LTSC is an Illinois Youth Soccer Association 'Five-Star Club' and strives to offer the premier soccer experience in Chicago's Midwest Suburbs.
- Founded
- 1986
- Ages
- 3–18
- Plays
- Boys & Girls
- Programs
- 8
Where on the ladder
Level 3 to Level 5
Each level below lists the leagues this club plays in. Your kid's level depends on the team they make. The six levels are our own reading of public league play. They are not an official ranking.
Sanctioned by Illinois Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer). The club also played in USYS NL. That league ended in July 2026 and merged into National 1, so it does not count above. The club’s site also lists US Club Soccer. We have not confirmed that from the body’s own member list, so we do not call the club sanctioned. It also lists IWSL, State Premiership, USYS National Midwest Conference. We have not placed those leagues on the ladder, so they do not count above.
See how the whole ladder worksPrograms
The programs, age by age
These come from the club's site, grouped the way the club groups them. Your kid starts in the one that fits their age.
Youth Competitive Program
7U - 14U
LTSC has teams of all ages from 7U - 14U that play at different levels in local YSSL and IWSL leagues. Youth teams also compete through USYS National Midwest Conference and State/President Cup, while accommodating multi-sport athletes and dedicated soccer-only players.
YSSL · IWSL
High School Competitive Program
15U - 19U
LTSC high school teams compete locally, regionally, and nationally. Teams play in YSSL, IWSL and State Premiership, and some compete in USYS National Midwest Conference and out-of-state tournaments and showcase events.
YSSL · IWSL
LTSC Academy
2019-2012
The LTSC Academy is a high-level, club-neutral training environment open to any registered soccer players within Illinois. It provides training, coaching, and support throughout the talent pathway for players who enjoy challenge and competition.
Ginga Futsal Academy
Led by a Brazilian futsal coach, this program develops technical skills and understanding in a fast-paced futsal environment. It offers competitive teams as well as a Training Only option, and both options are open to players outside LTSC.
Little Lyons
3 - 7 years old
Little Lyons is a recreational soccer program offering local recreational and club-level player experiences. Sessions introduce basic soccer fundamentals through fun, engaging activities coached by LTSC staff.
Skills Camp
U7 - U18
Players improve their soccer skills, develop new abilities, have fun, and build confidence on the soccer field.
Santos Camp
8-16 years old
Coaches from Santos FC run an exclusive futsal camp, and participating players can be selected for future international tournaments with the Santos Experience team. Campers receive a Santos FC training shirt.
Goalscoring and SAQ Camp
U7 - U18
This camp is open to players who want to improve shooting, speed, quickness, and agility, regardless of their position on the field.
Coaching
Who coaches here
12 names from the club's own staff page. The titles and licenses are what the club lists.
Gavin McCrindle
Executive Director
LTSC 2007-Present; Illinois Olympic Development Program Staff; Glasgow Rangers DA; Maybole (semi-professional); Caledonian Boys Soccer Club
Glasgow University; BA Sports Leisure & Management
USSF National B License · US National Youth License · S.F.A. Levels 1, 2, 3 · Scottish Football Association
David Pointon
Director of Coaching-Youth
Utah & Connecticut; Downers Grove Roadrunners 2009-2012; La Grange Celtics 2012-2014; Newton Heath 2014-2021; Sandbach; Cheshire; Nottingham Trent University
Notthingham Trent University
U.S. Soccer National C License · UEFA B License · FA Level 2
Alex Gonzalez
Director of Soccer Operations
North Texas Soccer Association 2006-2018; Mesquite Soccer Association 2016-2019; AYSO Coach & Xtra Program 2020-Present; Northwind Soccer Club 2022-2023; LTSC -Present; North Texas Soccer Association; Mesquite Soccer Association; John Horn High School
Loyola University of Chicago; Molecular Neuroscience; Eastfield College; Microbiology
USSF National D License · AYSO Coach Instructor · AYSO Board Member · US Soccer Referee
Cooper Bearman
Director of Recreation
Assistant coach LTSC 2019-2022; Little Lyons Instructor, 2019- Present; Lyons Township Soccer Club; Lyons Township High School
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; BS- Recreation, Sport, and Tourism
U.S Soccer D License
Ryan Hayes
Staff Coach
Purdue University Northwest Head Men's Soccer Coach 2015-2022; Chicago Rush South Soccer Club 2017-2023; LTSC 2016-2017 and present; Roosevelt University Assistant Men's Soccer Coach 2013-2015; Raiders FC Executive Director 2014-2015; Coerver Coaching 2010-2014; Wilmette Wings Soccer Club 2008-2014; Bulli FC; Vikings AA; Boomers FC; University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Commerce in International Business and Japanese from University of Wollongong, Australia; Master of Business Administration from Purdue University Northwest
USSF National A License · AFC (Asian Football Confederation) B License
Miguel Garcia
Staff Coach
Immaculate Conception College Prep `ICCP’ (Elmhurst, IL) - Head Boys Coach 2019 to Present; Inter Football Club (Oak Lawn, IL) – Head Coach Girls ’07 / Boys ’05 2020 - 2022; Fenwick High School (Oak Park, IL))– Head Coach Boys & Girls Coach 2010 – 2019 (lower levels); Berwyn Blazers FC (Berwyn, IL)– President/DOC & Head Coach ‘07 Girls / ‘05 Boys 2015 – 2020; Ascension School (Oak Park, IL) – Head Boys 4th through 8th Grade 2016 - 2020; Dominican University (River Forest, IL) - Assistant Women's Soccer Coach 2010 – 2013; Triton College; Dominican University
Dominican University- Bachelors of Arts and Science, Majors- International Business/Spanish; Concordia University- Master's in Secondary Education
USSF "C" National License · USSF "D" National License · United Soccer Coaches (USC) - Director of Coaching Role / Goalkeeping Level One / Advanced Youth Coach (Professional Development Coach)
Nestor Garcia
Staff Coach
Josephinum Academy Varsity Girls Soccer Head Coach April 2020-present; P2 soccer training - September 2019- Present; Inter FC Soccer Club December 2019- March 2022; Firebirds SC- September 2020- March 2021; Chicago KICS united April 2018- December 2019; NCAA Division 1 Mens Soccer- University of Illinois Chicago; CFJ City; Raiders SC
University of Illinois Chicago
USSF "D" License
Marc McElligott
Staff Coach
HUSA Director of Coaching 1998-2007; Eclipse Select Boys Director of Coaching 2007-2010; Chicago Fire Academy 2010-2016; Eclipse Select Girls ECNL 2017-2024; Belvedere/Bohemians Academy Ireland; St Joseph's/Bray Wanders Academy Ireland; Athlone Town Ireland; Ireland U15; College of DuPage USA; Marycrest University USA
Munster Technical University Cork Ireland Marketing Degree; Marycrest University Davenport Iowa International Business Degree
USSF A License · NSCAA Premier Diploma
Where they play
4 fields
The fields the club lists as its own. Directions open in Google Maps, so you can check the drive before you sign up.
Sedgwick Park
The MAX
Max McCook Indoor Facility
4750 S. Vernon Ave, McCook, IL 60525 · Turf
McCook Athletic & Exposition
4750 S. Vernon Ave, McCook, IL 60525
2 fields aren’t located on the map yet.
Fees
What it costs
What the club charges, from its own price list.
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