Click here to register for 2007 - 2008
tryouts. (Go to home page to register.) This is an opportunity to play with your age group. It
is NOT mandatory. The goalkeeper staff will evaluate at the Goalkeeper Academy
| Saturday, December 1, 2007 |
3pm - 5pm 7pm - 8:30pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, January 5, 2008 |
5pm - 7pm 8:30pm - 10pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, March 1, 2008 |
3pm - 5pm 7pm - 8:30pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, December 1, 2007 |
3pm - 5pm 7pm - 8:30pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, January 5, 2008 |
5pm - 7pm 8:30pm - 10pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, March 1, 2008 |
5pm - 7pm 8:30pm - 10pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, December 1, 2007 |
5pm - 7pm 8:30pm - 10pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, January 5, 2008 |
3pm - 5pm 7pm - 8:30pm |
Schaumburg |
| Saturday, March 1, 2008 |
5pm - 7pm 8:30pm - 10pm |
Schaumburg |
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Illinois Goalkeeper Academy is part of the Illinois Olympic Development Program (ODP).
It is open to all goalkeepers who want to learn from the best and to perform at their best.
From the Illinois Goalkeeper Academy, keepers will be identified to represent Illinois at state
and regional ODP events.
Our staff is comprised of experienced, professional US Soccer licensed goalkeeper coaches
that are dedicated exclusively to keeper training using their vast knowledge of the game and
personal playing experience.
To participate in the Illinois Goalkeeper Academy, enroll in the Illinois Olympic Development
Program. Complete and submit the ODP enrollment form, medical release form and fees to
the Illinois Youth Soccer office.
The Goalkeeper Academy will include three keeper specific training sessions conducted by
knowledgeable goalkeeper staff. In addition, the top performing goalkeepers will be invited
to participate in Illinois ODP age group pool training sessions and games.
ENROLLMENT AND COST
Click here for the registration form
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
In 2003, Illinois ODP had FIVE goalkeepers named to the US Soccer National Team Pool
and SIX goalkeepers named to the US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Pool. In addition, a
former Illinois ODP goalkeeper is currently playing in Major League Soccer.
STAFF
All of the Illinois ODP Goalkeeper Academy staff members are United States Soccer
Federation National license holders and have successfully completed the level 1, 2, and 3
National Goalkeeper License courses.
GOALKEEPER SPECIFIC TRAINING SESSIONS
Please check back soon for an updated 2007 schedule.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information contact Janet Adkins at the Illinois Youth Soccer State Office at (847)
290-1577, ext. 813 or via e-mail to: odp@illinoisyouthsoccer.org
The Illinois Youth Soccer logos and events are trademarked and may not be used and/or reproduced without
written consent from the Illinois Youth Soccer Association.
