USATF Age Divisions
Youth competitions typically take place in two-year age divisions. These age divisions provide young athletes the opportunity to compete with other athletes of similar ability.
The age divisions for the current competition year are as follows:
Age Division | Year of Birth |
|---|---|
8 & Under | 2017 + * |
9 - 10 | 2015 - 2016 |
11 - 12 | 2013 - 2014 |
13 - 14 | 2011 - 2012 |
15 - 16 | 2009 - 2010 |
17 - 18 | 2007 - 2008 ** |
* Per USATF Rule 300.1 (c) “Athletes must be at least seven (7) years of age on December 31 of the current year to compete at the Youth Athletics or Junior Olympic National Championships.”
** Athletes who are still 18 through the final day of the USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships are eligible to compete in the 17-18 age division through that meet.
AAU Age Divisions
All age divisions are determined by Year of Birth. The age divisions for the current competition year are as follows:
Age_Division | BirthYear |
|---|---|
8 & Under | 2017 & After |
9 Year Old | 2016 |
10 Year Old | 2015 |
11 Year Old | 2014 |
12 Year Old | 2013 |
13 Year Old | 2012 |
14 Year Old | 2011 |
15-16 Year Olds | 2009 - 2010 |
17-18 Year Olds | 2007 - 2008 |
* Athletes who are still eighteen (18) years of age through the final day of the AAU Junior Olympic Games shall be eligible to compete in the 17-18 year old division.