The Stateline SC 02 Bears captured the New Jersey Girls U-15 Commissioner Cup title. (Photo courtesy of New Jersey Youth Soccer)

EAST WINDSOR, N.J. ― New Jersey Youth Soccer crowned its Under-15 and U-16 Commissioner’s Cup champions last weekend, with semifinal and championship matches being held in Bordentown, N.J.

“There was a very high level of play throughout our Commissioner’s Cup matches, particularly with the semifinals and finals over the weekend,” said Buddy Hart, NJ Youth Soccer Games Commissioner. “We want to congratulate the champions and every other team that participated. They all gave a very good representation of themselves. We hope that they each acknowledge the incredible hard work they put forth and the great overall competition they provided.”

The NJ Youth Soccer Commissioner’s Cup hosts travel teams in the U-11, U-12, U-13 and U-14 age groups in the fall, with the U-15 and U-16 age groups participating in the spring/summer.

This state tournament was designed to create a challenging and enjoyable event for teams that do not play in the National Championship Series or President’s Cup.

NJ Youth Soccer Commissioner’s Cup Champions:

U-15 Girls: Stateline SC 02 Bears

U-15 Boys: Upper Township Tornadoes

U-16 Girls: Edison United Reign 01/02

U-16 Boys: Beachwood Warriors

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