BILLINGS FC ANNOUNCES SUMMER YOUTH ACADEMY TRYOUTS AHEAD OF COPITA ALIANZA SHOWCASE

Billings FC Announces Summer Youth Academy Tryouts Ahead of Copita Alianza Showcase

Chicago, IL — Billings FC has officially announced tryouts for its Summer Youth Academy, an elite short-term program designed to prepare top Chicago-area players for competition at Copita Alianza, the largest Hispanic youth soccer showcase in the United States, taking place July 18–19 in Rockford, Illinois.

The Summer Youth Academy brings together high-level players from across the city to train, compete, and gain exposure in one of the premier scouting environments in North America. Copita Alianza annually attracts scouts and representatives from major professional and national programs, including Chivas, Club América, Chicago Fire, U.S. Youth National Teams, the Mexico National Team, and additional MLS, Liga MX, and professional academies.

“This is about putting Chicago talent on a national stage,” said Billings FC leadership. “Copita Alianza is one of the most competitive and heavily scouted youth events in the country, and we’re building teams capable of competing at that level.”

Elite Training, National Exposure

The program begins July 7 and features two weeks of elite training led by Billings FC’s professional coaching staff. Players will train three times per week at Riis Park Turf in Chicago, preparing tactically, physically, and mentally for high-level competition.

Program features include:

  • Professional-level training environment

  • Competition at Copita Alianza

  • Full uniform package

  • Development-focused coaching and mentorship

  • Exposure to college and professional scouts

The Summer Youth Academy is open to players from all clubs and leagues and does not interfere with existing club participation. Players competing in MLS NEXT, ECNL, NPL, YSSL, NISL, and other leagues are encouraged to attend.

Who Should Attend

Billings FC is seeking players who want to:

  • Train in a professional environment

  • Compete against top national competition

  • Be evaluated by college and professional scouts

  • Represent Chicago on a major stage

Rosters will be selective to ensure a high-performance training and competitive environment.

TRYOUT LINK

About Billings FC

Billings FC is known as Chicago’s Neighborhood Club, built on the belief that elite opportunities should be accessible to local players. The club’s academy model emphasizes player development, exposure, mentorship, and competition at major showcases, providing a clear pathway for advancement.

“We believe Chicago produces elite talent,” the club stated. “Our mission is to make sure those players are seen.”

Tryout Information

Players interested in participating must attend tryouts and register in advance.
If accepted, player fees are $325.

Train. Compete. Be Seen.
Interested players are encouraged to follow the tryout registration link and secure their opportunity to represent Chicago this summer.