The Cosmopolitan Junior Soccer League (CJSL) is the oldest youth soccer leagues in the United States, founded in 1933. CJSL is affiliated with ENYYSA (Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association) and US Youth Soccer, and serves clubs throughout New York City and surrounding areas.

CJSL provides elite travel, developmental 4v4 events , and girls-only competition pathways, with a strong emphasis on competitive balance, player development, referee respect, and administrative compliance.

CJSL Elite Travel League

• Age Groups: U8–U19

• Fall and Spring seasons

• Standings-based league play

• Referees assigned for all matches

• Team Fee:$275 per team, per season

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/competitions/cjsl

CJSL 4v4 Developmental League

• Boys & Girls

• Age Groups: U7–U8

• Grassroots 4v4 format

• No standings or scores recorded

• Referees assigned for all play dates

• Team Fee:$125 per team, per season

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/competitions/cjsl-4v4

Girls City League - CJSL in partnership with EDP

• Girls Age Groups: U9–U13

• Reduced travel, competitive divisions

• Match formats:

  • U9–U10: 7v7

  • U11–U12: 9v9

  • U13: 9v9 or 11v11

• Team Fee:$905 per team (full season)

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/competitions/girls-city

New York Winter Tournament - in Partnership with Juventus Soccer Academy

• Weekend Games from Mid-December through early March

• Outdoor matches, weather permitting, played primarily at Randall’s Island, Queens, and Brooklyn (clubs may offer to host at their home field)

• Official referees assigned

• Age Groups: Boys U9–U17 | Girls U10–U15

• Team Fee: $300 per team

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/competitions/new-york-winter-tournament

Please complete a “New Club Application Form” that can be found by clicking HERE

Clubs applying for CJSL membership must meet minimum league standards related to team structure, facilities, coaching, and governance.

New clubs are expected to register a minimum of two teams. Clubs with only one team may be granted conditional acceptance, provided a second team is formed within one year. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the club being unable to register teams in the following season.

Applicants must provide proof of access to a home field, including a valid field permit. The field must be suitable for league play and capable of hosting at least two consecutive home matches.

Clubs are required to submit their club philosophy and player development approach, along with a list of coaches and their credentials. All coaches must meet ENYY/US Soccer requirements, including background checks, SafeSport, Heads Up training, and the minimum Grassroots coaching license.

As part of the vetting process, all new clubs must participate in a virtual meeting with CJSL. Clubs transitioning from another league may be reviewed for any prior competitive or administrative issues.

Final approval for new clubs is determined by CJSL member clubs at an official Delegates Meeting or Annual General Meeting (AGM), held annually in June and December.

CJSL operates on a seasonal basis, offering Fall, Spring, D-League (4v4), and Winter playing opportunities throughout the year.

CJSL Elite Travel & Girls City League

Fall Season

• Runs from September through mid-December

• Teams typically play 8–10 league games

• Matches are scheduled primarily on weekends

Spring Season

• Runs from late March through early June

• Teams typically play 8–10 league games

• Matches are scheduled primarily on weekends

Game totals may vary slightly by age group, division, field availability, and weather-related rescheduling.

CJSL D-League / 4v4 Developmental Program

• Designed for U7–U8 boys and girls

• Consists of 4 play-day events

• Play days are spread out over approximately 3 months

• Set event dates rather than weekly matches

• No standings or scores recorded

CJSL Winter Season

• Runs from mid-December through early March

• Offered as a winter outdoor competition option

• Supported in partnership with Juventus Soccer Academy

• Schedules and game counts vary by program and age group

CJSL schedules are structured to support player development, consistent competition, and seasonal field availability across all programs.

Fall Season Team Registration Opens June 1st and Closes July 15th.

Spring Season Team Registration Opens December 1st and Closes January 15th.

Winter Tournament Registration Opens by October 15th and Closes November 15th.

Visit our CJSL Events Link for more important dates and events.

Coaches

Coaches in CJSL must meet all U.S. Soccer and ENYYSA Safe Soccer requirements in order to be approved for league play.

Required:

• US Soccer Coaching License (minimum Grassroots in-person or higher)

• Background Check

• SafeSport Training

• Heads Up Concussion Training

• Adult Code of Conduct / Ethics Agreement

• Must be fully registered and approved in GotSport

Coaches Requirements & Resources: [Click Here]

Managers & Club Administrators

Managers and Club Administrators are only required to complete a Background Check to be affiliated with CJSL.

No coaching license, SafeSport training, or concussion training is required unless the individual is also listed as a coach.

Required:

• Background Check

• Registration and approval in GotSport

Divisions are based on prior standings, competitive history, registration data, and league review.

CJSL uses promotion and relegation principles between seasons. Fall Season is used to determine Spring Season alignments.

A list and description of the Division of Play in CJSL can be viewed Here

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/resources/division-levels-of-play

Beginning Fall 2026, as per USYSA youth teams will transition from the current calendar-year(January 1-December 31) model to a seasonal-year (August 1-July 31) model, grouping players by birthday accordingly.

For more info- Click Here

Teams must be placed based on prior season standings.

• 1st–3rd place: move up in division level.

• Losing records: move down in division level.

• Competitive records: remain at division level

CJSL reviews all registrations and may adjust placement to maintain competitive balance.

Player Registration Fees

• $26 per player – CJSL / ENYYSA / US Youth Soccer carding & insurance

• $10 per player – Recreational / developmental carding (when applicable)

Players must be registered and carded in the correct CJSL carding event in GotSport before participating in any match.

Coach Registration & Compliance Requirements

• There is no fee to add or register coaches in GotSport

• Coaches must complete the following four required compliance items (fees may apply through providers):

  • Background Check

  • SafeSport Training

  • CDC Heads Up Concussion Training

  • Minimum U.S. Soccer Grassroots Coaching License

Non-compliant coaches will not be approved and will not appear on match-day rosters.

Roster minimums and maximums vary by age group and game format (7v7, 9v9, 11v11).

All teams must meet CJSL Standards of Play and ENYYSA requirements to participate in league matches.

Official standards:
https://www.cjslsoccer.com/resources/cjsl-rules-regulations#games

Referees are assigned for all CJSL matches.

Match formats:

• 7v7 & 9v9: 1 referee

• 11v11: 3-person referee crew

Official referee fee schedules must be followed:

• [Click Here] Referee Fees

• Each team is responsible for half of the referee fee

• Referees are paid on match day

• Failure to pay referees will result in a forfeit, fines and disciplinary action

Clubs must ensure:

• Printed official match-day roster (2 Hard Copies) 1 to be given to the Referee and the other to the Opponent prior to the start of the match. No Digital Rosters allowed.

• Only properly registered and approved players and coaches that are on the roster can be on the sideline. No Handwritten players allowed.

• Referee fees ready for payment

All matches must follow CJSL Standards of Play, which cover:

• Field dimensions

• Playing time

• Goal size

• Ball size

• Match format by age group

Required references:

• Game Guidelines:
  [Click Here]

• Standards of Play:
  [Click Here]

Failure to comply will result in forfeits and/or fines.

Game scores must be entered in GotSport using the official scoring link and PIN.

• The winning club is responsible for entering the score

• If the match ends in a tie, both teams must enter the score

CJSL reviews and finalizes all results in GotSport.

• League approval required

• Opponent agreement required

• Requests must be submitted using the official form at least 7 days prior the match to avoid fees being assesed.

• Late or unapproved requests result in fees and referee payment responsibility

Game Change Policy:
[Click Here]

Game Change Request Form:
[Click Here]

Official CJSL information is communicated through:

• Club administrator emails

• The CJSL website

• GotSport notifications

Resources:

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/resources/cjsl-rules-regulations

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/resources/cjsl-bylaws

https://www.cjslsoccer.com/resources/referees

• CJSL GotSport Player Registration Guide for Club Administrators.
  [Click Here]
  

• GotSport Support Page
  [Click Here]
  

Matches are played rain or shine unless a field is officially closed by the field owner or municipality.

The home team is responsible for ensuring the field is open, permitted, and playable, and must notify both the league and the opponent at least two (2) hours prior to kickoff of any weather-related field closure. A CJSL Weather Cancellation Form is required for all weather cancellations.

All weather-related decisions and procedures must follow the official CJSL Weather Policy.

CJSL Weather Policy & Cancellation Form:
https://www.cjslsoccer.com/resources/weather-policy

CJSL enforces strict sideline behavior standards in accorance with US Soccer Policy 531-9. Clubs and coaches are responsible for their sidelines. Violations result in disciplinary action, including fines and suspensions.

Click Here for More Info.

Primary Contacts

• League Director: DimitrieD@cjslsoccer.com

• Director of Club Development: RonR@cjslsoccer.com

CJSL Office
📧 office@cjslsoccer.com