ODP Central Illinois provides players from outside the Chicagoland area to be identified for opportunities at the State, Regional and National levels. The program provides a pathway for serious soccer players who are dedicated and eager to elevate their game. ODP offers an opportunity to train under the guidance of highly certified and experienced coaches. Our goal is to identify individuals with exceptional potential from across the state. Additionally, ODP is a neutral training program, welcoming players from all leagues, clubs and competition platforms.
2025-2026 Season
If you have any questions, please email Rico at odp@illinoisyouthsoccer.org
Important Dates
August 25 – Registration Opens
September 26 – Training
October 17 – Training
November 8 – Training
Eligibility
ODP Central is open to all players born 2012-2014 regardless of club or competition you play. Players will have the opportunity to participate in training sessions, where they will work closely with our experienced ODP staff. Following the final training session in November, our coaches will select the top-performing players from all the trainings. Players will be either be formed into teams or individuals may be invited to participate in friendly matches throughout the winter, providing them with valuable game experience and exposure.
Locations
Springfield Training
Address TBD
Rantoul Training
Rantoul Family Sports Complex
744 S. Murray Rd.
Rantoul, IL 61866
Normal Training
OSF Athletics Training Center
405 N. Main St
Normal, IL 61761
Boys Schedule
Training Schedule
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, September 26 | 7:30pm-8:45pm | Springfield, IL |
| Friday, October 17 | 7:30pm-8:45pm | Rantoul, IL |
| Saturday, November 8 | 8am-12:30pm | Normal, IL |
Girls Schedule
Training Schedule
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, September 26 | 6pm-7:15pm | Springfield, IL |
| Friday, October 17 | 6pm-7:15pm | Rantoul, IL |
| Saturday, November 8 | 12:30pm-5pm | Normal, IL |
Registration
ODP Central will offer 3 training dates. Players have the option to sign up for one (1) or two (2) or all 3 trainings. The deadline to register will be one week before each training.
| TRAININGS | COST |
| 1 Training | $95 |
| 2 Training | $175 |
| 3 Training | $250 |
Forms
Scholarship / Financial Aid
Deadline will be September 14, 2025
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 |