The Team Chicago Academy 1999 Elite and 2002 Elite girls teams have both advanced to the Illinois Youth Soccer State Cup Semi-Finals. Both teams will attempt the capture State Championships this weekend in Northbrook, IL.

The 2002 Elite team won Bracket D with an undefeated 3-0 record. They defeated Lyons Township, Galaxy Soccer Club and GLSA Libertyville to advance to the semi-final where they will face Chicago Fire Juniors South. The winner of that match advances to the State Cup final and will face either Eclipse Select or Campton United. The Team Chicago Academy 2002 Elite semi-final kicks off at 2pm on Saturday, October 15 at Techny Prairie Park in Northbrook on Field 1.

The 1999 Elite team won bracket C with a 2-0-1 record. After defeating Oak Brook Soccer Club and Windy City Pride, they drew with FC United to win the group and advance to the semi-final where they will face Chicago Inter. The winner of that match will face either Eclipse Select or GLSA Libertyville in the Championship match on Sunday, October 16. The 1999 Elite semi-final kicks off at 8pm on Friday, October 14 at Techny Prairie Park in Northbrook on Field 2.

Good luck to both teams!