Summer Select Shows Grit at EDP Central Jersey Invitational

Weekend Rundown

This past weekend, 29 of our Summer Select teams competed across nine age groups at the EDP Central Jersey Invitational. Our teams hit the fields with passion, each bringing energy, teamwork, and a competitive spirit. Across all age groups, everyone got valuable experience in group play, with several shouting-distance results and spirited tactical battles. Emotionally and tactically, our teams grew immensely. Coaches praised the players’ resilience, especially in the later stages of games when fatigue set in.

Coach Takeaways

"Our Summer Select teams showed grit and creativity. Some matches were real nail‑biters for parents and coaches, and overall, I believe we had a balanced weekend while working through tough competition."

- Patrick Kelleher, PPP Boys Director

"A few emerging young leaders took charge on the field, showing increased communication and composure under pressure. While several matches ended tightly, the goal‑scoring chances kept coming, a positive sign of our attacking development."

- Lisa Cotter, PPP Girls Director

What’s Next?

With the EDP Central Jersey Invitational now behind us, our focus shifts to the remainder of the summer schedule. Coaches are already reviewing the weekend’s performances to identify tactical adjustments and individual areas for growth. The lessons learned will be folded into upcoming training sessions and events.

Summer Select is all about player development, and our staff is fully committed to supporting the athletes who are investing extra time this offseason. That dedication now will pay off in the fall, with players returning sharper, more confident, and ready to take their game to the next level.

A special thanks to all players, parents, referees, and organizers who helped make this weekend possible.