Freshman Football Tryouts — Fall 2026
All incoming freshmen interested in joining the football program are invited to tryouts.
- Dates: Monday-Thursday, July 20-23, 2026
- Time: 3:45 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: Lindblom Park, 6054 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
- Check-in: Registration begins at 3:45. Practice starts at 4 pm.
What to bring:
- Athletic shorts, (2) T-shirts, and cleats (no metal spikes) if available
- Large Water bottle and small towel
- A copy of a completed physical, if applicable
- Any form of medication (inhalers/Epipen)
Format:
- Warm-up and agility testing
- Position drills and fundamentals
- Team period and evaluations
Questions?
- Contact: Head Coach Tyrice Jackson, Head Junior Varsity Coach Darryl Bounds
- Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
- Phone: Jackson {Cell # - 773-978-1019}; Bounds {Cell # - 773-495-7240}
- Program site: Lindblom Math and Science Academy; Main Office # 773-535-9300
Note: If you can’t attend these dates due to a conflict, reach out to the coaching staff in advance to discuss alternatives.