We are thrilled to introduce Just For Girls — our new youth academy training program for girls ages 6 to 10, led by Lucy Clark.

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Just For Girls is designed to give young girls a strong foundation in the technical skills needed to grow and succeed in competitive soccer. Training is largely play-based, allowing girls to learn through trial and error, build creativity, and develop confidence in a supportive environment. By starting during these vital early years, we can support their development from the very beginning.

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We believe that access should never be a barrier to opportunity. Talent and passion deserve a chance, regardless of financial circumstances. Just For Girls reflects our commitment to creating equal opportunities — providing young girls from all parts of Chicago with accessible, professional training in an inspiring environment where they can dream big and develop their full potential.

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This program isn’t just about soccer—it’s about empowerment. It’s about giving girls the space to be bold, to take risks, to learn resilience, and to fall in love with the game. We want them to experience the joy of play, the power of teamwork, and the confidence that comes from mastering something through effort and persistence.

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Just For Girls offers two program options:

• Free Play — An open, pick-up style soccer environment where girls can simply come to play. It’s loosely structured, with guidance from our coaches and mentorship from players in our high school program. This is a space for fun, creativity, and pure love of the game—no pressure, just play.

• RISE  — A blend of free play and focused technical training. While players still enjoy the freedom and creativity of pick-up soccer, RISE Academy introduces more structured skill development, helping players sharpen their technique while still keeping play at the heart of the experience.

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