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ECNL WELCOMES NEW CLUBS INTO THE NORTH ATLANTIC FOR 2025-26 SEASON

Four promoted clubs expand conference to 12 teams.


RICHMOND, Va. (March 12, 2025) -  The ECNL is proud to announce Delaware FC,Philadelphia Ukrainians, PSA Monmouth, and SJEB FC will all be promoted into the ECNL Boys North Atlantic Conference for the 2025-26 season. With these additions, the North Atlantic will now sit at 12 teams, improving the schedule and game structure of the conference as well as adding depth and quality through performance-based promotions from the ECNL  Regional League.


“When the ECNL speaks about a proven pathway for clubs and players, these four clubs are a perfect example,” said ECNL Boys Commissioner Jason Kutney. “Each of these clubs embraced the process, competing to demonstrate their quality over multiple seasons in the ECNL Regional

League. As a continuation of our announcements over the past several weeks, this growth in the North Atlantic Conference is concrete evidence of the merit-based opportunities in the ECNL. This is the basis of strong, stable leagues and clubs for the long-term.

Players interested in joining South Jerseys only ECNL Boys club can sign up for our upcoming tryouts:

SJEB FC BOYS ECNL, ECRL & PRE-ECNL TRYOUT REGISTRATION FORM


SJEB FC

Location: Pitman, NJ
Founded: 1996

In 2024, SJEB FC had three teams qualify for the ECNL Boys Regional League Playoffs - East, two of which advanced all the way to the ECNL Boys Regional League Finals. This season, SJEB’s U14s and U18/19s currently lead the South Division of the ECNL Boys Regional League - Northeast, with others right in the thick of a playoff race. With the ECNL Boys North Atlantic on deck, SJEB is ready to finish the season strong and bring that momentum into next season.


“SJEB FC is honored and excited to be joining the top tier of the ECNL Boys,” said Executive Director Don D’Ambra.

“Our selection is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our players, coaches, staff and board and a very beneficial move for everyone at our club. We fully trust in ECNL Boys to provide the platform and competitive structure to aid us in developing top players who are given maximum opportunities and exposure. We thank the ECNL for the invitation and look forward to the challenges ahead.


About the ECNL:

The ECNL is the nation’s leading youth soccer development platform. The ECNL respects and celebrates the unique individuality of every youth soccer player and club, supporting and enabling them to unleash their unfettered passion and fierce tenacity in striving to achieve their

potential.


The ECNL mission to Raise the Game is a total commitment to create the best possible environment for players, coaches, referees and administrators, with a determination to constantly question convention and challenge the status quo in youth sports.


The ECNL Commitment: We will lead, set our eyes on new horizons, and pursue them relentlessly. Born out of the belief in a better way. Continued in the ever-evolving pursuit of excellence.


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