GA Clubs in New Jersey

Cedar Stars Academy Bergen is a youth soccer organization primarily operating out of Carlstadt, New Jersey, serving the immediate surrounding areas including Secaucus, Kearny, East Rutherford, Union City, Lodi, Hasbrouk, Patterson, Hoboken, and Fort Lee. The club offers programs for various age groups, with teams ranging from U-14 through U-19. Cedar Stars Academy Bergen is recognized for its commitment to high-quality coaching, providing access to top-notch facilities, and implementing a structured developmental pathway that prioritizes individual skill growth and competitive team play. The club fosters a soccer-specific culture and environment designed to challenge, stimulate, and elevate the overall standard of elite youth players. They feature an eclectic mix of players and coaches from diverse backgrounds, contributing to a blend of high-caliber soccer and comprehensive mentoring. Cedar Stars Academy Bergen participates in elite youth soccer leagues, including MLS Next, Girls Academy League, USYS Elite 64, and the National Academy League, offering the highest level of competition and a clear development pathway for its players.

Leagues: MLS Next, Girls Academy, MLS Next 2

Cedar Stars Academy Monmouth is a youth soccer organization operating in the immediate surrounding areas of Freehold, Red Bank, Ocean Township, Long Branch, Asbury, Tinton Falls, Manalapan Township, Holmdel, Hazlet, and Malboro, New Jersey. The academy was established in 2011. It provides a competitive learning environment for youth players, fostering creativity and nurturing intrinsic motivation. The club's philosophy emphasizes a personal journey for players to master soccer fundamentals through good technique and game understanding, following the CSA methodology. All training sessions are conducted at the world-class Capelli Sport Complex in Tinton Falls, NJ. Cedar Stars Monmouth is a proud member of the MLS NEXT platform, offering a high level of competitive play. The club aims to develop players who continually improve their competence and understanding of the game.

Leagues: MLS Next, Girls Academy, MLS Next 2

Real Futbol Academy (RFA), formerly Real Jersey Football Club, is a premier youth soccer program based in Medford, New Jersey, founded in 2016. RFA is recognized for developing exceptional talent that competes at various levels, including national championships, collegiate programs, and professional arenas. They field teams for age groups U8 to U19, competing in leagues such as MLS NEXT, MLS NEXT 2, GIRLS ACADEMY, and NATIONAL ACADEMY LEAGUE. RFA emphasizes a holistic approach to player development, focusing on cultivating a winning mentality, a defined playing style, and camaraderie, guided by principles of grit, passion, and excellence. They have strong ties to the Philadelphia Union, leveraging their player development platform. RFA has a successful track record of placing players in collegiate programs and has had athletes represent the United States in international competition and play professionally.

Leagues: MLS Next, Girls Academy, MLS Next 2

SJEB FC is a youth soccer organization operating primarily in South Jersey, serving players from Ocean and Atlantic Counties. The club utilizes premier facilities such as Tuckahoe Turf Farm and Total Turf Experience for its home games and training. While the exact establishment date is not specified, the club has been active for a significant period, evidenced by its long-running EPL Fantasy league. SJEB FC is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to developing well-rounded players through age-appropriate technical, tactical, physical, and psychological training methods. The club offers a free Junior Academy program for younger players, emphasizing skill development in a low-pressure environment. SJEB FC teams compete in top competitive leagues including the Girls Academy League (GA), USYS National Pro League, EDP, EDP Futures, ECRL, ECNL RL, and the National Academy League (NAL). The club also fields a Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL) team.

Leagues: ECNL RL Boys, Girls Academy

STA Morris United is a prominent youth soccer club based in Morris County, serving Northern New Jersey. The club is recognized as a preeminent soccer program, providing opportunities for talented and committed players across the state. STA offers a comprehensive pathway for player development, catering to all ability levels from recreational to elite national prospects. Their unique approach includes a large staff of full-time professional coaches dedicated to an unrivaled development experience. STA Morris United competes in top national leagues, including the Girls Academy League and Boys ECNL, along with the USYS/EDP National League platform and Boys ECNL Regional League. The club also features Girls DPL and senior teams in USL2, WPSL, and USL Academy. STA's vision is to be a highly revered youth soccer club, emphasizing personal, player, and coach development while instilling a deep love for the game and essential life skills.

Leagues: ECNL Boys, ECNL RL Boys, Pre-ECNL Boys, Girls Academy