2026-2027 Tryouts  &  Age Group Changes

2026-2027 Age Group Information


Bulls Rush FC and U.S. Youth Soccer will be adapting the Age Group Formation for the 2026-2027 season and beyond.


Why the Change?


  • Helps reduce the number of “trapped players” (those separated from classmates due to the calendar-year cutoff).
  • Better aligns youth soccer teams with the school-year cycle.
  • Belief that reverting to the pre-2017, Aug. 1–July 31 age group format will best support player development and improve overall balance and participation across youth soccer.
  • Three of the major soccer governing bodies, including US Club, US Youth Soccer, and the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), are all following the adjusted age group cutoff dates.
AGE GROUP BIRTH DATE RANGE
U8 Aug 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
U9 Aug 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018
U10 Aug 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017
U11 Aug 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016
U12 Aug 1, 2014 - July 31, 2015
U13 Aug 1, 2013 - July 31, 2014
U14 Aug 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013
U15 Aug 1, 2011 - July 31, 2012
U16 Aug 1, 2010 - July 31, 2011
U17 Aug 1, 2009 - July 31, 2010
U18 Aug 1, 2008 - July 31, 2009
U19 Aug 1, 2007 - July 31, 2008

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