The Chicago Force women's football team is holding tryouts for its 2012 season.
The first will take place Saturday, Nov. 19 at the University of Illinois-Chicago (inside the main gym), 839 W. Roosevelt Rd. Tryouts are 3-6 p.m.; arrive by 2:45 p.m. to register.
The second is Saturday, Dec. 17, at Evanston Township High School Fieldhouse (indoor gym) 1600 Dodge Ave., Evanston, 1-3 p.m.; arrive by 12:45 p.m. to register.
Prospective players should also plan to attend a post-tryout meet-and greet with coaches and players immediately following the practice.
Both tryouts will consist of sprints; agility and strength assessments; and football fundamentals. It will also include a Q&A session. Tryouts are open to women 17 and older.
There is a one-time $20 tryout fee for new players. Call the Force hotline at 312-405-4130 or visit www.chicagoforcefootball.com for more information.