Philosophy

Merlin’s philosophy is simple “Play like you practice” and “Practice like you play”

Goals

The main goal of the club is to to identify elite youth players and provide them with protected high-level training and competition.

We are a multi-cultural Club with a vast array of staff and players. Our Club is proud to represent New Jersey and sets out to achieve heightened recognition of our city and its neighboring areas.

To make a significant contribution to raising the level of U.S. soccer towards the international standard .

Merlin Soccer Club is dedicated to helping youth soccer players develop the confidence and ability to pursue their soccer dreams, as well as focusing on developing a well rounded player.

We prepare and encourage our players to make a positive difference in their lives whether it be on the soccer field, in the classroom, or later on in life.

Merlin Soccer Club uses Athletic Diplomacy, as well as the thrill and challenges of international competition to develop well rounded soccer players and individuals

To provide an academy of excellence that teaches challenges, and develops aspiring players in a positive, fun environment.

The success achieved by the Merlin Soccer Club players and team should be the results of organization built upon the principles of UNITY, TRUST, HUMILITY, DISCIPLINE, SUPERIOR EFFORT AND PRIDE

Merlin Soccer Club believes in teaching Soccer Speed, Coordination, Balance, Quickness, Strength, Power and Agility. Soccer depends on rapid changes of speed which require the ability to quickly accelerate and decelerate the body. Athletes often fail to take full advantage of their muscular potential because of weakness, losses of balance or breakdowns in movement rhythm. Often, even the best soccer athletes are deficient in the basic balance and postural requirements for safe performance. They may never even know of their injury potential until after their injury occurs.