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.
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.
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
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
Providing Maplewood and South Orange Soccer for All Ages
Travel Soccer
The purpose of the league is to give young girls & boys an opportunity to learn to play soccer in fun, and local environment. We encourage young girls & boys to participate in multiple activities, soccer being one.
Academy Soccer
Our Academy program is children from age 3 through second grade. We focus on skill development and fun through practices and intraclub games. All games are practices are in Maplewood and South Orange.
Skills Clinics
Skills clinics are available during the soccer season, school vacations, and during the summer. Click here to learn about what opportunities are available now.
Summer Camp
We offer morning camps during the summer for players of all abilities for players entering second grade through players entering eighth grade.
Spring Outdoor Soccer Leagues Now Open!
Registration for Spring Seasons Now Open,
Open Feb28th - Mar28th
Team Photos
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