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This year's tournament returns from the 8th to the 15th of December 2026. Diani, Kenya.

DJC Age categories

Plan your academy around the right DJC age groups.

See every division currently planned for DJC 2026 and make sure your academy registers in the brackets that fit best.

Under 7

Joyful, fast-moving football for the youngest teams finding their rhythm.

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Minimum and maximum players5 to 9
Cutoff age date31 December 2019
Ball sizeSize 3
Length of the game30 minutes

Under 9

Energetic matches where confidence, skill, and teamwork start to shine.

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Minimum and maximum players6 to 10
Cutoff age date31 December 2017
Ball sizeSize 3 or 4
Length of the game40 minutes

Under 11

A lively category built for brave dribblers, smart passes, and bold play.

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Minimum and maximum players7 to 11
Cutoff age date31 December 2015
Ball sizeSize 4
Length of the game50 minutes

Under 13

Competitive football for teams ready to test themselves against strong opposition.

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Minimum and maximum players9 to 12
Cutoff age date31 December 2013
Ball sizeSize 4
Length of the game50 minutes

Under 13 Girls

A bright stage for girls' teams to compete with confidence and real intensity.

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Minimum and maximum players9 to 12
Cutoff age date31 December 2013
Ball sizeSize 4
Length of the game50 minutes

Under 15 Boys

High-tempo clashes for organized squads chasing serious tournament moments.

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Minimum and maximum players11 to 18
Cutoff age date31 December 2011
Ball sizeSize 5
Length of the game70 minutes

Under 15 Girls

A standout division for fearless football, teamwork, and rising talent.

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Minimum and maximum players8 to 13
Cutoff age date31 December 2011
Ball sizeSize 5
Length of the game60 minutes

Under 17

Big-match energy for older teams ready for pressure, pride, and knockout drama.

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Minimum and maximum players11 to 18
Cutoff age date31 December 2009
Ball sizeSize 5
Length of the game90 minutes

Built with integrity

Teams should know exactly where they belong before they arrive.

Clear age brackets help coaches plan honestly, help players compete fairly, and help the whole tournament feel more credible from the first whistle to the last final.

Ready to register?

Start with your academy details.

The registration flow lets you choose the age groups you want, set the number of teams per age group, and then move into the team workspace.