The Canaryville Lions are a full contact team (boys & girls ages 7-14) and play throughout the Chicago area. We strive to continue to provide a safe sporting environment for the youth in our community.
IMPORTANT TEAM DATES
- Free Summer Football Camp July 2023 – dates and times coming soon!
- Fall Practice Starts August 1, 2023 Monday – Thursday 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM
- Season starts August 2023!
- Picture Day Wednesday, September 17th, 2023
*** Homecoming Dance ***
Friday October 13th, 2023
2023 SCHEDULE
Saturday September 9, 2023
Lions @ Garfield Park Gators
14 U Varsity 10:30 AM
8 U Mighty Mites 12:00 PM
10 U Pee Wees 1:30 PM
12 U Widgets 3:00 PM
Saturday September 16, 2023
Eagles/Outlaws @ Lions
8 U Mighty Mites 10:00 AM
10 U Pee Wees 11:30 AM
12 U Widgets 1:00 PM
14 U Varsity 2:30 PM
Saturday September 23, 2023
Jaguars @ Lions
8 U Mighty Mites 10:00 AM
10 U Pee Wees 11:30 AM
12 U Widgets 1:00 PM
14 U Varsity 2:30 PM
Saturday September 30, 2023
Lions @ TBD
8 U Mighty Mites 10:00 AM
10 U Pee Wees 11:30 AM
12 U Widgets 1:00 PM
14 U Varsity 2:30 PM
Saturday October 7, 2023
Lions @ Jokers
8 U Mighty Mites 10:00 AM
10 U Pee Wees 11:30 AM
12 U Widgets 1:00 PM
14 U Varsity 2:30 PM
*** Homecoming Dance ***
Friday October 13th, 2023
Saturday October 14, 2023
TBD @ Lions Pink Game
8 U Mighty Mites 10:00 AM
10 U Pee Wees 11:30 AM
12 U Widgets 1:00 PM
14 U Varsity 2:30 PM
Saturday October 21, 2023
Lions @ TBD
8 U Mighty Mites 10:00 AM
10 U Pee Wees 11:30 AM
12 U Widgets 1:00 PM
14 U Varsity 2:30 PM
McInerney Playlot (Practice Field)
Taylor Lauridsen (Home Field)
647 West Root Street Chicago, IL 60609-2632
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is registration?
Online registration is currently OPEN and continues until weigh-in day. In person registration starts August 1st and continues until first game.
What do I need for registration?
You will need a birth certificate, sports physical and the registration fee. That fee is $250.00.
Can I pay the fee in cash?
We accept cash for in person registration. Payment should be by personal check, money order in person, or Visa, Mastercard, or American Express online. If a personal check is returned for insufficient funds you are responsible for any fees.
When does practice start?
Practice starts on Tuesday August 1st, 2023.
Where is practice?
The entire team practices at McInerney Playlot, a Chicago Park located at 4446 S Emerald Ave.
When is practice?
Practice is five days a week in August, Monday through Friday, 5:30 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. Once the season starts practice is Tuesday through Thursday, same time.
When does the season start?
The season starts weekend of August 26th-27th 2023.
When does the season end?
The regular season ends 8 weeks after the start of the season. The season may be extended if a Team makes the Playoff Game, and the Championship Game.
When are the games?
Home games and Away games may be on Saturday and/or Sunday.
How many home games?
Normally the team plays four home games.
Where will the home games be played?
Taylor-Lauridsen Park located at 742 W 42nd St.
What time are the games?
Times to be determined by League and will be announced when schedule is published.
What does my child wear to practice?
Until football equipment is issued, your child can wear a tee shirt and gym shorts. No hats! No jewelry! The player will need an athletic supporter and cup along with cleats (no metal).
When is football equipment issued?
We will issue equipment if the child’s fee has all forms, registration fee has been paid in full, and physical is completed. Equipment will be handed out August 30th & 31st at the Union Ave Methodist Church – 4350 S Union Ave, Chicago. Signups after these dates are suited up Friday 5:30pm to 7:30pm by appointment only.
Can I provide my own equipment?
Yes, with your coaches inspection and approval. No jerseys with personalized names!
What if my child loses or damages the football equipment?
You are responsible to replace the equipment with new equipment or pay for new equipment before your child plays in their next game.
When do I return the football equipment?
Immediately after your child’s last game, whenever that happens.
Can I watch my child practice?
Absolutely! We encourage parents to attend practice every day and become part of the Lion’s family!
What about games?
Even more absolutely, and bring your friends, cousins, grandmothers/fathers, anyone who wants to watch kids have fun playing football.
Come check us out today!
