Social Sports Leagues Perfected

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As your own full team, with friends or by yourself!

Full teams join all the time, plus we create free agent teams in each coed league for those looking to be placed with others. These teams aren't made until all spots are filled, so sign up and request to play with friends while there's space and you're guaranteed to play together. Or join solo to meet new people! We pride ourselves in running the most organized, unique and FUN leagues that you'll ever be a part of. And we're the ONLY leagues where ALL teams head to the same nearby bar for post-game hang outs and mingling amongst teams! So what are you waiting for!? JOIN A LEAGUE TODAY to experience for yourself what makes S3 "More than just a league".

Every League Crazy Fun, Every Time.

Be active and get social!

Countless new friendships, relationships, champions & great memories made --- plus tons of S3 weddings and babies!

We are welcoming & unique.

We only offer a handful of leagues every session to ensure that each is run with the care and attention you deserve. You'll have a one-of-a-kind league experience where meeting new people and being social are part of the fun. Getting together with the same group of teams every week at games and our sponsor bar creates an environment where relationships easily form!

We level the playing field.

In any league, some teams are better than others. So for playoffs in S3, teams are placed into multiple divisions based on regular season records for final day tournaments. This creates a more fair and balanced playoffs where similarly skilled teams compete to be league champs. And the winner of EACH division gets a team party at your sponsor bar to celebrate the season!

We have the lowest fees.

We are an independently run and locally focused organization. We're proud to offer the lowest team and player fees while making it our mission to provide what we're consistently told is the best league experience in town! We're truly grateful to all the great teams and players that have chosen to join us over the years to help make this Simply Social Sports experiment a lasting success.

What People Are Saying

  • My experience with S3 has been absolutely wonderful! Over four years ago, I joined a kickball team as a free agent, not knowing anyone. Everyone meshed so well that we've been signing up together as a team ever since. It's evident that Ben, who manages the league, is deeply committed to S3 and goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone has a great time. The league is well-organized, fostering a friendly environment that makes every game something to look forward to. If you're looking for a way to meet new people and stay active, I can't recommend S3 enough.

    Chris Avatar Chris
    May 28, 2024
  • We’ve been partnering with S3 for years now and it’s always a great experience working with Ben and the team! Constant communication and great location options to pick from for the various sports. We look forward to partnering with them every season!

    Jillian Duffy Avatar Jillian Duffy
    May 28, 2024
  • S3 Leagues are SO FUN, and a really great way to meet people who want to meet people… New to the city? Still not feeling like your pre-COVID social self? Well-established but just want to expand your social circle? People join for so many different reasons but prioritizing connection is a common theme. Come join us!

    Jarrett James Avatar Jarrett James
    March 28, 2024
  • My wife and I recently moved to Chicago and we signed up for a S3 kickball league. The process we simple and we were matched with other free agents. The league itself was fun (we opted for a less competitive bracket) and we enjoyed hanging at the sponsor bar afterwards with the various teams. We played at Stanton Park and the fields were in solid condition and there was plenty of parking near by. Looking forward to signing up for another league soon!

    Stevann Waithe Avatar Stevann Waithe
    February 28, 2024
  • I've met most of my close friends by playing in the S3 leagues. This is despite the fact that I lack any athletic talent. Unlike other leagues, they match you with people in the same age range, ensuring that you meet people who you have things in common with.

    April Samuelson Avatar April Samuelson
    December 28, 2023
  • I joined the S3 bowling league on a whim a few years ago and now I can't imagine getting through a Chicago winter without bowling on Sundays. Everybody in the league are really friendly and if you join a team by yourself you are sure to make a few new friends during the season. I've done kickball and softball as well which are also a lot of fun. All the leagues are pretty laid back and are geared towards making new friends instead of being super competitive. Ben makes everything really easy and does a great job putting the teams and leagues together

    Matt Johnson Avatar Matt Johnson
    November 28, 2023
  • I'm currently participating in my third league this year with S3 Leagues, and it's been a fantastic experience. With a large number of combinations available and the added fun of a partner bar, S3 truly offers an engaging sports and social experience. I'd highly suggest S3 Leagues to anyone eager to join and make new friends.

    Elle Bennett Avatar Elle Bennett
    October 21, 2023
  • 3 years ago I joined a group of random people for kickball at S3, and now they're some of my closest friends, and we've still been playing kickball 3 years later! Ben is always extremely responsive if you ever need anything, and great at organizing all of these sports. Have had nothing but the best of experiences at S3!

    umang kapadia Avatar umang kapadia
    September 28, 2023
  • My friend and I joined this league the summer we moved here from the east coast and in that first random team we made 5 best friends that we still play with today and we were all at my friends wedding last weekend! this is an impeccably ran, fun and efficient league that leads you to finding your best friends in surprising places. HIGHLY recommend.

    Elizabeth Gamache Avatar Elizabeth Gamache
    September 21, 2023
  • To start off, Ben is super organized and clearly knows what he is doing. I have played in his S3 leagues multiple times and every time it's a positive experience. Volleyball (indoor and outdoor) are a great time to not only play but to meet new friendly people. Communication is on point, answers all my questions in a timely manner and whoever his Umps are, they are the best!

    Al-Rahim Jiwani Avatar Al-Rahim Jiwani
    August 28, 2023
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