Pickup Games
Pickup Games
Pickup Games
Grab A Game: Play Without the League Commitment
Looking to stay active without committing to a league? Take it “One Game At A Time” with Grab A Game! Powered by Chicago Sport and Social Club, Grab A Game offers organized pick-up play, tournaments, and learn-to-play sessions across the Chicago metro area.
Perfect for busy schedules or frequent travelers, these one- to two-hour games let you stay in the action on your terms. Sign up solo or bring friends—either way, you’re guaranteed playing time thanks to limited spots for optimal competition. Newcomers feel welcome, and regulars love returning to their favorite games week after week.
Winter Grab A Game Chicago Locations
Pickleball
Morgan MFG (West Loop)
Sheridan Park (Little Village)
Basketball
The British School (Lincoln Park)
Soccer
Canlan SportsPlex (Lake Barrington)
Chicago Futsal Academy (Rogers Park)
Volleyball
The British School (Lincoln Park)
Canlan SportsPlex (Lake Barrington)
Disney Magnet School (Andersonville)
The Drucker Center (Lincoln Park)
Romeoville Athletic Center
SPF’s Winter Fieldhouse (Logan Square)
Find a game that fits your schedule at GrabAGame.com and take it one game at a time!
All games are open to males and females, but there is no required gender ratio.
5v5 Basketball
5v5, 6v6, 7v7, and 8v8 Indoor Soccer
8v8, 9v9, and 11v11 Outdoor Soccer
4v4 and 6v6 Indoor Volleyball
Rec (C), Intermediate (B), Upper-Intermediate (B+/BB), and Competitive (A)
4v4, and 6v6 Beach Volleyball
Rec (C), Intermediate (B), Upper-Intermediate (B+/BB), and Competitive (A)
Pickleball
A Grab A Game host on site at each game ensures everything runs smoothly and players get the most out of their playing time. Each player can expect about an hour of actual playing time or more for Basketball, Soccer, and Floor Hockey Games. Volleyball is limited to six players per team and two teams per court so all players get to play the whole time.
Most of the time, all you need to bring is yourself. However, for certain sports such as Floor Hockey, players often bring their own stick and eyewear. We have extra floor hockey sticks and goalie gear for players to borrow.
We'll always provide the equipment, court/field set-up, and balls needed to play.
Soccer players are encouraged to bring shin guards, but they're not required.
Check the event description for suggestions on footwear - specifically for soccer events.
For games where teams need to be differentiated by jersey color, such as soccer, we will provide clean pinnies.
LEVELS
Our pickup games are open to all skill levels. Volleyball games have a specific skill level assigned to each event ranging from Recreational (C) to Competitive (A). For all of our other sports, we typically see intermediate level players, but recreational and competitive players feel welcome when they attend. Grab A Game hosts are experts at making balanced teams so the competition is well-matched. Click here to check out the skill level descriptions specific to volleyball.
Recreational
The recreational level is geared towards participants that are just looking to have fun. This is the most basic level that the CSSC offers, you can think of it as the "beginners" level. Participants that play at this level are out to enjoy themselves and not out for the sheer competition of the sport. Most players have not played on an organized team before or have only played for a couple of seasons. This is a great level for beginning teams to start and a great way to begin your team's dynasty.
Intermediate
The intermediate level is geared towards participants who are still relatively new to the sport but are seeking a little bit more competition. You can think of it as the "middle of the road" level. Participants that play at this level have a good knowledge of the rules and the game and are ready to become more competitive but are still not all that serious. Most participants at this level have played for a few seasons. This is a great level for those teams that have had success at the recreational level and are now ready to step their game up!
Competitive
The Competitive level is geared towards the participant that has played their respective sport for a large portion of their life and enjoys the sheer competition of the sport. You can think of this level as the "professional's" level. Participants at this level should definitely have their game face on and expect a tough game. This is great level for those of you who are in it to win it!
Open
The Open level is available to all levels of play. It is "open" to everyone. It is a combination of skill levels that usually skews towards the intermediate level, depending on the sport.