Illinois Youth Soccer is excited to welcome European Sports as its newest sponsor and Official Retailer. A family-run business with deep roots in the Illinois soccer community, European Sports has proudly supported players, families, and clubs for decades.
“This partnership is a natural fit,” said Chris Jamrozy, Illinois Youth Soccer Director of Marketing & Communications. “If you have played soccer in Illinois, you have either shopped at or know of European Sports. With brick-and-mortar stores and online ordering, it provides us the opportunity to provide unmatched customer service to our Olympic Development Program players and club, team and recreational members that choose to work with Bruce and his team.”
“The Olympic Development Program represents the highest level of opportunity for young players, and I was in awe of this growing up,” said Bruce Janek, Owner and President of European Sports. “To now be in a position where our family business can support today’s elite athletes and their families through this partnership is incredibly meaningful to us. We’re proud to stand alongside Illinois Youth Soccer and help support these talented players and their families.”
About European Sports
European Sports is built for soccer families and offer pricing to fit every budget. Family-owned and operated since 1997, the company serves Chicagoland through four soccer specialty stores in Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Schaumburg, and Crystal Lake, along with online shopping that serves families nationwide. European Sports makes shopping easy and welcoming by pairing to soccer brands with knowledgeable staff who understand the demands of soccer life. From first-time players to lifelong fans, families can find gear that fits their needs, season after season. The Schaumburg location also serves as Team Headquarters, providing custom uniforms and spiritwear for more than 100 local clubs, schools, and organizations. At its core, European Sports is about treating every customer like family and supporting the communities it serves.
Through this partnership, Illinois Youth Soccer members will benefit from expanded programs and services, including:
- Illinois ODP uniform fitting and ordering: Players can visit any European Sports location to try on New Balance ODP kits for proper fit, with options for in-store pickup or home delivery.
- IYSA Bucks Program: This gives member recreational programs $1 in “bucks” for every registered player. Now they can select from a larger array of products thru European Sports to better serve their members.
- Annual Awards: Illinois Youth Soccer award recipients will receive a $75 European Sports gift card.
- Referee support: Special pricing on referee uniform packages.
- Club services: Opportunities for uniform ordering, spirit wear and coaches gear for member clubs and recreational programs plus more initiatives in future years.
- Exclusive offers: Special promotions available to ODP players and their families.
To learn more about European Sports visit https://europeansports.com/