Minimum Age Requirement Policy

DYSA has a minimum age requirement for the In-Town-Mini program. To participate in our programs, players must be at least four years old by September 1st, aimed at those entering Kindergarten the next year.

This policy ensures children are developmentally ready and have a positive experience. Younger children often struggle with their emotions during competitive nature of the game, showing distress and disengagement. Additionally, the temperature extremes in fall and spring can be challenging for them. Lastly, competing against more experienced players, especially in the spring, often is discouraging. Our goal is to foster a supportive environment that nurtures a lifelong enjoyment of the sport, avoiding the potential negative impact of early competitive exposure.

A few of our local club partners Seacoast and MassCity offer micro programs (4 and under). Please their websites as they both offer convenient options for Duxbury players (4 and under).