Divisions
Division III of the MVL is comprised of 4 age based teams. Teams will be structured as shown below.
Certification ages
Division Ages Minimum Weight Maximum Weight
Mitey Mites 6, 7, and 8 yrs old 50 lbs. N/A
Jr. Pee Wee 8, 9, and 10 yrs old N/A N/A
Jr. Midget 10, 11, and 12 yrs old N/A N/A
Midget 12, 13, 14* yrs old N/A 210 lbs.
THE AGE CUT OFF DATE FOR ALL DIVISIONS IS JULY 31ST OF THE CURRENT SEASON (The current season is calendar year in which the games are played.)
*Any 15 year old weighing less than 150 pounds may play at the Midget level. Players who are 175 to 210 pounds are considered "X-Men" and may play on the line between the tackles. The max number of X-Men on the field at any one time is 2. Midgets are the only players that are required to actually weigh-in before games.
If a player signs up at the top of the age bracket, he/she may move up to the next team with the following stipulations:
1. Team will fall below the minimum number of players.
2. Parent submits written request.
3. Coaches agree player's skillset allows him/her to complete at older level.
4. Association Board approves move.