The Summer Gap

Your club stops in June.
The best players don't.

Top clubs slow down in summer. Serious players still need real games.

NYC Summer Soccer Invitational is presented by JOGA NYC x HDRFC for serious U15-U18 players. Formats adjust by turnout and level: some mixed U15-U18 games, some age-band games, and balanced teams built for competitive play.

Players on the Gansevoort Peninsula turf field

7Sundays

U15-U18Player range

$20Drop in

2HRPrime field space

NYCTop youth players

FLEXMixed formats

The Sessions

Seven Sundays. One World Cup final break.

Two full hours. Balanced rosters, fast games, and enough structure to adapt the format to the players who show up.

Gansevoort Peninsula soccer field aerial

Mixed Runs

4:00 — 6:00 PM

U15-U18 players can be mixed when the level is right and the games benefit from older-younger pressure.

Age-Band Games

4:00 — 6:00 PM

When numbers allow, games can split by age band so tempo, size, and physicality stay fair.

Balanced Teams

4:00 — 6:00 PM

Teams are adjusted by level, position, fitness, and fit so the session stays competitive.

Built for players already competing at a strong youth level. The final format is based on turnout, level, position balance, and fit.

Core Principles

Respect. Discipline. Standard.

Organized free play, not chaos. Clear rules, strong players, high standards, and a camera-free environment built for development.

Respect

No rough fouls. No foul language. No cheap play.

Discipline

Arrive ready, rotate properly, listen, and keep the game moving.

No Compromise

Equal teams, MLS balls, cones, pinnies, structure, and permitted field space.

Right Fit

Players may be respectfully asked to step out if the technical, physical, or character fit is not right.

Camera-Free

No filming, cameras, or content creation during play. This is for players who want to develop, play freely, and get better without social media pressure.

Development First

No influencer energy. The focus is competitive reps, confidence, decision-making, and getting better.

Summer 2026 Schedule

Seven Sundays on the Hudson.

WK	Date	Session	Time
01	Sunday, July 12	U15-U18 Series opener	4-6 PM
—	Sunday, July 19	No session — World Cup Final at MetLife. Go watch.	—
02	Sunday, July 26	U15-U18 Organized free play	4-6 PM
03	Sunday, August 2	U15-U18 Organized free play	4-6 PM
04	Sunday, August 9	U15-U18 Organized free play	4-6 PM
05	Sunday, August 16	U15-U18 Organized free play	4-6 PM
06	Sunday, August 23	U15-U18 Organized free play	4-6 PM
07	Sunday, August 30	U15-U18 FINAL SUNDAY — champions decided	4-6 PM

Gansevoort Peninsula Fields, Hudson River Park, Manhattan. Field time is permitted; weather updates and guest appearances are announced week-of.

Pricing

Straight $20 drop-in.

Drop-In Reservation

$20

per session

Reserve one Sunday, multiple Sundays, or every remaining Sunday
Priority placement because session spots are limited
Organized free play with equal-level teams
Two hours of prime waterfront field space
Venmo, Zelle, or cash instructions sent after spot confirmation

Reserve a Session

Selection Standard

15-18

U15-U18 player pool

For strong club, academy, and school players
Teams balanced by level, position, and fit
Players must match the technical and physical standard
Character and respect matter every session

View Standards

Reserve

Reserve a spot for NYC Summer Soccer Invitational.

Pick your Sundays

Choose one Sunday, multiple Sundays, or every remaining Sunday.

Preseason Ready

Use the summer to stay sharp before club and school preseason.

Club Pathway

We have connections with top NYC clubs and can help strong players with placement.

Format Review

Players are placed into the right game format based on turnout, level, position, and fit.

Share player details so we can balance teams and keep the level high. Spots are limited by session. Players who are not the right fit technically, physically, or character-wise may be respectfully asked to sit out or leave.

Player reservation

Send the form and we will confirm availability, payment, and parent approval details within 48 hours.

Player name Date of birth Club / team Position Player level Parent / guardian name Email Phone

Which Sundays?

EveryAll available Sundays Jul 12Sun · 4-6 PM Jul 19World Cup Final break Jul 26Sun · 4-6 PM Aug 2Sun · 4-6 PM Aug 9Sun · 4-6 PM Aug 16Sun · 4-6 PM Aug 23Sun · 4-6 PM Aug 30Final Sunday

Notes (dates, teammates, questions, anything)

Email Directly

Drop-in is $20 per session. Venmo, Zelle, or cash details are sent after your spot is confirmed.

Parent Details

Everything needed before showing up.

Location

Gansevoort Peninsula Fields, Hudson River Park, Manhattan. Open the map.

Check-In

Players should arrive 15 minutes early with cleats or turf shoes, water, and a dark and light top.

Payment

$20 per confirmed session. Venmo, Zelle, or cash instructions are sent after approval so families do not pay before a spot is held.

Parent Approval

A parent or guardian must confirm participation approval before the first session. Final waiver details are sent with confirmation.

Camera-Free

No filming, cameras, or influencer-style content during play. The goal is a low-pressure environment with more freedom, less arrogance, and more focus on development.

Weather

Weather changes and field updates are handled by text or email. If a session is canceled, families receive a makeup or credit option.

Questions

For the fastest response, email info@joganyc.com with player details, team names, or group questions.

The Company You'll Keep

HDRFC sessions have featured…

Pros, internationals, and the best youth team players in NYC show up.

Mats HummelsWorld Cup winner · Germany · @aussenrist15 ↗

Aziel JacksonMLS · New York · @azieljackson ↗

Justin HaakNYCFC · MLS — NYC standout · @justin.haak ↗

Luca KoleoshoKickers alum · Italy international · Premier League (Burnley) → Paris FC · @lucakoleosho ↗

Seymour ReidCedar Stars · NYCFC · @seymourreidjr ↗

Jonny ShoreKickers · NYCFC · @jonathanshore_ ↗

Who's Behind It

JOGA NYC x HDRFC.

JOGA NYC

Founded by Davide Clarkson, a New York player with experience across Met Oval, Harvard, the Grenada National Team environment, and professional academy settings in England and Argentina. JOGA NYC is built around standards, details, and real competitive habits.

HDRFC (Hudson River FC)

NYC's organized pickup and scrimmage community for pros, college players, and the city's best youth talent.

NYC SUMMER
SOCCER
INVITATIONAL

Your club stops in June.
The best players don't.