USATF AGE DIVISIONS
Athletes compete in two year age divisions based on the year of their birth. Use the chart below to determine the group that your athlete will compete in.
AGE DIVISIONS FOR 2022
| Age Division | Year of Birth |
| 8 & Under (previously Sub-bantam) | 2014+* |
| 9 - 10 (previously Bantam) | 2012-2013 |
| 11 - 12 (previously Midget) | 2010-20011 |
| 13 - 14 (previously Youth) | 2008-2009 |
| 15 - 16 (previously Intermediate) | 2006-2007 |
| 17 - 18 (previously Young) | 2004-2005** |
* Per USATF Rule 300.1 (c) “Athletes must be at least seven (7) years of age on December 31 of the current year to compete at the Youth Athletics or Junior Olympic National Championships.”
** Athletes who are still 18 through the final day of the USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships are eligible to compete in the 17-18 age division through that meet. This extended eligibility does not apply to cross country events.