Eligibility
Age / Weight Parameters
Find the right division for your athlete. All age determinations follow USA Rugby and SCYR guidelines.
| Division | Age Range | Contact | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coed U8 Flag | Under 8 | Non-contact (Flag) | Ages 5, 6, 7, 8 with no weight restrictions. Female age 9 can play flag with no weight restrictions. |
| Coed U10 | Under 10 | Contact | Age 8: no weight restrictions. Age 9: 132 lbs or less. Age 10: 80 lbs or less. Girls age 11: 80 lbs or less. |
| Coed U12 | Under 12 | Contact | Age 10: no weight restrictions. Age 11: 165 lbs or less. Age 12: 100 lbs or less. Girls age 13: 100 lbs or less. |
| Coed U14 | Under 14 | Contact | Ages 12 and 13: no weight parameter. Age 14 may play U14 if born in June, July, or August only. If born before June, the player must play U16. |
| Boys U16 | Under 16 | Contact | Ages 14 and 15: no weight parameter. Age 14 born before June must play U16. |
| Boys U18 | Under 18 | Contact | Ages 16 and 17: no weight parameter. Age 18 may play U18 if still enrolled in high school. |
Questions About Eligibility?
Southern California Youth Rugby (SCYR) is USA Rugby's State Governing Body and is responsible for all youth club and high school rugby in Southern California.
Age group is determined by the athlete's age on Sept. 1, 2026.
Girls can play an additional year at U8, U10 and U12.
Players should initially register to their age-correct category. If approved, the player will be moved to the new age category by SCYR. Weigh in by video submission. Please see registration instructions.