USAH Age Classifications

2025-2026 Season Age Classifications are based on the player's age as of midnight on December 31 of the current season. In the United States, USA Hockey designates the following levels.

• 8U - ages 8 & under (Born 2017-2020)
• 10U - ages 9-10 (Born 2015-2016)
• 12U - ages 11-12 (Born 2013-2014)
• 14U - ages 13-14 (Born 20011-2012)
• 18U - ages 15-18 (Born 2007-2010)



Players will not be permitted to play in a higher age bracket unless specifically authorized by the Coaching Director and approved by the Board of Directors and CAHA when required. Players who feel they are capable of playing at a higher age group must first submit an inquiry in writing to the Coaching Director and the Board of Directors by emailing info@greeleyyouthhockey.org. It is the policy of the Board to base these decisions on the safety of the player(s) involved and the best-interest of the Association as a whole, rather than the preference of the individual player/parent.

If approved, the decision will be for that current season only.

Under no circumstances can a player play-up more than one level and a player can never play down an age level.