We are beyond excited to share that our very own Lillian Chaddock (2010G) has been invited in to the U.S. Soccer U-15 Women's Youth National Domestic Team Camp in Fayetteville, Georgia from September 8th-13th!

Lillian’s continued involvement with U.S. Soccer is testament to her ability and determination. We are proud to call her one of our own!

Please join us in congratulating Lillian and wishing her the best of luck!! GO LILLIAN!!
 

FOM US SOCCER:

CHICAGO (Sept. 6, 2024) – U.S. Under-15 Women’s Youth National Team head coach Ciara Crinion has selected a 24-player roster to kick off the team’s new cycle with a training camp in Fayetteville, Ga. from Sept. 8-13. Fayetteville, about 25 miles southeast of Atlanta, is the new home of U.S. Soccer as the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center is currently under construction in the city. 

Twenty-three of 24 players were born in 2010, while midfielder Loradana Paletta was born in 2011. Last month, Crinion led the 2009-birth year U-15 WYNT to the Concacaf U-15 Girls’ Championship in Costa Rica, the USA’s fourth-straight title at the tournament. Paletta, the youngest player on the Concacaf championship squad, is the lone player from the regional title-winning squad on this roster. She played all five matches in Costa Rica and scored vs. Haiti.

U.S. U-15 WOMEN’S YOUTH NATIONAL TEAM ROSTER – SEPTEMBER TRAINING CAMP

GOALKEEPERS (3): Camille Barrett (Solar SC; Plano, Texas), Farah Burkholder (Challenge SC; The Woodlands, Texas), Molly Gaffney (Real Colorado; Highlands Ranch, Colo.)
DEFENDERS (8): Lillian Chaddock (Central Illinois United; Peoria, Ill.), Ally Damron (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Kylie Guerrero (Solar SC; Coppell, Texas), Sophia Polizzi (World Class FC; Tomkins Cove, N.Y.), Emma Sullivan (San Juan SC; Carmichael, Calif.), Cassandra Travers (Bay Area Surf SC; Santa Cruz, Calif.), Tori Williams (Mountain View Los Altos SC; Mountain View, Calif.), Gigi Zuniga (Mountain View Los Altos SC; Watsonville, Calif.)
MIDFIELDERS (6): Ella Ahn (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Sana Morota (De Anza Force SC; Tokyo, Japan), Zoey Nelson (Seattle United; Seattle, Wash.), Isabella Ortiz (Florida United Soccer Club; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.), Loradana Paletta (New York City FC; Syosset, N.Y.), Kiyomi Yoshimura (Mountain View Los Altos SC; Santa Clara, Calif.) 

FORWARDS (7): Kayleigh Cabigon (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Koi Edwards (Legends FC; Chino Hills, Calif.), Cali Hejduk (Columbus United SC; Westerville, Ohio), Riley Rountree (Eastside FC; Seattle, Wash.), Sadie Siedel (Mustang SC; Oakland, Calif.), Stella Spitzer (Carolina Ascent FC; Lewis Center, Ohio), Sydney Williams (Alabama FC; Milton, Ga.)

The players on the roster come from 19 different youth clubs, led by three each from Mountain View Los Altos SC and San Diego Surf SC. Nine states are represented on the squad, including 10 players from California. 

Nineteen of the players come from clubs in the ECNL, four from the Girls Academy League and one from the new USL Women’s Super League in forward Stella Spitzer.

Congratulations to Declan Schuler (2008) & Jackson Orris (2009) both invited into training with the Chicago Fire Academy as trialists.

As CIU continues to develop top talent in central Illinois, our players continue to be invited into MLS Academies for trials!

Let’s GO boys!

For all the details and to register please visit our Tryouts page here

Congratulations to all of our players who have been selected to participate in the Girls Academy League Midwest Conference Talent ID Event on February 3rd, hosted by VSA Rush at The Rec Plex located in West Des Moines, IA.

Purpose of the Talent ID Event is to highlight, identify, and improve top talent competing in the Girls Academy, while exposing players with opportunities to succeed at the highest level. To accomplish this, each conference hosts an invite-only ID event held over one weekend per year. From there, stand-out players at Conference Talent ID events may be selected to participate in National Talent ID events. This event will also provide an opportunity to be identified, evaluated, and potentially contacted by college coaches and US Soccer scouts in attendance.

We're proud to have had so many players selected to attend this annual event!

Girls - Elevate Your Game! 

CIU is the Premier Destination for Aspiring Soccer Stars in Central Illinois!

Forget the long commutes or diluted competition. Central Illinois United (CIU) offers a game-changing alternative, right here in your own backyard, while playing at the top end of the player pyramid in the @girlsacademyleague . Under the tutelage of legendary coach Mike Matkovich, with his 30+ years of experience shaping international, professional, and youth talent (including MLS and Men's National Team), you'll get access to unparalleled expertise without sacrificing local convenience!

CIU isn't just any club – it's the only Illinois club outside of the greater Chicago area competing in a National league, exposing you to the country's best while staying conveniently close.

Plus, you'll benefit from:
• Stay local: Local practices including one in-market day a week during fall and spring season.
• Potential invites to USYNT camps and GA Talent Events: Take a giant leap towards your ultimate soccer dreams, just like several of our players have.
• Flexible training: We understand multi-sport passion – our schedule accommodates busy athletes.
And the proof is in the pudding: CIU boasts a legacy of champions, including:
• National finalists, multiple playoffs appearances, and state cup titles: We don't just talk success, we live it.
• College signings galore, with two dozen Division I standouts: Our program paves the path to your academic and athletic goals.

But it's not just about trophies – it's about unleashing your potential. At CIU, you'll train with like-minded players, driven by a shared passion for the beautiful game. You'll push boundaries, hone your skills, and build a support system that will stay with you long after the final whistle.

Ready to take your game to the next level? Come discover the difference!

Don't miss your chance! Mid-year tryouts for 2012, 2011, and 2010 girls are happening on Sunday, December 17th. 2013 girls can try out on Saturday, December 9th or Sunday, December 17th. To register for YOUR opportunity, visit us at centralillinoisunited.org/girls

We can't wait to see you on the field!