Key Elements & Details

Academy Teams offer our highest skilled players professional training as well as an opportunity to play competitive NECSL club games on Sundays. We provide three-season training, supplemental skills sessions, futsal, tournaments, access to NEFC high school pathways and more.

Junior Academy Teams are an introduction to the Academy. We offer three seasons of professional training to 1st and 2nd graders who want to train with like-minded, competitive peers to improve fundamental technical skills in preparation for 3rd grade NGS Travel and Academy soccer.

U9 – U14 (2nd – 8th grades)

Teams are created using player birth year, grade, or a combination of both. With this hybrid approach, we create the most competitive teams possible that can play at the highest appropriate level.

We offer one or two Academy teams per age group. The number of teams that we form varies depending on the number of qualified applicants in each age group and their skill level.

1st grade (U7) – 2nd grade (U8)

Junior Academy teams are grade based.

Age – Players are placed with the team that best supports their development while remaining fully compliant with our league’s school-year age groupings (August 1 – July 31). Click here to see 2026-27 NECSL Age Divisions.

Skill – These are our highest skilled players, performing at the top of their age level, usually with a division 1 or 2 travel team.

NGS Travel Team – Until they reach middle school, Academy players are typically expected to be members of an NGS Travel, with certain exceptions. They fully participate in the practices and games scheduled for their Travel team, as well as their Academy team. We coordinate with those programs so that the schedules don’t overlap.

Only One Club Team – Players may not be registered with two NECSL Member Clubs at the same time.

Individual circumstances may be reviewed, and exceptions granted upon request.

The Junior Academy is designed for highly motivated NGS Juniors who demonstrate a passion for soccer, are excited about improving their skills, and seek an increased challenge.

We offer our limited spots on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no tryouts for development teams.

Parents should carefully consider their child’s readiness before registering, as the program falls on the more competitive side of the NGS Spectrum of Play.

Participants must also be registered for a NGS Juniors parent-led team in the fall and spring.

Positions on our NEFC – NGS Academy teams are limited and in high demand. Selected players must recognize that the opportunity to play at this level is a privilege and requires the right attitude and dedication. We expect all members to be ethical and honest in fulfilling their responsibilities to their team, their coaches, and the club. Once a player joins, the club expects their full participation and support for the entire soccer season. By accepting a spot on an Academy team, participants are agreeing to honor the commitments outlined here from August 25, 2025 – June 10, 2026.

Participants must attend a minimum of 75% of team activities in addition to their NGS Travel or Juniors team commitments. Practices, games, and tournaments are mandatory and should only be missed for special circumstances.

By committing to this team, our players agree that they will not train or play games with another club without permission from NGS and the Academy Program. Players may not be registered on two NECSL Member Clubs at the same time.

We take commitment seriously! Please review our entire commitment agreement, as there are penalties for early termination of our agreement.

Junior Academy players need the drive and time to commit to extra training for the fall, winter and spring seasons.

Participants are expected to regularly attend practices, in addition to their NGS Juniors team commitments.

By committing to this team, our players agree that they will not train or play games with another club without permission from NGS and the Academy Program. It is considered a conflict of interest and is prohibited by league rules.

11v11 teams (U13 / U14)
– 20 rostered players

9v9 teams (U11 / U12)
– 15 rostered players

7v7 teams (U9 / U10)
– 13 rostered players

Each team may also carry up to 2 alternates.

1st grade (U7)
– 12 players

2nd grade (U8)
– 24 players

Alternate players are training-only members of an Academy team. They enjoy full access to three-seasons of professional training, scrimmages, supplemental skills, and more. Alternates train with their team throughout the fall, winter, and spring. During the fall and spring NECSL seasons, alternates are also invited to participate in any games that need additional players. Game time is not guaranteed. If a space opens on a team, alternate players are considered for the position first.

Not Applicable

Fall: Wed, Aug 26, 2026 – Wed, Nov 18, 2026

Winter: Wed, Dec 2, 2026 – Wed, Mar 3, 2027

Spring: Wed, Mar 17, 2027 – Wed, Jun 9, 2027

Fall: Wed, Sep 9, 2026 – Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Winter: Wed, Dec 2, 2026 – Wed, Mar 3, 2027

Spring: Wed, Mar 31, 2026 – Wed, Jun 9, 2027

No training when schools are closed.

NEFC-NGS Academy teams participate in NECSL in the fall and spring. Games are typically on Sundays. Although make-up games may be played on Saturdays or weekday evenings. Away games are usually under an hour away. Home games are played in Newton.

In the winter, teams scrimmage in futsal and soccer at nearby indoor locations on Saturdays in January and February. Time slots are between 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Junior Academy teams are for training only.

Participants will scrimmage on Saturdays in the fall and spring as part of their parent-led Juniors team.

11v11 teams (U13 / U14):
75-minute practice on Mondays, 6:45 – 8:00 pm

90-minute practice on Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:00 pm

9v9 teams (U11 / U12):
60-minute practice on Mondays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm

75-minute practice on Wednesdays, 6:15 – 7:30 pm

7v7 teams (U9 / U10):
60-minute pro coach led travel team training session on Mondays, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm or 6:00 – 7:00 pm

75-minute practice on Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:15 pm

Each age group also practices 1 – 2 days per week with their NGS travel team at a time selected by their coach.

1st and 2nd grade Junior Academy participants train weekly on Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm at Fessenden.

One indoor, 60-minute team practice per week on Wednesdays or Thursdays between 6:00 – 9:00 TBD.

Younger age groups are generally assigned the early practice times.

One indoor, 60-minute practice every week on Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm at Day Middle School.

All participants receive a free subscription to the Techne Futbol Soccer Training App. This on-demand training app was crafted by a female pro soccer player to help players own their own skill development. Techne is designed to motivate players, build strong training habits, and facilitate a lasting love for the game. Its short, structured sessions focus on technical development and are easily completed at home.

All participants receive a free subscription to the Techne Futbol Soccer Training App. This on-demand training app was crafted by a female pro soccer player to help players own their own skill development. Techne is designed to motivate players, build strong training habits, and facilitate a lasting love for the game. Its short, structured sessions focus on technical development and are easily completed at home.

Teams participate in at least three tournament weekends, including a late fall tournament, the NEFC March Showcase and a Memorial Day Weekend tournament.

Additional pre- or post-season tournaments can be arranged for teams in August, November, March or June, depending on player interest and availability.

Participants may participate in one tournament per season if there is sufficient interest. (Additional fee may apply.)

Uniforms are not included in the program fee.

A NEFC NGS Academy uniform kit is required for all players. The uniform bundle includes 3 sets of jerseys, shorts, and socks, plus a hooded track top. The required uniform kit listed at $370 ($333 after applying the promo code) and is purchased through WeGotSoccer.

Uniforms are not included in the program fee.

Players wear a custom pink NEFC Newton Academy practice jersey. The jersey costs around $88 and is purchased through WeGotSoccer. Uniform shorts, socks, and more are available, but optional.

Numbers are assigned by the registrar.

$2675 for rostered player

$850 for alternate player

$775

Fee includes 3 seasons (fall, winter, spring) and covers all costs associated with the program features described above except for uniforms and any optional tournaments. Installment plans are available.

Fee includes 3 seasons (fall, winter, spring) and covers all costs associated with the program features described above except for uniforms and any optional tournaments. Installment plans are available.

Registrants of the NEFC-NGS Academy are NOT eligible for refunds. Only register if you are 100% committed. There are two exceptions to our refund policy:

(1) Registrants may receive a pro-rated refund of applicable registration fees if a season is entirely canceled due to league cancellations, school closures or other unforeseen circumstances. NGS Academy is a three-season program: fall, winter, and spring. Each season is valued at approximately 1/3 of the annual registration fee. Refunds will be reviewed and approved by the NGS Board of Directors and will be set at a level appropriate to the circumstances.

(2) If a player has a season-ending injury, she may receive a prorated refund. You must notify your coach and submit a note from a doctor to the registrar within two weeks of the injury.

Cancellations made by October 31 are eligible for a partial refund. $325 is nonrefundable. If fees were paid in full, $450 will be refunded. Players on an installment plan will have their $450 balance voided.

After October 31, there are no refunds unless the program is canceled, or the player has a season-ending injury. If a player has a season-ending injury or illness, she may receive a prorated refund. A note from a doctor must be submitted within two weeks of the injury.

We offer limited, need-based financial assistance for the Academy program. NGS uses the HUD Section 8 Income Limits for our region as a benchmark for scholarship eligibility. After you receive the invitation to join the Academy, email the registrar to accept your invitation and request financial aid. Then, complete an application form. If financial assistance is approved, we will send you registration instructions via email. We are also able to set up extended payment plans.

We offer limited, need-based financial assistance for the Academy program. NGS uses the HUD Section 8 Income Limits for our region as a benchmark for scholarship eligibility. After you receive the invitation to join the Academy, email the registrar to accept your invitation and request financial aid. Then, complete an application form. If financial assistance is approved, we will send you registration instructions via email. We are also able to set up extended payment plans.

The application, evaluation, and invitation process runs Mid-April through Mid-June

Submit Academy application form – Players must declare their interest to be considered.

Attend ID Clinic –  Players are ranked and invited to participate based on assessments conducted by NGS professional coaching staff during observations of BAYS games and practices during the fall and early spring seasons, as well as ID Clinics.

Attend 2nd round assessment, if applicable – If we need additional information about a player’s skill or fit, they may be invited to join a practice with a current Academy team.

Check your Inbox – Invitations are extended over a period of several weeks. Invited players have 48 hours to accept the roster spot and register.

May – July

Registration is first-come, first-served and accepted until the program is full. Last year, the program was filled within days of registration opening.

Late registrants may join the waitlist.