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COVID-19 Updates & Information

The safety and health of our OTUSA Membership and Staff is of utmost importance to us. Our top priority is to ensure the well-being of all participants in Club related activities at all times. Given the recent spike in COVID-19 cases and with the health of our local communities in mind, the OTUSA Board has decided that all soccer activities are SUSPENDED for 14 days effective immediately. This applies to all games, practices, tournaments and any other team related activity. We will be evaluating conditions on a daily basis and will reassess the situation to determine if it’s appropriate to reinstate soccer activities by November 24^th.

We know it is a privilege to be on the field with your children and that comes with the responsibility for their health and well-being. While this decision was not made lightly, it was an easy one to make given the health risk to our Club members, extended families and local community as COVID cases continue to rise.

We are updating the NJYS Return to Play protocols to reflect what actions need to be taken in the various situations regarding COVID test timing, results and communication. While these will be sent out in the next couple of days, it is critical that you notify the OTUSA Board (board@oceasoccer.com) during the suspension if someone in your household tests positive for COVID-19. This information will greatly help in our evaluation if we will end the suspension. All information is kept private and confidential. We do not share personal information with anyone or organization outside the OTUSA Board.

We’d like to thank our OTUSA Family for your ongoing support as we manage our Club given the current health environment. The safety and security of our soccer community is, and always will be, our highest priority!

Updated Thursday, November 12

Ocean United's Thank the Front Line Heroes Campaign - #OceanThanksYou

In appreciation for the Front Line Heroes that we all know and love, Ocean United Soccer has launched a new video campaign to recognize their efforts and sacrifices called #OceanThanksYou. As we continue our battle against COVID-19, we are learning to adapt to the new “norm” of lifestyle changes it has brought to all of us. We are isolating ourselves to keep our families safe, but when we do need help we know there are heroes on the front line of this pandemic ready to help. They are running to fires, tending to the sick and keeping us safe. They are there for us when we need them most and they truly are our Front Line Heroes. Every town has them, but we want to recognize and thank our Front Line Heroes right here in Ocean.

The #OceanThanksYou videos on YouTube below are a small way to show our support and appreciation for all of our Front Line Heroes by saying “THANK YOU” in our own way.

Please subscribe and share as we try to reach as many people as possible.

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0h8pX2p6aO0z67Ue6VnePQ

#OceanThanksYou Video #1 https://youtu.be/GzUWmiUWFpQ

#OceanThanksYou Video #2 https://youtu.be/6f4td5jTUzg

#OceanThanksYou Video #3 https://youtu.be/m2Znq_-ftbc

#OceanThanksYou Video #4 https://youtu.be/6bLUiVhgcc8

#OceanThanksYou Video #5 https://youtu.be/0my5sjaNBRQ

If you have not sent in a picture, you still can!

We want every player to wear an Ocean jersey and take a selfie holding up a sign thanking our Front Line Heroes. Put a message of support and thanks on the sign (can be any size) and you can even decorate it with drawings or pictures – be creative! We are encouraging everyone to thank a Front Line Hero you know and include the hashtag #OceanThanksYou in one of the corners of the sign. Take a picture of the player (and any Front Line Hero if you like) holding the sign and email it to us at OceanThanksYou@oceansoccer.com

Updated Sunday, May 17, 2020

MISSION STATEMENT

OTUSA offers age and skill appropriate programs for the youth of Ocean Township and surrounding communities that will foster a passion for the game of soccer. Learning soccer skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork will result in a fun and positive experience for our players and their families. Pride in the club, schools and community will help children grow into better players, team mates, and citizens.

HISTORY OF CLUB

Established in 1975, OTUSA was established with the objective to create a positive experience for kids while allowing them to learn sportsmanship, increase physical fitness, and develop soccer skills. With over 500 athletes and dozens of dedicated coaches and volunteers, OTUSA is one of the most respected soccer programs in New Jersey.

The club hosts two core programs: Spring Grassroots Development for children in Kindergarten - Grade 2 and a highly-competitive Travel Soccer Program. The Grassroots Program introduces soccer to young players in a fun, learning environment. The Travel Program accommodates both youth boys and girls travel soccer teams from ages U-8 to U-18 and competes in the MOSA, MAPS, JAGS, and EDP soccer leagues throughout the region. Each team is managed by a volunteer coach, while training is conducted weekly by a professional trainer. OTUSA fosters an environment where players at different levels of technical ability can still develop in a competitive environment. Many of our small-sided age groups have two or three teams as a result of this philosophy.

OTUSA also hosts the annual Jersey Shore Champions Cup every June. Since its inception in 1975, the tournament hosts more than 240 teams from across the Northeast every year. Funds from the tournament are used to subsidize programs to further the development of our players, such as a free foot skills and dedicated goalkeeper development programs. The investment in development has paid off with many OTUSA teams competing at the highest level of competition across the country. In the Spring of 2015, the U14 boys OTUSA Spartans were NJ State Cup Champions, Mid-Atlantic Regional Champions, and National Cup Finalists, which is an outstanding highlight in the club's storied history.