Yes I believe in my experience they should be grouped by ability at all ages . This way not so experienced l"Little Johnny" can touch the ball and the experienced " little Johnny " has someone to pass to and can learn more then just get the ball and go to the cage . I even believe US lacrosse states U9: All players must be 8 years old or younger on the August 31st preceding competition. It is recommended that when multiple teams exist within a program, teams should consider physical size, skill, and maturity. Do they know what they are talking about ? I think they are on to something HELLO PAL | 
