📍 New Jersey • Teen-Led • Est. 2026

We build
communities
through sport.

YouthLink is a teen-led initiative making youth sports accessible, affordable, and exciting for everyone across New Jersey.

Who We Are

Run by teens, for teens. We're on a mission to bring young people together off the screens and onto the pitch.

Accessible

We remove the financial barriers to youth sports, keeping entry fees low and spirits high.

Community

Representing your school, your neighborhood, or just your group of friends.

Energetic

High energy, competitive play, and a safe environment for under-18s to thrive.

Current Project • 2026

The Weekend League

Our flagship U18 soccer tournament. Groups of friends can create teams and compete in a 2-day group-stage and knockout format.

Partner With Us

Sponsorship Deck

Put your brand directly in front of the NJ youth sports community. Break down the barriers to affordable sports.

250+

Teen Athletes

500+

Attendees

6,000+

Digital Impressions

Community

$250

  • Vendor space at the venue
  • 3 Live PA Announcements
  • Logo on website sponsor grid
  • 1 Dedicated Social Post
Popular

Equipment

$500

  • Sideline Banner on Main Pitch
  • Branding on Match Balls/Flags
  • 10x10 Booth Space Included
  • Sponsor Spotlight on Instagram

Title Sponsor

$1,000+

  • Tournament Naming Rights
  • Logo on Staff T-Shirts
  • Premium Banner behind Podium
  • Trophy Handover Opportunity
Get Involved

Volunteer With Us

We're a teen-led organization, but we need adult supervisors, referees, and event staff to make the magic happen.

Thank You!

Your volunteer application has been received. Our team will reach out shortly with next steps.

🏆 U18 Tournament • New Jersey • 2026

Build your team.
Grab your friends.
Compete.

An affordable, teen-led youth soccer tournament in New Jersey. Squads of up to 10 players can enter and compete in a 2-day group-stage and knockout format.

League Info

Tournament Details

Everything you need to know to get your squad ready for kick-off.

Location

Van Saun County Park, NJ

Age Group

Under 18 (U18)

Teams

Squads of up to 10 players

Format

A 2-day tournament with group-stage and knockout matches

Prizes

Trophy, medals, and additional awards

Mission

Making youth sports accessible and bringing young people across NJ together

Event Logistics

Schedule

Summer 2026

(Exact dates TBA)

Venue

Van Saun County Park

Paramus, NJ

Entry Fee

15 USD

Per Player

Tournament Timeline

From sign-up to the final whistle. Here's how the 2026 Weekend League will unfold.

1
Current Phase

Applications & Waitlist

Team applications are currently pending. Submit your squad of up to 10 players to secure your spot on the waitlist.

2
Pre-Tournament

Schedule Release & Check-in

Accepted teams will be notified. Brackets and fixtures go live. Captains check in on Friday evening.

3
Day 1 - Saturday

Group Stages

Teams compete in a round-robin format. Top 2 from each group advance to the knockouts.

4
Day 2 - Sunday

Knockouts & Finals

Single elimination. Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the Grand Final to crown the YouthLink champions.

Team Sign-up

Team Application

Status: Pending. Team applications for the 2026 season are currently under review. Submit your form below to be added to the waitlist.

Safeguarding & Parental Consent

Since participants are under 18, we require parent/guardian contact information.

Waitlist Received!

Your team is one step closer to the tournament! Your application is currently pending. We'll review it and contact you with the next steps.