Youth Football Leagues, Programs & Clinics in DuPage County & Chicagoland | Sawmill Sports Hub
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Football Programs at Sawmill Sports Hub
Sawmill Sports Hub offers premier youth football programs in DuPage County and throughout Chicagoland, providing year-round opportunities for beginner through intermediate athletes to learn, grow, and compete in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
Our Co-Ed and Boys Flag Football Leagues serve players from 1st through 8th grade, emphasizing fundamental skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship through exciting, non-contact play. For athletes ready to elevate their performance, our 7v7 Youth Football League delivers a fast-paced, competitive experience that builds football IQ, speed, strategy, and on-field confidence.
We’re proud to be a leader in Girls-Only Flag Football programs for middle school and high school athletes, creating an empowering environment where female players can develop skills, leadership, and a lifelong love for the game. Older athletes can also sharpen their performance in our Quarterback and Wide Receiver Clinics, featuring position-specific instruction focused on technique, footwork, timing, and game awareness.
Whether your athlete is new to football or focused on refining advanced skills, Sawmill Sports Hub delivers one of the most complete and inclusive youth football experiences in DuPage County and Chicagoland — where every player can learn, compete, and have fun.
Key Features of Our Football Programs
- Individual and/or Team Registration
- Non-Competitive for Beginner Programs
- Competitive for Higher Level Programs
- Trained Coaches for all Classes, Clinics and Camps
- Opportunities for Parent Coaches
- Professional Coaches for Higher Levels
- Age Specific Programs
- Sportsmanship Focused
- Girls-Only Playing Opportunities
- Fun and Supportive Environment
- Positive Player Recognition
- Focus on Skill Development
Overview
Flag Football Train & Play (1st & 2nd Grade)
Our Flag Football Train & Play Program at Sawmill Sports Hub is the perfect introduction to football for 1st & 2nd grade athletes. This program blends skill-based training with guided gameplay, creating a fun, supportive environment where young players can learn the fundamentals while still enjoying real game action.
What Is Train & Play?
Each session is split into two parts:
- Training: Coach-led drills focused on core flag football skills.
- Play: Small sided games that reinforce skills learned that day.
This structure ensures every athlete stays engaged, improves each week, and gets plenty of touches on the ball.
Program Highlights
- Ages: 1st & 2nd Grade.
- Skill Development: Passing, catching, flag pulling, spacing, and basic football IQ.
- Balanced Play: Emphasis on equal participation and development for all athletes.
- Beginner-Friendly: No prior football experience required.
- Positive Environment: Supportive coaching with a focus on effort, teamwork, and fun.
Flag Football Train & Play is the ideal starting point for families seeking a positive, structured introduction to youth football!
Program Details
Flag Football Registration
2026 Season
Winter 1 Flag Football 2025
Grades: 1st & 2nd
Cost: $140 + $30 one-time annual facility membership fee.
When: Fridays
Date: 12/5 – 1/30 8 weeks
NO GAMES: 12/26
Winter 2 Flag Football 2025
Grades: 1st & 2nd
Cost: $140 + $30 one-time annual facility membership fee.
When: Fridays
Date: 2/6 – 3/27 8 weeks
Spring Flag Football 2026
Grades: 1st & 2nd
Cost: $140 + $30 one-time annual facility membership fee.
When: Fridays
Date: 4/10 – 5/29 8 weeks
Overview
Welcome to our Girls-Only Youth Flag Football League at Sawmill Sports Hub — a supportive, empowering, and inclusive program created specifically for female athletes. Designed for beginner to intermediate players, this recreational league focuses on building confidence, developing fundamental football skills, and fostering a lifelong love for the game in a positive, non-competitive environment.
League Highlights
- Ages: We offer divisions for 6th–8th grade girls and high school girls, providing age-appropriate instruction and competition. Whether your athlete is new to football or looking to sharpen skills, this league offers a welcoming space to grow, make friends, and be part of a team.
- Rules: League rules are designed to promote balanced play and skill development by preventing any single player from dominating the game, ensuring all athletes stay involved and engaged.
- Focus: This league emphasizes fun, teamwork, leadership, and skill-building, making it an ideal choice for girls looking to develop confidence, athletic ability, and a strong foundation in flag football.
Program Details
Girls Flag Football Registration
2026 Season
Winter 1 Flag Football 2025
Ages: 6th – 8th Grade & High School
Cost: $140 + $30 one-time annual facility membership fee.
When: Fridays
Date: 12/5 – 1/30 8 weeks
NO GAMES: 12/26
Winter 2 Flag Football 2026
Ages: 6th – 8th Grade & High School
Cost: $140 + $30 one-time annual facility membership fee.
When: Fridays
Date: 2/6 – 3/27 8 weeks
Spring Flag Football 2026
Ages: 6th – 8th Grade & High School
Cost: $140 + $30 one-time annual facility membership fee.
When: Fridays
Date: 4/10 – 5/29 8 weeks
Overview
Our Girls Flag Football Practice Clinics at Sawmill Sports Hub are designed to complement our Girls-Only Flag Football League, providing female athletes with additional opportunities to develop skills, build confidence, and prepare for game play in a structured, supportive environment.
These clinics focus on the fundamentals of girls flag football, including passing, catching, route running, flag pulling, proper positioning, and overall football IQ. Sessions are led by experienced coaches and run in a high-energy, positive setting that encourages learning, teamwork, and growth for athletes of all skill levels.
Whether a player is new to the sport or looking to sharpen her abilities, these clinics offer extra reps, individualized coaching, and game-like scenarios to help athletes feel more confident, prepared, and game-ready on league days.
Open to all girls participating in the league or those interested in improving their flag football skills, these practice clinics provide an excellent opportunity to train, improve, and gain confidence on the field.
Program Details
January 2026
Grades: Middle School & High School
Cost: $75
When: Sunday, 1/4[3-4pm], OFF 1/11, 1/18 & 1/25[4-5pm]
Overview
Our 7v7 Youth Football League at Sawmill Sports Hub is a non-contact, fast-paced format that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and game awareness. Designed for athletes looking to sharpen offensive and defensive abilities during the off-season, 7v7 removes linemen and tackling to spotlight quarterbacks, receivers, and defensive backs.
Games are played on a smaller field with a running clock to keep the tempo high and the action continuous. With no running plays, every down is a passing play — helping athletes develop timing, route running, catching, coverage techniques, communication, and overall football IQ.
This league is perfect for players looking to:
- Improve passing, catching, route running, and defensive coverage skills
- Build communication, chemistry, and football IQ with teammates
- Compete in a safe, controlled, and fun non-contact environment
- Prepare for tackle football season or higher-level competitive leagues
Divisions:
- 3rd–4th Grade
- 5th–6th Grade
- 7th–8th Grade
Program Details
7v7 Football League
2026 Season
Winter 1 7v7 Football 2025
Grades: 3rd – 8th Grade
Cost: $140 per player + $30 membership fee
When: Sat/Sun
Date: 12/6 – 2/1 [8 Games Season]
NO GAMES: 12/27 & 12/28
Team Registration!
Spring 7v7 Football 2026
Grades: 3rd – 8th Grade
Cost: $140 per player + $30 membership fee
When: Sat/Sun
Date: 4/11 – 5/31 [8 Games Season]
Team Registration!
Overview
The Next Level Quarterback Academy, led by elite training partner Next Level Athletix, offers weekly quarterback and wide receiver group training for both girls and boys at Sawmill Sports Hub. This high-level program provides athletes with advanced skill development as they prepare for the off-season and upcoming competitive play.
Training sessions focus on quarterback mechanics, footwork, throwing accuracy, and pocket presence, while also developing wide receiver route running, catching technique, timing, and on-field communication. Sessions are run in a focused, competitive environment that challenges athletes while reinforcing proper technique and football IQ.
Athletes may register for the full training season or attend individual sessions through flexible drop-in options. Next Level Athletix is widely recognized as a Midwest leader in elite quarterback development and training.
What To Bring:- Personal water bottle with your name clearly labeled
- Quarterbacks should bring their own football
- Tennis shoes, turf shoes, or cleats (all permitted)
Program Details
Next Level QB/WR Academy
2026 Season
Winter 2 QB/WR Training 2026
Grade Levels:
1st–5th Grade (4:00pm–4:55pm)
Middle School & High School:
6th–12th Grade (5:00pm–5:55pm)
Cost:
Quarterbacks: $60 per session (Max 10 athletes)
Wide Receivers: $20 per session (Max 15 athletes)
Dates: January 6 – February 26
Tuesdays & Thursdays (8 weeks)
Overview
Holiday Football Camp – Led by Greg Holcomb & Next Level Training
Give your athlete a competitive edge this holiday break with elite quarterback and skills training from Greg Holcomb and his Next Level Training staff. This high energy camp focuses on developing the core fundamentals that translate to on field success, footwork, throwing mechanics, route running, catching, and overall football IQ.
Athletes will train through position specific drills, controlled competitions, and detailed coaching designed to build confidence and elevate performance. Greg Holcomb’s proven training system has helped develop some of the top quarterbacks and skill players in the region, making this a unique opportunity for young athletes to learn from one of the best.
Open to all experience levels, this camp provides a supportive yet challenging environment where players can sharpen their skills, stay active over break, and take their game to the next level.
Join us at Sawmill Sports Hub for a fast paced and motivating football experience powered by Next Level Training!
Program Details
Next Level Holiday Camp
Coming soon!