Following extensive review and discussion, US Youth Soccer, AYSO, and US Club Soccer have collectively decided to move to an age group player formation cycle that runs from August 1 to July 31, starting with the 2026-27 season/registration year.  This change was made based on additional critical feedback, data, and expert input to better align players with their school-grade peers.  Our associations feel that this age group player formation will be the most inclusive and help increase participation.

The August 1 to July 31 age group player formation cycle will be used for all USYS  league and Cup competitions for 2026-27 season/registration year including National Championships, Presidents Cup, and National League.

Starting with new soccer year beginning  August 1st, 2016 -   CIYSL has adopted the new US Soccer Age & Standards of Play mandates. Both IYSA, and USYS have chosen to adopt these mandates as well effective 8/1/2016.  More additional information will follow in the coming months.