When determining the age group for a season, the year the season ends should be used for determining the birth year. Also note that the format “U followed by age” really means that age and younger. For example, U8 should be read as 8 and younger.
Please read the U.S. Soccer Federation Update on Player Registration Path Forward for information on player registration beginning in the 2026-27 season.
Year Born | 2024-2025 Season | 2025-2026 Season |
---|---|---|
Born 2022 | – | – |
Born 2021 | – | – |
Born 2020 | – | U6 |
Born 2019 | U6 | U7 |
Born 2018 | U7 | U8 |
Born 2017 | U8 | U9 |
Born 2016 | U9 | U10 |
Born 2015 | U10 | U11 |
Born 2014 | U11 | U12 |
Born 2013 | U12 | U13 |
Born 2012 | U13 | U14 |
Born 2011 | U14 | U15 |
Born 2010 | U15 | U16 |
Born 2009 | U16 | U17 |
Born 2008 | U17 | U18 |
Born 2007 | U18 | U19 |
Born 2006 | U19 | – |