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Here we go you all! In 18 days the YSSL will be hosting the seeding meeting for fall 2026 teams.

🗓️ August 2

📍 Westin Chicago Northwest, Itasca

⏰ 8 am - 4pm

Check the second slide for the breakdown of time by age.

Can’t wait to see all of the YSSL clubs there! 😃

Thank you!

New look, same values. 🏆

While our look has evolved, the YSSL’s commitment to service, communication, and support for our clubs remains unchanged.✨

What a spring season it has been! ☔️ 🌼

Thank you to every YSSL club, coach, player, and family who made this spring one to remember. The energy, sportsmanship, and community you brought to the pitch didn’t go unnoticed. Enjoy a well-deserved summer break. Rest up, recharge, and get ready. The YSSL is already working behind the scenes for the fall 2026 season.

We look forward to seeing our club admins and coaches at the August 2 seeding meeting! ⚽☀️

As this season’s sportsmanship series wraps up, the YSSL would like to give a special thank you to the teams who earned the most shout-outs during the 2024–2025 season.

Your character on and off the field set the bar, and your generosity in letting us use your photos to celebrate sportsmanship all season long (sometimes even your own moments again!) made this series possible.

To every team who showed up with class, respect, and heart: thank you for being the example. Here’s to keeping that spirit alive next season too. 💙⚽

The Many Jerseys of a Soccer Dad (World Cup Edition)

He’s not on the roster, but he’s never missed a game. This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the dads who coach, drive, hype, cheer, and show up - every single time. ⚽

Happy Father’s Day!

Were you able to correctly guess the country for each jersey represented?