FC 1974

What ages and program levels does FC 1974 offer?FC 1974 is GLSA’s competitive club pathway for boys and girls youth teams formed through tryouts, with tryout groupings spanning from U8 through U18-style age brackets plus goalkeeper sessions. GLSA separately operates recreational seasons, Youth Academy, camps, and other community programs for families who are not on an FC 1974 roster. Older players can also explore U23 programming and the UPSL men’s track offered alongside FC 1974 within Greater Libertyville Soccer Association.

Where does FC 1974 train or hold tryouts?Most FC 1974 tryouts take place at the Libertyville Township Soccer Complex (LTSC), 30080 Technology Way, Libertyville, IL 60048, with check-in at the office next to Field 1. Some girls sessions use Canlan Sports Libertyville instead, so confirm the listing for your player’s birth year. The organization’s mailing and office address matches the LTSC campus.

How do tryouts and registration work?Register online at least twenty-four hours before the first tryout night for your age group. A $150 tryout deposit is collected at registration; it credits toward annual registration dues when a player accepts a roster offer, and it is refundable only through the end of the second tryout night. Bring cleats, shin guards, a ball, and water, and plan to check in early. Potential ECNL-level players can submit an evaluation inquiry so a Director of Coaching can schedule a look before tryouts.

What is FC 1974’s mission or coaching philosophy?GLSA’s broader mission is to provide a positive soccer experience matched to each participant’s interest and ability since 1974, with a vision that develops technical, tactical, physical, and psycho-social qualities while stressing teamwork and sportsmanship. FC 1974 adds the Performance Based Success Program idea: combine deep technical development with the competitive habits needed to perform—and win—when it matters, while still prioritizing performance quality in most matches, especially for younger ages.

How can families contact FC 1974 or GLSA?Call (847) 984-2897 or email eleeseglsa1974@gmail.com. The office is at 30080 Technology Way, Libertyville, IL 60048. Weekday hours shift between fall/spring and summer/winter schedules, with weekends closed. Complete tryouts and competitive enrollment through Register Now and Sport Ngin account sign-in from the Greater Libertyville Soccer Association home registration flow.