About Us
Our Philosophy
Here at Chicago Prime Soccer Training our philosophy is rooted in the belief that every player has unique strengths and areas for growth. We focus on personalized, one-on-one training that tailors each session to the individual’s needs, fostering skill development, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game. By emphasizing quality over quantity, we create a supportive, focused environment where players can develop at their own pace, improve technique, and reach their full potential both on and off the field.
Al Stankovic brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience from both European and U.S. soccer. Originally from Serbia, he played 6 years in at the highest levels of youth soccer, spending six years in top-league academies and debuted professionally at 18 with FK Dorćol, a third-division club, at age 18.
He went on to play four years at NCAA Division II Oakland City University, recording 23 goals and 25 assists, followed by 2 seasons in USL League Two with the River City Rovers and 8 additional years at the semi-professional level.
Now in his tenth year of coaching, Al holds a U.S. Soccer B License and has guided players to success at every level, including leading Chicago Fire YSC to the 2025 NPL National Championship. His passion for player development and technical excellence continues to drive the mission of the program today.