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Why we are here

 

​​From Uriel Castro - President of Elgin Youth Soccer Association off of Facebook Post

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In English y Espanol:

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The friends that football gives you. Football not only teaches technique, tactics and resistance; It also builds deep bonds that go beyond the field. Because when you share sweat, laughter, losses, and victories with other children, something special happens: those classmates become a second family.
We see how teams are formed at first as simple groups of players, but over time they transform into cohesive units where each member has an important role. It doesn't matter if you are the star scorer or the substitute waiting for his opportunity; everyone brings something unique to the group. These shared moments create bonds that transcend sports.
A child not only learns to pass the ball in the game, but also to share experiences, to emotionally support his teammates, and to celebrate both triumphs and defeats together. These relationships are valuable because they teach solidarity, empathy, and teamwork, essential skills for adult life.
When a child cries after losing a game, his teammates are there to comfort him. When he scores his first goal, they are the first to hug him. These types of interactions strengthen bonds that last for years, even decades. Because grassroots football is not just about developing footballers; It is about creating people capable of working together towards a common goal.
Let us always remember that behind every successful pass or impeccable defense there is a human story that deserves to be celebrated. The friends that football gives are one of the greatest treasures that this sport can offer.

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​Los amigos que el fútbol te regala. El fútbol no solo enseña técnica, táctica y resistencia; también construye lazos profundos que van más allá del campo. Porque cuando compartes sudor, risas, caídas y victorias con otros niños, algo especial ocurre: esos compañeros se convierten en una segunda familia.
Vemos cómo los equipos se forman al principio como simples grupos de jugadores, pero con el tiempo se transforman en unidades cohesionadas donde cada miembro tiene un papel importante. No importa si eres el goleador estrella o el suplente que espera su oportunidad; todos aportan algo único al grupo. Esos momentos compartidos crean vínculos que trascienden lo deportivo.
Un niño no solo aprende a pasar el balón en el juego, sino también a compartir experiencias, a apoyar emocionalmente a sus compañeros y a celebrar juntos tanto los triunfos como las derrotas. Estas relaciones son valiosas porque enseñan solidaridad, empatía y trabajo en equipo, habilidades esenciales para la vida adulta.
Cuando un niño llora tras perder un partido, sus compañeros están ahí para consolarlo. Cuando marca su primer gol, ellos son los primeros en abrazarlo. Este tipo de interacciones fortalece lazos que duran años, incluso décadas. Porque el fútbol base no es solo sobre desarrollar futbolistas; es sobre crear personas capaces de trabajar juntas hacia un objetivo común.
Recordemos siempre que detrás de cada pase exitoso o defensa impecable hay una historia humana que merece ser celebrada. Los amigos que el fútbol regala son uno de los mayores tesoros que este deporte puede ofrecer.

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 Game Schedules - SPRING 2025

SPRING 2025 Season

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The first games will start on February 22, 2025.  Practices are ongoing.  We are looking for some great volunteer coaches for the 6U teams as we have doubled in size for Spring this year on that age group.

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10U Fields will change in Fall 2024

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Please see the revised map on this page.  In order to preserve fields and give everyone ample room to practice, there will be NO 10U teams practicing on field 2 or 2A.  Please DO NOT move goals around as this will take away from other teams that are practicing.

Lightning Policy Review

 

PLEASE NOTE: If lightning is seen or thunder is heard and it is close than 10 miles, everyone MUST clear the fields and go into their cars (not by them) for 30 minutes from last lightning strike or thunder.  THIS IS REQUIRED OF EVERYONE and you can have practices revoked for not complying with this REQUIREMENT.  This is for the safety of everyone involved and this is the policy.

Soccer Field Lay out as of 8-19-24.jpg

NOTE: Field 4 located between Field 1 and 3

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