NJODP 2026/2027 Tryout Registration (Registration links at bottom of the page)

Are you ready to elevate your game and reach your full potential? The New Jersey Olympic Development Program (NJ ODP) offers a transformative opportunity for young athletes to showcase their talent, receive elite coaching, and join a developmental pathway that has prepared players for success at regional, national, and international levels. 

Registration for the 2026/2027 NJODP Tryouts (Birth Years 2010–2015) will open on May 15.

The tryout process consists of two stages. All players must register to participate in Stage 1. Please view Boys and Girls separate Tryout schedules/locations below.

Boys Tryout Dates & Location

All Boys sessions will be held at:
Friendship Field – Bordentown FC
455 Ward Ave, Chesterfield, NJ 08515 Click here to view boys map/schedules

Stage 1: Open Tryouts (All Boys Players)

• Saturday, July 18
• Sunday, July 19
• Saturday, August 1
• Sunday, August 2

Stage 2: Invitation Only

(Players selected from Stage 1)

• Saturday, August 15
• Sunday, August 16

Schedules and field maps will be posted in the coming weeks.

Girls Tryout Dates & Location

Sessions will be held at:
Friendship Field – Bordentown FC (all dates expect July 19th)
455 Ward Ave, Chesterfield, NJ 08515 Click here to view girls map/schedules

Vista Field-Jackson Mills Soccer Complex (July 19th only-morning sessions)
334 Jackson Mills Rd Jackson, NJ 08527 Click here to view girls map/schedules

Stage 1: Open Tryouts (All Girls Players)

• Saturday, July 18
• Sunday, July 19 (*morning in Jackson)
• Saturday, August 1
• Sunday, August 2

Stage 2: Invitation Only

(Players selected from Stage 1)

• Saturday, August 15
• Sunday, August 16

Schedules and field maps will be posted in the coming weeks.

Important Notes

• Registration is required to participate in tryouts
• Players must attend assigned sessions for evaluation
• Invitations to Stage 2 will be sent following Stage 1

Register Now

To complete your registration:

• Click the registration link below (Sports Connect)
• Create a new account or log into your existing account
• Navigate to Available Programs
• Select your region and complete registration
• Once registered, you will receive all communication regarding schedules, updates, and next steps.

If you experience any issues, please contact:
[email protected]

The NJODP ODP Selection Process

The New Jersey Youth Soccer ODP selection process is conducted annually, providing players the opportunity to showcase their talent and earn a place in the program. Players begin with Stage 1 tryouts, and those selected advance to Stage 2. Following Stage 2, successful players are invited to represent New Jersey ODPfor the upcoming cycle.

The tryouts are led by experienced coaches skilled in identifying players with exceptional potential. Each player is assessed on four critical components that define a well-rounded soccer player:

• Technical Ability: Ball control, dribbling, passing, and shooting skills.
• Tactical Awareness: Decision-making, positioning, and understanding of the game.
•  Physical Attributes: Speed, strength, endurance, and agility.
• Psychological Attitude: Focus, resilience, and teamwork.

Players demonstrating the strongest performance across these areas are selected to join New Jersey ODP, reflecting their potential to excel in competitive environments.

Evaluation Criteria

Players are assessed across four fundamental areas that define a successful soccer player:

• Technical Ability: Skills such as ball control, dribbling, and passing.
• Tactical Awareness: Decision-making, positioning, and understanding of the game.
• Physical Fitness: Speed, strength, stamina, and overall athleticism.
• Mental Toughness: Focus, resilience, and the ability to perform under pressure.

These evaluations are conducted by experienced coaches, ensuring each player is given a fair and professional assessment.

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