2025 NYC Cosmopolitan Boys Winter Showcase Open for Registration
The Cosmopolitan Junior Soccer League (CJSL) proudly announces the dates and open registration for the 2025 NYC Cosmopolitan Boys Winter Showcase, a premier tryout-based college showcase for high school–aged players (graduating classes of 2026 and 2027) across New York City. The program runs from November 10 through December 1, 2025, with registration open now for two locations - Queens College and Manhattan College.
Built on CJSL’s mission to develop pathways for youth players and elevate its clubs, the Winter Showcase provides a low-cost, high-value opportunity for players to gain visibility among college coaches and recruiters. Players selected from the tryouts will participate in the College Showcase Match on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Queens College Varsity Field, where scouts and collegiate representatives will be in attendance.
“Every CJSL initiative is guided by our mission to create the best environment for player growth and opportunity,” said Max Watson, CJSL First Vice President. “The Winter Showcase is designed to ensure every player, regardless of background, has access to pathways that can transform their future. We’re elevating our clubs, spotlighting our talent, and helping our players take the next step in their soccer and academic journeys.”
Tryout Details and Locations
Queens College Varsity Field (Flushing, NY)
Stage 1 Open Tryout: Monday, November 10, 2025 — 7:30–9:00 PM
Stage 2 Invite Only: Monday, November 17, 2025 — 7:30–9:00 PM
Manhattan College – Gaelic Park (Bronx, NY)
Stage 1 Open Tryout: Thursday, November 13, 2025 — 7:00–8:30 PM
Stage 2 Invite Only: Thursday, November 20, 2025 — 7:00–8:30 PM
Partner Spotlight: andGO Sports
The CJSL continues to expand its network of opportunities through its partnership with andGO Sports. Founded in New York in 2008, andGO has an extensive network of college coaches and associates worldwide, specializes in connecting student-athletes with their best-fit college or university programs.
andGO Sports’ leadership team is composed entirely of former student-athletes and brings personal experience and empathy to the recruitment process, guiding players through what can be one of the most important and stressful decisions of their young lives.
“We’ve walked in the same shoes as these players—navigating the challenges of recruitment while chasing our academic and athletic dreams,” said Marco Da Fonte, Co-Founder of andGO Sports. “That shared experience drives our mission. We’re proud to partner with CJSL to help New York City’s talented young players find their best-fit college and continue their soccer journey.”
As part of its commitment to creating inclusive and developmental pathways, CJSL also offers the Emil Cohill College Scholarships for tenured CJSL players who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and dedication to the league’s values both on and off the field. Check out the players who won a scholarship in 2025.
The NYC Cosmopolitan Boys Winter Showcase reflects the heart of CJSL’s mission: to foster youth soccer for the physical and moral benefit of players while advancing the interests of its member clubs. With initiatives like this, CJSL continues to set the standard for youth soccer development and opportunity in New York City.
