Neptune Travel Costs & Commitments
The Neptune Soccer Association is About Play, Not Pay. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to making competitive Travel Soccer accessible to all kids who want to play. Our fees are some of the lowest in NJ youth soccer.
Travel is limited to Monmouth and Ocean counties. Teams play only 5 "away" games each season, with drive times averaging 30 minutes.
We are a volunteer organization, and we do ask minimal participation from parents. This includes one weekend per season to help out on a 1-2 hour shack or field shift in fall and spring half-seasons, and one 1-2 hour shift supporting the team during the annual tournament in the spring season. Team coaches may ask for support for fundraising efforts.
Neptune residency is NOT required!
| Expense | Costs |
|---|---|
| Registration | $135 per season (fall and spring) |
| Training & Tournaments | Per team coaches; approx $100-$200 per player per season |
| Uniforms & Equipment | 2 jerseys @ approx $30 ea, shorts approx $15 ea, socks approx $9/pair. Uniforms only need to be purchased when outgrown. Ball, cleats and shin guards as priced online. |
Player Age Eligibility
As of the 2026-27 season, US Youth Soccer (NJYS) players will be grouped according to birthdate instead of birthyear, which aligns more closely with school years. Age groups are shown below.
Players are allowed to play "up" one or two groups (depending on level) but cannot play "down", e.g.: A player eligible to play U10 may play U11. A player eligible for U11 cannot play for U10.
| Age Group | Birth Date |
|---|---|
| U08 | Aug 1, 2018 - Jul 31, 2019 |
| U09 | Aug 1, 2017 - Jul 31, 2018 |
| U10 | Aug 1, 2016 - Jul 31, 2017 |
| U11 | Aug 1, 2015 - Jul 31, 2016 |
| U12 | Aug 1, 2014 - Jul 31, 2015 |
| U13 | Aug 1, 2013 - Jul 31, 2014 |
| U14 | Aug 1, 2012 - Jul 31, 2013 |
| U15 | Aug 1, 2011 - Jul 31, 2012 |
| U16 | Aug 1, 2010 - Jul 31, 2011 |
Tryout Location and Times
The Neptune Soccer Association is holding open tryouts for boys and girls born from August 2013 - July 2019. See dates below.
For older players, contact the NSA below!
Sunshine Park, 1 Pine Drive, Neptune
Please arrive 20 minutes prior to tryout start time.
Players must bring a ball!
Tryout dates are subject to change. Please visit this page prior to all tryout dates.
Rain dates will be held at the same time as original dates.
Boys' Teams 2026-27 Tryout Dates
| Age Group | Birth Date | Tryout Date/Time |
|---|---|---|
| U8 | Aug 1 2018-Jul 31 2019 | TBD |
| U9 | Aug 1 2017-Jul 31 2018 | Fri May 1 5:30-6:30 |
| U10 | Aug 1 2016-Jul 31 2017 | Thu Apr 30 5:30-6:30 |
| U11 | Aug 1 2015-Jul 31 2016 | Thu Apr 30 5:30-6:30 |
| U12 | Aug 1 2014-Jul 31 2015 | TBD |
| U13 | Aug 1 2013-Jul 31 2014 | TBD |
Girls' Teams 2026-27 Tryout Dates
| Age Group | Birth Date | Tryout Date/Time |
|---|---|---|
| U8 | Aug 1 2018-Jul 31 2019 | TBD |
| U9 | Aug 1 2017-Jul 31 2018 | Mon Apr 27 6-7p |
| U10 | Aug 1 2016-Jul 31 2017 | Mon Apr 27 6-7p |
| U11 | Aug 1 2015-Jul 31 2016 | TBD |
| U12 | Aug 1 2014-Jul 31 2015 | TBD |
| U13 | Aug 1 2013-Jul 31 2014 | TBD |
Questions? Interested in other age groups?
Parents of players in other birth years whose children would like to try out for Neptune Travel will deal directly with the coaches. Please contact our Membership Committee below to request a tryout.
Interested in Being a Travel Coach?
The NSA is always in search of volunteer coaches and paid referees.
NJYS Travel Coaches must be 18 years or older, hold a NJ State Certificate, HeadsUp/similar Concussion Certificate, SafeSport Certificate, and are subject to background checks.
Click below for applications and more information!
