Illinois Pre-ODP serves as an introduction to the broader Illinois ODP. The program is for serious soccer players who are passionate and eager to elevate their game. This program offers an opportunity to train under the guidance of highly certified and experienced coaches. Our goal is to create a dynamic environment where young athletes can thrive, enhance their skills, and face new challenges that foster both personal and athletic growth. Additionally, Pre-ODP is a neutral training program, welcoming players from all leagues, clubs and competition platforms.
2025-2026 Season
Registration for 2025-2026 season will open September 1, 2025. This winter each Pre-ODP age group will train with their proper age group and no longer combined. There will be multiple sessions offered and players could sign up for one or all of the sessions. Each session will consist of 4 training dates and a 5th date of games. If you have any questions, please email Rico at odp@illinoisyouthsoccer.org
Important Dates
August 7 – Pre-ODP Winter Training Dates Posted
September 1 – Registration Session 1 Opens
October 21 – Uniform Order Deadline
October 31 – Registration Deadline Session 1 (or until full)
November 10 – Pre-ODP Webinar
November 15 & 16 – First weekend of Session 1 starts
Eligibility
Illinois Pre-ODP is open to all soccer players in Illinois born in 2016 & 2017. Pre-ODP provides a platform for players to develop their skills and train at a high level. There are no State Team selections in Pre-ODP. Additionally, Pre-ODP is a neutral training program, welcoming players from all leagues, clubs and competition platforms.
Registration
There will be two opportunities to join Pre-ODP, Session 1 and/or Session 2. Each session includes 4 training dates, with each training being 1.5 hours long and participation in a 5th date which will be the Pre-ODP Festival. The cost is $375/session, players can sign up for one or both sessions. There will only be 50 spots available for each session. Registration closes October 28 or until full.
Pre-ODP – Session 1
Pre-ODP – Session 2
Schedule – Session 1
Winter Training Schedule – Girls
Winter Training Schedule – Boys
Schedule – Session 2
Winter Training Schedule – Girls
Winter Training Schedule – Boys
Locations
2016-2017 Age Group
Schaumburg Sport Center
1141 W. Irving Park Rd.
Schaumburg, IL 60193
Uniform
The ODP training uniform is required for all participants. Players retuning from the 2024/2025 season do NOT need to purchase a new uniform. All NEW players must order the training uniform. Deadline to order October 21
Pre-ODP Uniform
Forms
Financial Assistance Application
Illinois Youth Soccer Association provides an application for financial assistance for those interested in participating in Pre-ODP. The application form can be found below. Please make sure to complete the form and provide the additional required documents to be considered.
Training Absence Form
If you are going to miss a training session, please complete the absence form.
Newsletter
Starting in November there will be a weekly newsletter sent out to all participants. These newsletters include important program updates. Newsletters will also be posted on this page for those who miss an email.
Pre-ODP Festival
The Pre-ODP Festival will take place in early February. Only those who are registered for a Pre-ODP session this winter can participate in this event. For more information regarding the Festival will be sent in January. Players will be split into teams and play 3 games that day. In the past Missouri and Wisconsin ODP have sent teams to participate in the festival.
Contact Us
| Position | Name | |
| ODP Director | Marek Radziszewski | marekr@illinoisyouthsoccer.org |
| Technical Director | Adam Howarth | doc@illinoisyouthsocce.org |
| ODP Administrator | Ivan Rico | odp@illinoisyouthsoccer.org |