PALATINE CELTIC
High School Boys
RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
Spring 2026
Registration is OPEN
New to the Palatine Celtic Soccer Club programming is the High School Boys House program. We will be putting together teams for this Recreation league for current Freshman through Seniors each spring. The Celtic HSB Recreation league is a recreational soccer league with teams playing each other, while hopefully also promoting partnerships from different community programs including Barrington, Schaumburg, Cary, and other surrounding communities.

JUNIOR ACADEMY PROGRAM
WINTER 2025-26
We’re excited to announce that registration for our Winter Junior Academy is now officially open!
As we head into the winter season, it’s the perfect time for your player to continue developing their soccer skills in a structured and supportive environment. Whether your child is new to the sport or already has experience, the Celtic Junior Academy offers the ideal setting to build technical skills, athleticism, and soccer intelligence.
Our program focuses on ball mastery and core fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. In addition, players will be introduced to more advanced concepts including spacing, communication, and overall game flow.
Ages 3–4 will explore the game through fun games, and engaging activities that introduce core soccer skills—sparking a love for the sport!
Ages 5–7 will take it up a notch with dynamic drills focused on athletic development and technical ball mastery, helping them grow into confident, skilled young players ready to take on the game!
Location
Falcon Park Recreation Center
2195 N Hicks Rd, Palatine
Savings Alert!
DICK's Sporting Goods Coupons
Our partner, DICK’S Sporting Goods, is offering additional coupons that can be redeemed through the end of the year!! Be sure to use the coupon linked below, as this is specific to our organization.
Celtic Recreational
FALL TOURNAMENT
Champions & Finalists
2025
SPRING 2025
ALL STAR GAMES
2025 Recreational Spring Season Rewind
What a fantastic season! Our recreational soccer program wrapped up another exciting year filled with teamwork, growth, and fun. From first-time players to returning stars, everyone showed great sportsmanship and skill development. Thanks to our dedicated volunteer coaches, supportive families, and enthusiastic players, each game was full of energy and memorable moments. We’re proud of the progress made on and off the field—and can’t wait to see everyone back next season!
Palatine Celtic 2007G Black advances to the Semi- Finals at US Club Soccer National Cup Finals!
After winning US Club Soccer Midwest Regionals, the Palatine 2007G Black went 2-1-1 at the US Clubs National Cup and became the first Palatine Celtic team in its 56 year history to advance to the semi-finals at a National Event!
Dominque Bartoletti, Lia DiGirolamo, Natalie Dompke, Erika D'Angelo, Ciera Ewanio, Sofia Kepski, Lily Mayer, Ava Millan, Kyra Miller, Grace Morton, Gianna Pietrini, Maddie Rams, Molly Rodino, Jada Roussel, Addison Rushing, Sami Serpico, Cami Tofilon, Coach Gordy Poluyanskis, Coach Nick Walan
GAME RESULTS
Game 1 vs Sporting Iowa ECNL-RL, IA
Goal: L. Mayer, S. Serpico
Assist: S. Serpico
Win 2-1
Game 2 vs. RSL West Valley Showcase, AZ
Goal: L. Mayer, C. Ewanio, S. Serpico
Assist: S. Serpico, N. Dompke, L. DiGirolamo
Win 3-1
Game 3 vs. Virginia SA ECNL-RL, VA
Tie 0-0
Semi-Final vs. FC United ECNL-RL, IA
Loss 0-1
Palatine Celtic 2009B Black takes on Denver, CO!
Palatine Celtic 2009B Black kicked off the season by placing first in their bracket at the Crossroads of America College Showcase. The team punched their ticket to US Club Soccer's Midwest Regionals by winning their NISL NPL division. The boys closed out an AMAZING season with a strong showing at US Club Soccer National Cup Finals!
Will Allen, Alex Bailon, Michał Grzywaczewski, Thibault Hagen, Adam Jakimiuk, Evan Kasparaitis, Jefferson Lopez, Angel Magdaleno, Miguel Rabadan, Gavin Schmidt, Ivan Sotelo, Peter Stoichev, Zach Tofilon, Brandon Tornez, David Vallejo, Coach Matt Hamnett, Coach Scott Robertson
GAME RESULTS
Game 1 vs Blitz Academy FC AFC, OK
Goal: B. Tornez
Loss 1-2
Game 2 vs. Sting SC NPL NTX Kovacevic, TX
Goal: M. Rabadan, B Tornez
Win 2-1
Game 3 vs. Phoenix Rising FC North Valley PRFC, AZ
Goal: B. Tornez - 2
Win 2-0
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PALATINE CELTIC
Player Developmental Pathways
Palatine Celtic SC provides a soccer program for boys and girls of all ability levels. The player pathway describes how a player can progress through our programs. The Palatine Celtic program starts players with the Junior Academy Program and moves along on either the recreational or competitive pathway.
Program pages provide more details so that you know what to expect. Players may move between the recreational and competitive pathways at any age. Palatine Celtic is committed to aligning coaching practices to support all pathways in an effort to best enable players to develop throughout their time with the club.
Celtic Junior Academy
Program

Our Celtic Junior Academy is the first competitive step in the Palatine Celtic SC player pathway. The goal of this program is to ignite a passion for the game in our youth! Each training will focus on developing the athletic, technical, and tactical abilities in each player.
Our coaching philosophy is based on the development of the individual player. Our staff is focused on creating a positive environment for your player to develop their skills, foster creativity, and spark joy for the game.
The program is open to all boys and girls, Pre-K, K and 1st grade. Each session is led by our Program Director, Hannah Fuchs. Our junior academy is broken down into two age groups.
- Ages 3 and 4
- Ages 5 to 7
Please click below for more Celtic Jr Academy information:
Recreational
Program
The Palatine Celtic House Recreational Program is our volunteer-based program. From U7, players are introduced to the game of soccer in a fun and relaxed environment. Players stay active, develop skills and strengthen foundations. The recreational program consists of independent fall and spring seasons that include an in house league and tournament. Summer Camps are available in June and July.
The house recreational program is available to players of all skill levels. Availability will depend on field space, age group and gender. Waitlist registrants can increase their chances of being placed by indicating their willingness to help coach their child’s team.
Competitive Program
From U8, players may tryout for the competitive program, or start/continue in the recreational program. The Palatine Celtic Competitive Program is for year round player-focused development. Teams are coached by USSF Licensed Professional Coaches. Players are exposed to competitive training and different playing environments to develop their physical, technical and tactical skills. The competitive program challenges our players to develop as players and leaders while competing at a high level. Level availability will differ depending on age group and gender.
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Important Dates
Recreational Program
January 12
Spring 2026 Registration OPENS
February 27
Fall 2025 Registration CLOSES
March 11-13
Team Notification via Demosphere app
(make sure to have the app downloaded to your phone and you are signed in to your family account)
~April 1st (week of)
Spring practices may begin (PPD decision)
April 11th/12th
Opening Game Weekend
end of May/early June TBD
U9-U14 Kinsella House Tournament/All Star games
Celtic Spirit Store
will open in March for SPRING 2026
Gear up and support your favorite player and soccer club at the Celtic Spirit Store!
Important Dates
Competitive Program
March 3
NPL Opening Game Week
March 22
Last day of Winter Training
March 30
First day of Spring Training
April 11th/12th
IWSL/YSSL Spring Opening Weekend
April (Dates TBD)
2018-2011 Tryouts for 26/27 Season
August TBD
Celtic Girls Night Out
Preseason Training
August 28th-31st
Celtic Cup Tournament
September 5th/6th
IWSL/YSSL Fall Opening Weekend
Together Everyone Achieves More
