Interleague Alliance (ILA)
A unified competition platform focused on elevating competition, strengthening player development, and continuing to raise league standards.
The Interleague Alliance (ILA) is a new competition platform developed in collaboration with leading leagues across Eastern New York.
The ILA is launching in Spring 2026 as a Boys U12 pilot program, introducing a new level of competition within CJSL focused on creating more meaningful games and stronger development opportunities for players.
This collaboration reflects a shared vision across our State Association — one first initiated through conversations led by our late President, Paul Kontonis.
What is the Interleague Alliance (ILA)?
The ILA brings together top teams from multiple leagues into a unified competition environment designed to elevate the level of play while maintaining a clear pathway through league performance.
The Spring 2026 pilot will consist of 9 teams from leagues within ENYYSA, providing an initial platform for competition, evaluation, and future growth.
Participating leagues include:
This collaboration is centered on:
- Higher-level interleague competition
- Aligned standards and policies across leagues
- Improved player development through competitive matches
Our Core Values for ILA
Qualification Pathway
How teams qualify
- Qualification for the ILA is based on top two placement within the division during the CJSL Fall season, followed by league invitation for Spring participation.
- Only teams registered and actively competing in CJSL are eligible to qualify for and be invited into the ILA.
- Only Fall season results are used as the qualifying phase for Spring ILA play.
- Placement alone does not automatically guarantee entry.
- Final participation is determined through league review, confirmation, and invitation.
- Evaluation may also consider team readiness, overall demand, competitive structure, and annual review.
- Beginning in Spring 2027, the top two teams in Division 1 from the applicable CJSL Fall season will be eligible for invitation into the ILA in Boys U12, Boys U13, and Girls U13.
Selection Standards
This follows a promotion-based model, similar to youth leagues across Europe, where performance determines advancement into higher levels of competition.
ILA participation is an extension of the CJSL competition pathway and does not replace participation in CJSL league play.
Spring 2027 and Future Growth
Beginning in Spring 2027, the ILA will include:
Additional age groups will be added each Spring as the platform continues to expand, creating a clear pathway for top teams and continued growth over time.
CJSL remains committed to working with leagues across Eastern New York to raise standards, improve competition, and provide better development opportunities for our players.
Club Membership & Team Fees
The CJSL is rapidly growing each year and now has over 100 clubs in the New York City area. Here are the seasonal team and player fees below—covering both league play and registration requirements.
BOYS
U8, U9, U10 (7v7)
U11, U12, U13 (9v9)
U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U19 (11v11)
Team Fees:
U8–U19 Elite Travel : $275 per team (Fall and Spring each)
CJSL Travel Player Fee: $26 per player for the full seasonal year (includes carding and insurance, invoiced via GotSport)
Recreational Player Fee: $10 per player for the full seasonal year (includes carding and insurance, invoiced via GotSport)
Coach Carding Fee: No cost to register coaches
Club Quick Links
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CJSL Game Issue Report
For CJSL, Girl’s City and CJSL 4v4
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Game Change Request
For CJSL, Girl’s City and CJSL 4v4
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CJSL Club Directory
For CJSL club administrators and coaches only.
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Referee Fees
Referee fees for CJSL
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Score Reporting
For CJSL administrators and coaches only. Use Pin # S2025