Athletes born September 1 or later are eligible to play down one age category.

However, for tryout purposes, all athletes must attend tryouts for their actual birth-year age category.

If the evaluators determine that an athlete’s skill level or developmental needs would be better suited to a younger age group, the athlete (or their parent) will be notified and invited to attend a different tryout.

Example:
If your child is born at the end of October, their actual age category is 17U, but they are eligible to play down to 16U. They should first attend 17U tryouts. If evaluators feel that 16U would be a better fit for their skill level or development, they will be invited to the 16U tryouts.

In short:
➡️ Late-birthday athletes (born Sept. 1–Dec. 31) may play down during the season.
➡️ But for tryouts, please attend your actual age category only unless otherwise advised by evaluators.