a look from our coaches. After tryouts, each player is invited to the Academy or Birds of Prey team.
Can my child try a session first?
Yes. Book a free trial session with our licensed, bilingual coaches before you commit.
Where do you train?
Summit Park District and Pullman Community Center in Chicago. [CONFIRM FIELD ADDRESSES]
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