10/29/2026
π ROAD TO NATIONALS / PLAYOFF UPDATE π
Steelers Family, what a weekend of football! ππ€
Our 8U Red, led by Coach Niah, fought a tough battle in the semifinals against the undefeated #1 JR Celtics. Although we came up short, these kids showed so much heart, resilience, and determination from beginning to end.
We are extremely proud of this group and everything they accomplished this season. The future is definitely bright for these young athletes, and we canβt wait to see whatβs next for them! πͺπΎ
Our 10U Red, led by Coach Billy, is another special group of kids. Watching these boys play football is truly a sight to see. Every time they step on the field, you see flashes of greatness and just how much potential this group has.
They fought their butts off in their semifinal matchup against Ottawa, but unfortunately came up short. That doesnβt take anything away from the season these kids had or how proud we are of them. Keep your heads up, fellas. Your journey is just getting started! π
And then thereβs our 11U Black, led by Coach Antho! ππ₯
Our 11U Black took care of business against Rockford in the semifinals with a 20-0 SHUTOUT, officially punching their ticket to the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! π
This group continues to show why they are the #1 11U team in the state. They are now 8-0 on the season, and week after week these kids continue to show up, compete, and get the job done.
But the job isnβt finished yet.
11U Black is headed to the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! ππ₯
Congratulations to all of our players, coaches, Team Moms, parents, and families. Whether your season ended this weekend or youβre still fighting for that trip to Nationals, we are proud of the way our kids represented the Elgin Steelers.
Wins and losses are part of football. What matters is what these kids learn, the relationships they build, and the way they continue to fight when things get tough.
We are proud of ALL of you! ππ€
LETβS GO STEELERS!
π 11U BLACK β FINISH THE JOB! π
ππ€ ELGIN STEELERS β’ ONE FAMILY β’ ONE MISSION