Section 8 Chicago is an Independent Supporters Association with the vision to unite all Chicago Fire fans, to create a dominant in-stadium force unseen in any American team sport and to establish a home-field advantage whenever the club plays.

>> 2007 Section 8 Chicago ISA Media Guide

The ISA exists to serve Fire fans and its affiliate supporter groups and promote their interests. A listing of Chicago Fire supporter groups recognised by the ISA (with links to their websites) is available in the right-hand column.

We also suggest all fans review these excellent links for information on the Chicago Fire Soccer Club, and worldwide supporter culture ::

2008 ISA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chairman :: Ben Burton (Independent)
The ISA Chairman oversees the activities of the board and serves as the primary liason between the ISA and the Chicago Fire Soccer Club, Toyota Park, and the village. Chairman Ben enjoys long walks on the beach, chilled boxes of wine, and animals.
email - ben(at)section8chicago.com

Vice-Chair/Communications :: Mike Fotopolous (The Last Ward)
The Vice-Chair schedules and records meetings, manages communications for the board, and steps in if the Chairman gets shot.
email - mike(at)section8chicago.com communications
email - communications(at)section8chicago.com

Director, Marketing and Merchandise :: Pola Henderson (Ultras Red-Side)
Marketing and Merchandise plans Section 8 recruitment and promotion, plans and executes ISA sponsored events, and sells/commissions new merchandise.
email - pola(at)section8chicago.com

Director, Finances :: Mario Ortega (The Last Ward)
Finance plans the ISA budget, allocates financial resources, and disperses charitable funds.
email - mario(at)section8chicago.com

Director, Operations :: Liam Murtaugh (Ultras Red-Side)
Operations coordinates matchday events at home and on the road, and maintains the supporters' banner and flag inventory.
email - liam(at)section8chicago.com

WHAT IS SECTION 8?

Section 8 is the supporters' area at Toyota Park, located in the Harlem End (north side) of the stadium comprising Sections 117 and 118. Section 8 is a standing room only, general admission area where your participation is expected in supporting the Fire. Your view may be obstructed. For 2008, the ticket price is $200/season, or $15-$20 for an individual match.

Click here for information on buying Section 8 tickets.

WHERE WE GATHER

For Fire matches home and away, at whatever stadium the team happens to be playing in (and the parking lot for tailgating beforehand). Check this site frequently for up-to-date roadtrip information

However, we understand (sort of) that not everyone can make it to each match. Outside of the stadium these establishments are prime congregation points for Fire supporters.

North Side
The Globe Pub, 1934 W Irving Park
(Irving Park/Damen/Lincoln)
http://www.theglobepub.com

Loop
Manhattan's, 415 S Dearborn
(Dearborn/Van Buren)

Wicker Park
SmallBar Division Street, 2049 W Division
(Division/Damen)
http://www.thesmallbar.com

Southwest Side
Beefy's, 5749 S Harlem
(Harlem/57th)