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AYSO Age Determination (Fall 2026 Season)
AYSO uses a school-year registration system to place players in the correct division. Divisions are assigned by birth year using the window August 1 – July 31. A player remains in the same division for the entire membership year (Aug 1–Jul 31).
Age Group Chart: Fall 2026
| Division | Birthdate Range |
|---|---|
| 6U | Aug 1, 2020 – Jul 31, 2021 |
| 8U | Aug 1, 2018 – Jul 31, 2020 |
| 10U | Aug 1, 2016 – Jul 31, 2018 |
| 12U | Aug 1, 2014 – Jul 31, 2016 |
| 14U | Aug 1, 2012 – Jul 31, 2014 |
| 16U | Aug 1, 2010 – Jul 31, 2012 |
| 18U | Aug 1, 2008 – Jul 31, 2010 |
How It Works
- Find the player’s date of birth.
- Match it to the birthdate range in the chart.
- That division applies for the full membership year (Aug 1–Jul 31).
This system keeps players grouped by age in line with school calendars and U.S. Soccer standards.
Interactive Age Determination Tool
Notes for EXTRA, Alliance, and Competitive Teams
- All players must meet AYSO’s age eligibility using the school-year matrix above.
- Playing down into a younger division is not permitted.
- Playing up may be considered only when developmentally appropriate and approved by the Region (and per any Area/Section rules).
- Alliance teams may follow league-specific labels, but AYSO registration and eligibility still use the same age matrix.
Guiding Principle
Age determination exists to create safe, developmentally appropriate playing environments that are consistent across AYSO.
