Pop Warner Football Age Matrix
| Rookie Tackle | 5-7 | 8/1/2017-7/31/2020 | N/A |
| 9U | 7-9 | 8/1/2015-7/31/2017 | 110 lb |
10U
| 10
| 8/1/2014-7/31/2015 | 125 lb |
| 12U | 10-12 | 8/1/2012-7/31/2015 | 140 lb |
Age Determination
A player’s age on July 14 will determine their age for the entire season.
Players are encouraged to participate at the lowest eligible competition level based on their age and weight to support proper development and safety.
Weight:
Hybrid weight overlay rules can be viewed here.
Divisions & Commitment
Fundamental / Non-Competition Division (Rookie Tackle)
- Participate in all tackle football games (typically held on Saturdays during the season)
- Commit to 2–3 practices per week during the school year
- Eligible to participate in post-season Bowl Games
Competition Divisions (9U, 10U & 12U)
- Participate in all tackle football games (typically held on Saturdays during the season)
- Commit to 3 practices per week during the school year
- May have the opportunity to compete at multiple levels, including:
- Hill Country Pop Warner
- Pop Warner Southwest Region
- Pop Warner National Championships