Chicago Inferno Soccer Club

Inferno Premier Program

U8-U10

The primary focus is to nurture a love for the game while developing strong individual technical skills. Teams participate in age-appropriate local league play and local tournaments.

→ feeds into Development Phase

Inferno Premier Program

U11–U12

Players are introduced to increased awareness, decision-making, and problem-solving while continuing to prioritize technical quality and intelligent play. Teams compete in local and regional league play and tournaments.

→ feeds into Performance Development Phase

Inferno Premier Program

U13–U14 · 11v11

Teams transition fully into the 11v11 game, with increased emphasis on performance, accountability, and competitive success. Teams compete through YSSL, IWSL, and NISL, with high-performing teams having the opportunity to compete in the NL-Club 2 and National Premier League (NPL).

YSSL · IWSL · NISL · NL-Club 2 · NPL→ feeds into High School Premier Program

High School Premier Program

U15–U19

This program is designed for committed high school athletes seeking a competitive, development-driven environment that prepares them for the next level of play. Teams may compete in the NL-Club 2, National Premier League (NPL), and other top-tier competitive environments.

NL-Club 2 · NPL

NL Club Premier 2

U13–U19

NL Club Premier 2 teams represent the club’s highest-level boys' and girls' teams and compete in the USYS National League Club-Based Premier Division. The platform provides regional competition and exposure to college coaches.

USYS National League

USL-Y Program

U10–U19 (2017–2008)

The USL Youth League extends player development beyond the traditional soccer calendar with training and competitive match play during June and July. The program includes two training sessions per week and 6–10 league matches in the Midwest Division.

USL-Y

College Advisory Program (CAP)

U15–U19

The College Advisory Program provides players and families with guidance, education, and support throughout the college recruitment process. Assistance includes college ID events, individual player meetings, and workshops.

LIL' Flames Program

U6–U10

The LIL' Flames Program gives young boys and girls a fun, supportive environment to develop soccer skills and confidence. It serves as the club’s official bridge to the competitive pathway.

→ feeds into Inferno Premier Program

Lil' Flames Summer Season 2026

born 2014-2020

This six-week program offers 1.5 hours of training twice a week for the club’s youngest players. It is designed to learn the game, build confidence, and have fun on the ball.

→ feeds into LIL' Flames Program

Lil' Flames Fall Season 2026

born 2015-2021

This program includes nine training sessions plus six games for young boys and girls. Training and games take place at The MAC Athletic Center in Crystal Lake.

→ feeds into LIL' Flames Program

Lil' Flames Spring Season 2026

born 2014-2020

The spring season includes weeknight training and Sunday games at The MAC Athletic Center in Crystal Lake. It is designed for players to keep learning, growing, and having fun together.

→ feeds into LIL' Flames Program

Competitive Futsal Program

This winter program includes training, league play, and tournament opportunities for competitive players. It runs for 11 weeks and includes 8–10 league games.

Training-Only Futsal Program

2016–2010 Boys & Girls

This option helps players improve technical skills, build confidence, and stay active without league play. Players are grouped by age and skill after registration.

Summer Training Program

2012-2018

This training-only program helps internal competitive players stay active, maintain fitness, and continue developing during the summer. It includes two 1.5-hour training sessions per week for six weeks.

SANTOS FC Summer Camp

2012-2018

This four-day international camp features fun, high-energy training sessions and activities led by Santos FC and its Brazilian coaches. Existing Chicago Inferno players receive a discount.

Chicago Inferno Summer Break Camp

2012-2018

Led by Inferno coaches, this camp combines daily training sessions, competitive games, and individual and group competitions. A camp t-shirt is included.

LIL' Flames Summer Break Camp

2014-2020

This camp is designed for the club’s youngest players and combines age-appropriate training activities with small-sided games. It is open to non-competitive and recreational players.

→ feeds into LIL' Flames Program

Target USA Cup Weekend

U8–U19

This three-day youth soccer tournament offers competitive matches in an international-style setting. The Chicago Inferno program includes three weeks of summer training and six total sessions at The MAC.

ROX Youth Performance Training

These performance coach-led sessions focus on speed, agility, strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. The training is designed specifically for youth athletic development.

International Soccer Trips

The club lists international soccer trips to London and Brazil as opportunities connected to the Chicago Inferno program.