IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR PARENTS
BIRTH YEAR CHANGE
Starting Fall 2026, youth soccer age groups across the country are shifting to an August 1 – July 31 cycle. Here's what that means for your family — in plain language.
WHAT'S CHANGING
Age groups will shift from a January–December calendar year to an August 1 – July 31 cycle, aligning players with their school-grade peers.
WHEN
The new cutoff takes effect starting the 2026-27 season (Fall 2026). Your child's current season is NOT affected.
WHY
US Youth Soccer, AYSO, and US Club Soccer agreed this change keeps kids playing with classmates, reduces confusion, and increases inclusion.
AGE GROUP CALCULATOR
Enter your child's date of birth to see their age group under the current calendar vs the new Fall 2026 / Spring 2027 calendar.
Results are based on the 2026-27 season. Please consult with Revolution United Sports Group admins for confirmation.
Players will still have the ability to tryout and be selected to play up in age divisions. Players will not be able to play down based on age group per USYS policy.
AGE GROUP COMPARISON
See how the birth-date windows shift for the 2026-27 season. Dates shown are approximate examples for the Fall 2026 season.
| AGE GROUP | OLD (JAN – DEC) | NEW (AUG 1 – JUL 31) |
|---|---|---|
| U8 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2018 | Born Aug 1, 2018 – Jul 31, 2019 |
| U9 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2017 | Born Aug 1, 2017 – Jul 31, 2018 |
| U10 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2016 | Born Aug 1, 2016 – Jul 31, 2017 |
| U11 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2015 | Born Aug 1, 2015 – Jul 31, 2016 |
| U12 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2014 | Born Aug 1, 2014 – Jul 31, 2015 |
| U13 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2013 | Born Aug 1, 2013 – Jul 31, 2014 |
| U14 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2012 | Born Aug 1, 2012 – Jul 31, 2013 |
| U15 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2011 | Born Aug 1, 2011 – Jul 31, 2012 |
| U16 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2010 | Born Aug 1, 2010 – Jul 31, 2011 |
| U17 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2009 | Born Aug 1, 2009 – Jul 31, 2010 |
| U19 | Born Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2007 | Born Aug 1, 2007 – Jul 31, 2009 |