Columbia High School Boys Soccer Boosters
The 2024 CHS Soccer Store is now open!
We have lots of great options to choose from, and a percentage of each sale goes directly to the Boosters.
The store will be open through Sept. 10, and orders will be distributed directly to players at practice. Turnaround time is expected to be three weeks after the store closes.
Local photographer Yasmeen Anderson will once again be shooting banner photos on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Underhill Field House. The cost for seniors will be covered by the boosters. Freshmen-Juniors can also sign up for a session for $40.
For more information and links, check out this flyer.
To see schedules for all three teams, go to the CHS page on the Super Essex Conference website (secconference.org) and click “View Schedules” on the right. Scroll down until you see “Soccer,” click the appropriate box and the “View” button. Note that these schedules are not finalized, so check them often to make sure you’re getting the latest information.
There are several summer playing and training opportunities available for CHS boys soccer players. Information and registration links are below. Please note: The Boosters can cover costs for those experiencing financial hardship; just email info@chsboyssoccerboosters.org.
Coach Muirhead and his staff are putting together two teams for a summer league at Montclair State. This is the second year that CHS has fielded teams for this league. This is open to players who played on any CHS team last year and to those who will be trying out for a team in August. You do not have to be present for all games to participate. Details:
If you are interested, fill out the form at the bottom of this page.
The coaches are also putting together a team to play in the West Essex Tournament on Saturday, June 22. The cost will be approximately $30-40. This is open to rising sophomores through seniors, with priority given to returning varsity players. If you are interested, fill out the form at the bottom of this page.
Sammy Adjei is once again running a summer training program for players who will be trying out for boys or girls soccer at Columbia in August. We expect the training sessions to be at Underhill, but the field isn’t definite yet. Learn More and Register
The coaching staff will be running a summer camp for rising 7th and 8th graders the week of Aug. 5 and another for rising 9th through 12th graders the week of Aug. 12. Follow the links to register.
Coach Muirhead hosted a meeting for all players and families on Thursday, March 7.
The coaching staff reviewed details of the upcoming season and took questions. If you were unable to attend, please review this document.
Coach Muirhead has shared his annual letter for players intending to try out for boys soccer at Columbia in August.
Please read carefully as there will be significant changes to tryouts this year. Some important dates:
The 2023 CHS Soccer Store is now open!
We have lots of great options to choose from, and a percentage of each sale goes directly to the Boosters.
The store will be open through Sunday, Sept 24, and orders will be distributed directly to players at practice the week of Oct. 15. Thank you for your support and Go Cougars!
CHS boys soccer night at Red Bull Arena is Saturday, Oct. 7, as New York takes on Toronto at 7:30. Tickets are $47 each, and $10 from each sale goes to the boosters. Get your tickets here or follow the QR code on the flyer below.
This is a great team-building event, and all five coaches will also be there. Please share this link with family, neighbors and friends. Anyone who wants to support the team is welcome.
Twenty of our players will get the chance to be in the tunnel as the players head back to the field after halftime. All seniors are guaranteed a chance to participate; we’ll fill in the rest of the spots with other CHS players.
And it’s also fan appreciation night, with a scarf giveaway and fireworks after the game!
Here’s how to watch live and recorded varsity games this season:
Here’s what our Columbia soccer families need to know for the 2023 season.
Following on Coach Muirhead’s parent orientation meeting, we are kicking off our request for annual player dues. The $175 per player goes toward covering some of the following costs:
While we do ask any family who can cover the annual dues per player to do so, all players will receive the benefits of the Booster Club whether or not they or their families contribute.
Any donation you make above the dues will be fully tax deductible and will help pay for team extras and for families who cannot afford the dues. A tax receipt for the donation amount over $175 will automatically be emailed to you when you complete the form.
Last year, thanks to your generosity, we were able to buy a Veo camera to record games so players and coaches can study game film and create highlight reels. Donations also helped subsidize the summer training programs and the summer league at Montclair State.
For 2023 and beyond, we have a longer term goal of working with Coach Muirhead to fund additional coaching.
If you’re in a position to donate more than $175, please consider doing so – the money will definitely be put to good use! If you’d prefer to pitch in by helping us get creative with general fundraising efforts, just shoot us a note at treasurer@chsboyssoccerboosters.org.
Thank you for your support of the team and the CHS Boys Soccer Boosters. We’re looking forward to a great season!
All team schedules are available on the Super Essex Conference website. This view shows all games for varsity, JV and freshman teams. Check it regularly as the details sometimes change.
We encourage you to follow the boosters on Facebook and subscribe to our email list.
Our online store for CHS soccer gear will be live soon!
Talented local photographer Yasmeen Anderson will once again be shooting banner photos. The cost for seniors will be covered by the CHS Boys Soccer Boosters.
Yasmeen is also offering the option for any non-senior to purchase a photo for $39. You’ll receive a photo shoot (3 different images) and get to select one digital image to keep.
The photo session will be Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 3:30PM, location TBD. Players will receive more information on which uniform to bring.
Seniors and other interested players should enter their information on this Google form. Non-seniors can pay Yasmeen on the day of the shoot.