As the foremost developmental organization in the world, the Chicago Steel are committed to providing a first-class environment for our players on and off the ice. 

This includes a safe, positive home life for Steel players during the hockey season.  Our housing families, or billets, are committed to ensuring that our players may live safe and comfortably during the hockey season which begins with player arrival in late August and runs through the conclusion of playoffs which can wrap up just before Memorial Day Weekend depending on the team's success in the postseason. 

Steel players range in age from 16-20, and housing families act as surrogate parents for the young men during the hockey season. Housing can be a very exciting and rewarding experience for all those willing to open their homes to players who are chasing their dreams of playing in the National Hockey League.  Over 95% of players matriculate to NCAA Division 1 hockey following their time with the Steel.  Most housing families keep in contact with their players as they move through the ranks of college and professional hockey. 

Holly Schlesser, the team's housing coordinator matches each player's personality, background, transportation needs and pet allergies with quality homes. Furthermore, each potential housing family is carefully screened and must go through USA Hockey's Safe Sport program.   

Players are expected to follow all "house rules" of the housing family as well as adhere to the general rules and guidelines set forth by the hockey club.  Players and families are presented with a handbook that details expectations and guidelines.  In-home visits are performed to ensure the home meets all USA Hockey and Chicago Steel requirements. 

Families are required to provide a player with his own room and to provide the player with meals.  Billet families receive a monthly stipend, tickets to all home games for each member of the household, special events, and additional benefits.  Families are not required to provide transportation for the player. 

For more information, please complete the Housing Application below. To learn more, please contact Holly Schlesser at (630) 417-1781 or by email at housing@chicagosteelhockeyteam.com.