Which age group will my child play in this season?

Q: Which age group will my child play in this season?

England Hockey's junior competition age groups use a 1 September cut-off. For 2026/27, to play in a junior competition a player must be: Age group Born on or after Under 14 1 September 2012 Under 16 1 September 2010 Under 18 1 September 2008 The only exception is a player with an England Hockey Age Dispensation Certificate for that age group. Players must also be registered with their club on England Hockey's GMS system.

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England Hockey's junior competition age groups use a 1 September cut-off. For 2026/27, to play in a junior competition a player must be:

Age group	Born on or after
Under 14	1 September 2012
Under 16	1 September 2010
Under 18	1 September 2008

The only exception is a player with an England Hockey Age Dispensation Certificate for that age group. Players must also be registered with their club on England Hockey's GMS system.