New Jersey Alliance | United Premier Soccer League
Founded: 2012
Location: Clifton, New Jersey
Open Cup History: 2025 (Debut)
The Alliance is a magnet for talented players across the width and breadth of the Garden State. Based in Clifton – and with a strong core of players with experience at high levels or hunting a next step into the pro ranks – the club has developed a reputation as one of the best in the area. “We like to get our guys early,” said coach Robert Kruk, who also coaches a local high school team. “And the Open Cup is something we’re taking very seriously. We want to grow and see what we can do as a club.” Despite him being injured for most of the Qualifying Rounds, Kruk and the Alliance boast one of the top players in the UPSL in Marlon Preciado. “There’s great experience and hunger in this team,” said the 2020 UPSL national MVP. “I believe in our chances and I believe we can go far.”
The Fourth and Final Qualifying Round will be held on December 7 and 8 with seven more winners joining this first batch in moving on to the Tournament Proper. USopencup.com is the official website of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Fans can also follow the competition on X/Twitter and Instagram @OpenCup and Facebook @OfficialOpenCup.
Angelo Maduro is a senior reporter at large for usopencup.com.
