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WHERE PASSION
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DEVELOPMENT

Building skills, strengthening character, and shaping future leaders. Elite youth soccer for ages 4–16 in Port Chester NY, Rye Brook NY, and Stamford CT.

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Active Players
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Training Locations
5+
Countries
200+
Athletes Impacted
About PG Academy

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Pitch Gladiators youth soccer training
200+
Athletes Impacted

Determination

Relentlessly pursuing excellence with unwavering commitment

Teamwork

Emphasizing collaboration, unity, and respect for all

Passion

Fostering love and enthusiasm for the beautiful game

Integrity

Upholding honesty and strong principles on and off the field

Courage

Instilling the bravery to take risks and confidence to face challenges head-on

Respect

Treating everyone with dignity on and off the field

Humility

Encouraging modesty in achievements and willingness to learn and improve continuously

Leagues & Tournament Partners
WYSL EDP Soccer ENYYSA ANFEEU Bacup Tournament Partner Cozmad Foundation
The PG Difference

We’re not a factory. Every player is known by name, coached with intention, and given a real pathway to grow.

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Player-First Philosophy

No corporate affiliations. Every decision is about what’s best for each player’s individual development path.

5+

Countries Represented

International coaching experience and cultural diversity. Our Ecuador national team connection gives players exposure no local club can match.

3x

Fastest Growing in Region

From 14 players to 90+ in three years. Families stay because their kids are genuinely developing on and off the pitch.

FIFA

Licensed & Credentialed Coaching

Led by an ATFA-FIFA licensed Director Técnico with elite South American coaching experience at the highest club and international levels.

Our Programs

From first touches to international competition — we have a program built for your child’s development stage.

Travel and Premier TeamsU9–U15

Travel & Premier Teams

Compete year-round in EDP & WYSL. Full commitment spans Fall and Spring; single-season by prior arrangement. Access to international competition.

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Year-Round ClinicsAll Ages

Year-Round Clinics & Supplemental Training

Flexible 1x, 2x, or 3x weekly sessions all year. Technical drills, small-sided games, and position-specific training in a high-energy environment.

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Player AssessmentU8–U16

Player Assessment & Evaluation

Structured evaluations measuring technical ability, tactical understanding, physical development, and game intelligence — giving players a clear development roadmap.

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Junior AcademyU4–U8

Junior Academy

The first step in every player’s journey. Fun, supportive training focused on dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork — nurturing a lifelong love for the game.

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Where We Train

Indoor and outdoor facilities across Port Chester, Rye Brook, and Stamford — so your athlete trains year-round regardless of season.

Crawford Park — Rye Brook NY

Crawford Park

Rye Brook, NY
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Columbus Park — Port Chester NY

Columbus Park

Port Chester, NY
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West Beach Park — Stamford CT

West Beach Park

Stamford, CT
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Winter Indoor Training

During the winter months we move training indoors to maintain and build on skills year-round. Sessions focus on technical precision, small-sided games, and high-intensity conditioning that transfers directly to outdoor performance in the spring.

December — February
Port Chester & Stamford area facilities
Open to all program participants
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2025–2026 Season

Full commitment spans Fall and Spring seasons. Players may join Fall only or Spring only by prior arrangement. League play in EDP and WYSL with potential international competition invitations.

U9

U9 Team

Born 2017-2018
U10

U10 Team

Born 2016
U12

U12 Team

Born 2014-2015
U13

U13 EDP

Born 2013
U14

U14 EDP

Born 2012
U15

U15 Team

Born 2011

Team Tryouts Open

Open tryouts for boys and girls. Full season (Fall + Spring) or single-season by prior arrangement.

Boys

2011 – 2018

Girls

2013 – 2017

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Year-Round Training

Programs throughout the year so your young athlete never stops growing.

Spring
Spring

Spring Clinics & Training

Selective clinics, open tryouts for club teams, and EDP & WYSL competition.

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Summer
Summer

Summer Camps

Week-long camps at Crawford Park (Rye Brook), Columbus Park (Port Chester), and West Beach Park (Stamford). Ages 4–16.

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Fall
Fall

Fall Competitive Season

League play in EDP and WYSL. Structured training combined with competitive matches across the Tri-State area.

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Winter
Winter

Winter Indoor Training

Indoor training to maintain and improve skills year-round, plus winter tournaments and showcase opportunities.

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Edwin Cozar — Founder & Director, Pitch Gladiators Soccer Academy
Founder & Director

Meet the Founder & Director
Edwin “El Capi” Cozar

Coach Edwin Marcelo Cozar Muñoz brings decades of experience from the highest levels of South American and international soccer. A licensed Director Técnico (ATFA-FIFA), his career spans elite coaching roles at Barcelona Sporting Club, Club Deportivo El Nacional, and Club Atlético Nueva Chicago.

Beginning in the Ecuadorian Army where he secured 57 of 65 gold medals at the 1997 South American Games, Coach Cozar has dedicated his life to developing athletes through high-performance training methodology informed by postgraduate studies across Cuba, Brazil, the USA, and Argentina.

ATFA-FIFA Licensed Copa Libertadores High-Performance Specialist MSc. Sports Science

“Across the globe, the ball is the same, but it’s your effort that sets you apart.”

— MSc. Edwin Marcelo Cozar Muñoz
Player Development

From their first touch at PG to competitive leagues, ODP selections, college showcases, and beyond.

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Junior Academy

Ages 4–8. First touches, love for the game, fundamentals.

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Travel Teams

WYSL & EDP competition. Year-round training.

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Premier & Select

Top performers. State Cup, national & international events.

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Further Opportunities

Through strategic partnerships, players are connected to continued competitive careers — college showcases, ODP, professional pathways, and beyond.

SA
Sebastian A.
PG Travel Team 2022–2024
“Coach Cozar pushed me to see the game differently. The training at PG gave me the technical foundation and confidence I needed to compete at the next level.”
Advanced to ODP & Regional Select
MC
Mateo C.
PG U13 EDP Team 2023–2025
“Playing EDP with Pitch Gladiators was the turning point. The competition and coaching prepared me for high school varsity as a freshman.”
Varsity as Freshman / College Showcase Invites
DL
Diego L.
PG Premier & Select 2023–2025
“The international experience with PG opened my eyes. Competing against teams from other countries taught me things you can’t learn in a local league.”
International Select & College Interest
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Questions about programs, tryouts, or registration? We’d love to hear from you and will respond within 24 hours.

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We welcome athletes aged 4 to 16. Programs are structured by age group to ensure every player develops at the right pace.

Full team commitment covers both Fall and Spring seasons. Players may join for Fall only or Spring only by prior arrangement with the coaching staff.

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