Birth-Year vs. School-Year Age Teams in Youth Soccer: What’s Changing — and What It Means for Parents

The article explains the ongoing shift and debate in youth soccer over grouping teams by birth year versus school year, and how that affects eligibility, roster building, and where kids end up playing with their classmates. It’s a practical guide for parents and coaches navigating tryouts, team placement, and league policies as organizations consider (or implement) changes.