Cougar Soccer Club

Cougar Soccer Club is a local community soccer program serving Maplewood and South Orange, NJ. We have programs for boys and girls ranging in age from 3-19 years of age. Our goal is to build a love for the game, develop skills, and be prepared for high school soccer – all while having fun in a supportive environment that puts players first.

Travel Soccer

Academy Soccer

Winter Training

Summer Camp

What You Gain

Teamwork

The Cougar Soccer Club knows the value in teamwork. Our players learn to work together to succeed on and off the field.

Skills

With professional training and a competitive conference, our players develop the skills needed to make the high school team.

Confidence

Our players learn that working hard in practice can translate into individual and team successes -- and builds lifelong confidence and perseverance.

Meet The Team

Why Cougar Soccer Club?

We have been supporting youth soccer in Maplewood and South Orange for more than 60 years. Founded by legendary Columbia High School soccer coach Gene Chyzowych, Cougar Soccer Club is dedicated to ensuring all players have an opportunity to learn skills and a love for the game. We have a strong track record of preparing players to succeed in high school. If you are looking for professional training, community development and a dedication to ensuring that all players can play regardless of financial means, Cougar Soccer Club is the place for your child. Our all volunteer board keeps administrative costs low and ensures all money is spent on training and facilities for players.

Spring Academy 2025

Fall Academy 2025

Academy - AGES 4 THROUGH 8

Our Academy program consists of Mini-Kickers, Kickers, and Academy teams. The programs are open to all local boys and girls from ages 3 to 8. These co-ed teams practice and play exclusively in Maplewood and South Orange only. This is a fun, developmental program that teaches basic fundamentals of soccer with progressive growth toward playing on our Travel teams. These fun, introductory programs allow children to develop their motor skills, build self-confidence and social skills, as well as an understanding of the game. Academy Program (U4 – U8) – Cougar Soccer Club

Academy Registration

Travel - ages 8 and older

The Cougar Travel soccer teams are talent specific teams for boys and girls ages 8-19, where players must tryout and be accepted to the program each year. Tryouts are held in the Spring and the program is open to all residents of Maplewood and South Orange, NJ. The Travel program is geared to players who wish to make a higher commitment to their personal soccer development and level of competition. Playing for a Travel team is an ANNUAL commitment to team practices throughout Fall, Winter and Spring, and league games in Fall and Spring. Travel (U9+) – Cougar Soccer Club

Travel Registration

Providing Maplewood and South Orange Soccer for All Ages

Our Sponsors

Spring Outdoor Soccer Leagues Now Open!

Registration for Spring Seasons Now Open,
Open Feb28th - Mar28th