The official source of truth for competing on the Elite Youth Tour. All events follow USBC Youth rules unless otherwise noted.
U23: If still a registered youth bowler, awards go to SMART. If an official adult bowler, awards may be paid in cash.
Enforcement: First violation = warning, may still compete that day. Bowler must be in full compliance at next event. Repeated violations may result in inability to compete. Our approach: education first, fairness always.
| Division | Birth Date Start | Birth Date End |
|---|---|---|
| U18 | 8/1/2007 | 7/31/2009 |
| U16 | 8/1/2009 | 7/31/2011 |
| U14 | 8/1/2011 | 7/31/2013 |
| U12 | 8/1/2013 | 1/1/2023 |
Minimum 4 bowlers required. If not met, genders may be combined. Bowlers may bowl up but may only compete in one division per event.
| Division | USBC Fee | EYT Price |
|---|---|---|
| U18 | $62.50 | $65.00 |
| U16 | $62.50 | $65.00 |
| U14 | $50.00 | $52.00 |
| U12 | $37.50 | $39.00 |
Counting already-qualified bowlers: Allowed only with consent. Already-qualified bowlers cannot earn another spot but may count toward a valid division. If EYT counts an already-qualified bowler to create a division, EYT may cover that bowler's entry fee.
| Division | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| U12 | $65 | $80 |
| U14 | $70 | $85 |
| U16 | $70 | $85 |
| U18 | $70 | $85 |
| U23 | $70 | $85 |
Season: August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026 • Optional add-ons (Junior Gold) are separate
Photo & Video Consent: By participating, bowlers and guardians acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used for EYT marketing and educational purposes. Opt out by notifying EYT leadership before the event.
Full rules are detailed in the official Elite Youth Tour Tournament Manual — the final word on all rules, eligibility, and procedures.
Register for an upcoming event or become a member to get $15 off every entry.