Darien Location Staff
Joe Tortorich
Grew up in Berwyn, IL, and began playing soccer at 4 years old. Played club soccer for the Berwyn Blazers, Dupage County Attack, Hinsdale USA, and the Chicago Sockers; high school soccer at St. Joseph High School (Westchester, IL) and collegiate soccer at the University of Chicago. Joe now resides in Darien with his wife Lauren and their four awesome kids who all play for Eclipse.
Why did you join Eclipse?
My sons introduced me to Eclipse shortly after they started playing as they transitioned from recreational to club soccer. Once they began playing with Eclipse, I learned about the culture and felt the awesome energy. Coaching courses soon followed for me and I’m honored to now be a part of the amazing Eclipse Staff.
What do you like the most about coaching?
My favorite part of coaching is the personal development I see in our players, both on the field and off it. While our players improve as athletes, they also improve as people; growing each day, taking on challenges, working hard, showing up to improve, and balancing soccer with school work and other responsibilities. When this culminates in a smile and a passion for the world’s best sport, it brings me the greatest joy and I feel immensely proud
Why should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
Eclipse Select is a family. We look out for one another and we put our players first. We compete hard and at the highest levels but there’s an attention to detail that transcends soccer. The player pathways that we develop are unique to each of our players and the relationships we develop with our families are very real and truly meaningful. It is an honor to be a part of Eclipse Select and I encourage all to become a part of our soccer family!
Lou Reina
Grew up in Bolingbrook, Ill. and currently resides in Downers Grove, Ill… Youth career consisted of playing club soccer at Sports Club, which was the pioneering group of that organization that turned into the Chicago Magic… Played Division I soccer at the University of Illinois-Chicago… Joined Eclipse Select in 1998… Currently holds a USSF B coaching license.
Why did you Join Eclipse?
Rory Dames and Mike Nesci had the same vision for youth development as I did and we believed we could make this imprint on youth soccer in the Chicago area.
What do you like the most about coaching?
Helping kids reach their potential and learn to work hard and push through barriers to get to their goals
Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
It is one of only a handful of options in which players can play at any level, including the highest level in the nation. Most other options cannot provide the best players the opportunities that we can. Players can actually be part of a program that has a proven pathway to the highest level of soccer if they have the desire and commitment to get there. It’s not for everyone, but everyone has the opportunity.
Jamie Forbes
Grew up in Saint Charles, Ill… Assistant Coach – Recruiting Coordinator at the University of Illinois-Chicago 2014-2018 Serving as the goalkeeper coach… Coached two-time Horizon League Goalkeeper of the Year Kelly Fritz, who has also placed on the All-Horizon League First Team twice… Took UIC to a program-best 1.59 GAA in 2017 while securing 18 total shutouts… Played Division I soccer at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee career ranking second in all-time minutes played, wins and shutouts… Her 27 career shutouts also rank second in Horizon League history… Named Co-Defensive Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year in 2011… Participated in four NCAA tournaments, winning the Horizon League regular season all four seasons… Played three seasons with the Chicago Red Stars from 2010-2012… 2007,2008 USYS Region II Champions, 2009 USYS National Finalist… Listed as the top goalkeeper in the Chicago area by the Chicago Sun-Times … Eclipse Select was twice the No. 1 team in the nation and was No. 3 in 2008… Currently holds an NSCAA Goalkeeping Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Advanced National Goalkeeper Diplomas as well as a USSF D coaching license.
Why did you Join Eclipse?
Eclipse is home for me. Being an alum, I was eager to get back into the club environment and give back what the club gave me. Being able to start up the North site is exciting and I am looking forward to seeing it grow.
Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
If you want a club that is passionate about the game of soccer and being a family, Eclipse is the right place for you. Not only are the players developed as players, but also as young adults. Being recognized as a top club in the US, college exposure is high for the players.
Patrick McCraney
Patrick grew up in Plainfield and currently resides in Darien, Ill. In addition to coaching, he’s an award-winning journalist and worked in television news for many years. Pat currently covers the Chicago Fire as a reporter. He is the father of two boys who play at Eclipse and recently heads the LDL programming Currently holds a USSF C License.
Why Did you join Eclipse Select Soccer Club?
It’s a great club with a positive culture, where we teach the sport the right way.
What do you enjoy the most about coaching?
I love that I get to share my love of soccer with the next generation of players. it’s the best sport in the world!
Why Should prospective players join Eclipse over other clubs in the area?
Eclipse is a club that genuinely cares about your development as a player. We will push you to be your best, and we will work to put you in positions that will be fun and challenging.
LDL, Super Rec League, and Tots programing
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