Registration is currently open for the NJYS Young Olympians Program, with programming scheduled to begin in early March (click here).
Girls and boys from birth years 2012-2013 are eligible to participate in the NJYS Young Olympians Program. Sessions are hosted regionally (south, shore, central and north) to facilitate participation throughout the state. Sessions will be covered by a consistent core of NJYS coaches following an age-appropriate curriculum and methodology at each location. This effort will establish uniformity in training sessions and related player evaluations.
The Young Olympians Program is an introductory stage for players who aspire to play at a high level and provides a pathway to participate in the NJYS Olympic Development Program (ODP). Each player’s abilities will be assessed, and the sessions will be segmented so that players are training with others of like ability. The program will focus on improving the player's technical ability and tactical awareness while exposing players and parents to the US Youth Soccer ODP and NJYS ODP environment.
The Young Olympians Program includes three training sessions, as well as 4v4 and 9v9 tournaments. Pre-registration is required. The cost for the program remains at $150 (unchanged from 2022) and, as a bonus, registered players will receive complimentary access to the Techne Futbol training platform (beginning in March). Techne Futbol was founded by Yael Averbuch, former ODP standout and US Women’s National Team player. The platform provides players with activities that they can perform on their own.
Please note that to ensure a proper training environment, registration will be limited to fifty (50) players, per region, age group and gender, on a first come, first served basis. If demand exceeds capacity, NJ Youth Soccer will create a waiting list and seek solutions for those individuals desiring to participate.
Registration is now open. Click here to register and for additional details regarding schedules.
NJ Youth Soccer is excited to offer this exceptional opportunity for its membership and aims to build upon the successes of prior years. We look forward to seeing the players on the field. Please email us at [email protected] with any additional questions regarding the program.