Developing Youth Soccer Players in the Greater Alton-Godfrey Region
2026 - 2027 Tryout Schedule and Registration
Boys and Girls with Birth Years 2008-2020
ID Sessions and Tryouts are free. Register online today here
Current players and newly interested players should register.
ID Sessions and Tryouts dates and times will be posted here soon.
Our Approach
The Irish Soccer Club provides technical skills development through a disciplined training approach for youth players in the Greater Alton-Godfrey, IL region. Our training includes footwork and ball skills, speed and agility, balance and coordination, proper defensive technique, technical knowledge regarding field positioning, buildup strategy, goalie training and more.
Competitive Games & Tournaments
Our teams compete in the St. Louis Youth Soccer Association (SLYSA), local, regional, and national tournaments and college Showcases. SLYSA is one of the largest youth soccer leagues in the United States. Teams travel from as far away as Quincy, IL and Cape Girardeau, MO because of the league's ability to create competitive games for all skill levels.
Teams also compete in tournaments locally, with some teams traveling throughout the Midwest. Our highest level teams have earned wins vs ECNL-RL, NPL, E64, DPL, and similar platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
When, where, what? Click here to read answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) from parents and players.
Partners
Alton Fighting Irish Soccer Club News
During the Stay at Home orders, we are providing training sessions via YouTube. You can find our sessions on our YouTube channel by clicking here. Please subscribe to our channel!
Read MoreMay 13, 2020 We are working to process refunds of fees for the 2020 spring SLYSA session which was canceled due to the Covid-19 Stay at Home orders. We will notify current members via email soon. Thank you for your patience and understanding. -The Irish Soccer Club
Read MoreTryouts for the 2020-2021 season will be held June 1 – June 7. All players must register for tryouts, which are free. Register at: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/230354 The tryout schedule will be released soon. If you have questions please email us at club@altonfightingirish.com
Read More2006 Irish Boys win Fall 2019 SLYSA Division! They received medals for their achievement at the St. Louis Ambush game on January 19, 2020. The boys finished the season with 8 wins and 2 ties in SLYSA and also won 2 tournaments, going 16-2-1. Way to go boys! The 2006 Blue are coached by Craig…
Read MoreFan Gear Winter 2020 Deadline to Order: October 15, 2020. Click here for the Irish Gear Site with dozens of items. Click here to see the flyer with all items. Click here for the Soccer Master site with a few Nike items.
Read MoreNew for the Fall 2019 Spring 2020 season – introducing the Junior Irish! Players will receive all the same benefits of being a member of the Alton Fighting Irish Soccer Club but at a reduced fee! Thanks to our sponsors and donors, players born in 2013 and 2012 will only pay $325. This is 50% –…
Read MoreTJ’s Pizza is a quick and easy way for you to earn money back to assist with your fees. TJ’s Pizza rewards 40% for fundraisers* resulting in 35% for you and 5% for the club. This breakdown not only puts money in your pocket but helps the club keep costs down and the ability provide…
Read More1 DAY GRADE 8- REFEREE ENTRY COURSE, GODFREY, ILLINOIS UPCOMING REFEREE COURSE – GODFREY, ILLINOIS Date / Time • Sat, Mar 16, 2019 9:00am – 5:00pm 1-DAY GRADE 8 ENTRY CLINIC with ONLINE TRAINING MODULES FOR: • New Referees–never been certified by USSF (certifies you to do BOTH centers and lines) • Grade 9 Recreational…
Read MoreEMMA LUCAS JOINS ALTON FIGHTING IRISH COACHING STAFF July 31, 2018 -2018 Lewis and Clark Community College Women’s Soccer Team -Captain and team MVP sophomore, junior and senior year Roxana High School -1st team all-conference all four years of high school -1st team All-Sectional team sophomore, junior and senior year -Advantage News Girls Soccer Player of…
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