Ocean City, NJ – The Ocean City Nor’easters and Nor’easters Academy are excited to announce a new partnership FORZA. The UK based company is one of the World's leading providers of high-quality soccer training equipment. This partnership will bring top-of-the-line gear to the Nor’easters and aligns with our commitment to providing our players with the best possible resources as they work to reach their full potential.

As part of this exciting collaboration, FORZA will supply the Nor’easters with a range of training equipment, including custom-made soccer balls that prominently feature the club’s logo and colors. These balls will be used by our Academy teams for both training and matches, ensuring that our players are equipped with premium tools as they hone their skills.

FORZA will also provide marker cones, shatter-proof slalom poles, and their famous professional quality goals.

To celebrate the launch of this partnership, the Ocean City Nor’easters are offering the opportunity for fans and supporters to pre-order these exclusive, custom designed Nor’easters soccer balls. The pre-order window is open now and will run until October 31st, with delivery expected in February 2025. These limited-edition soccer balls are available for purchase at www.ocnoreasters.com/store.

Fans and supporters who purchase a custom Nor'easter ball will be able to pick up orders at the Ocean City Front Office (located at 200 Sixth Street, Ocean City, NJ). Home delivery is also available with an added fee.

                                                                                         
                                                                                             Custom FORZA X Nor'easters Soccer Ball

“This partnership with FORZA is an exciting step forward for our club,” said Sporting Director, Kevin Nuss. “We are always striving to provide our players with the best possible training environment, and FORZA’s dedication to quality mirrors our own commitment to excellence. The custom balls are a great way to kick off this collaboration, and we can’t wait to see them in action on the field.”

Founded in 2013 as a subsidiary branch of Net World Sports, FORZA is now considered to be one of the world's best sports equipment manufacturers. Renowned for their innovative and durable soccer products, FORZA has grown to serve over 2 million customers worldwide. FORZA products supply both grassroots organizations and prominent professional clubs including: Manchester United, Manchester City, and Rangers FC. Last year, parent company Net World Sports was named the 'Best Mid-Sized Business of the Year' in the Lloyds Bank British Excellence Awards, in large part due to FORZA's success.

Their background makes FORZA the perfect partner to support the Nor’easters’ mission of developing top-tier soccer talent in South Jersey. 

For nearly three decades, the Nor'easters have been the pacesetter of player development and on-field success. Among the winningest and most storied clubs at the Pre-Professional level, the Storm are a perennial heavy-weight in USL-League Two, claiming three straight Mid-Atlantic Division titles between 2022-2024. The launch of our Academy in 2024 signaled a new era for the club, one that would focus on developing the next generation of South Jersey soccer players. The Nor’easters are committed to providing an elite experience for our players at all levels, from the coaching they receive to the equipment they train with.

With more than 120 players reaching the professional level after developing with the Nor’easters, including 34 MLS SuperDraft picks, this partnership is yet another step in enhancing the training experience for the next generation of soccer stars.

Be sure to visit www.ocnoreasters.com/store to place your pre-order by October 31st and own a piece of this exciting new chapter in Nor’easters history!