2024 Junior Australian Championships: DAY 2 WRAP

2024 Junior Australian Championships: DAY 2 WRAP

Day two of the Junior Australian Championships has wrapped up in Coffs Harbour, with Central Coast currently leading the race for Region Champions.

In unwavering heat, games were taken to a new level of brilliance as players proved determined to leave nothing in the tank and secure their position in Sunday’s Finals.

Following the number of close games throughout the tournament, Australian Oztag anticipate that we are in store for some thrilling matches tomorrow.

Upon conclusion of the round games, Central Coast lead the race for Region Champions, with 6 teams across the 18 divisions sitting at the top of their table. Tigers, Stingrays and Wolverines trail close behind.

The following teams currently sit undefeated, putting them in a promising position heading into Sunday’s Finals:

BOYS 9s

  • Orcas
  • Tigers

GIRLS 9s

  • Central Coast
  • Steelers

BOYS 10s

  • Wolverines
  • Tigers
  • Central Coast

GIRLS 10s

  • Steelers

BOYS 11s

  • Stingrays
  • Central Coast

GIRLS 11s

  • Wolverines

BOYS 12s

  • Storm
  • Stingrays

GIRLS 12s

  • Wolverines
  • Central Coast

BOYS 13s

  • Tigers
  • ACT
  • Central Coast

GIRLS 13s

  • Tigers
  • Orcas

BOYS 14s

  • Stingrays
  • Storm

GIRLS 14s

  • Steelers

BOYS 15s

  • Storm

GIRLS 15s

  • Tigers
  • Wolverines

BOYS 16s

  • Central Coast

GIRLS 16s

  • Tigers

BOYS 17s

  • Tigers

GIRLS 17s

  • Central Coast

Keep up to date with all live results and fixtures via Sportfix. Or download the Sportfix app.

To tune into Finals Day Livestream, head to BarTV Sports.

Coverage will kick off at 8.25am on Field 1 which will see the Wolverines take on Central Coast in the Boys 12s Quarter Final.

AO look forward to crowning the 2024 Junior National Champions tomorrow and wish all competing teams the best of luck.

 

 

Junior Australian Championships: DAY 1 WRAP

Junior Australian Championships: DAY 1 WRAP

Australian Oztag welcomed over 3000 players to the beautiful Coffs Coast for the highly anticipated Junior Australian Championships.

Day one of competition kicked off with a bang as 202 teams proved determined to lay it all on the line for the National title.

Across 28 fields at C.ex Stadium, players from across New South Wales, Queensland and ACT braved the heat and took the field with unwavering energy.

The skill and sheer tenacity on display made for some quality Oztag, and a spectacular atmosphere on day one.

The stakes are raised even higher for the Under 14s through to 17s as they compete, not only for a national title, but for Australian selection ahead of the 2025 International Tag event in August.

The Under 16s Tagaroos squad will be selected from the Under 14s and 15s divisions.

The Under 18s Tagaroos squad will be selected from the Under 16s and 17s divisions.

At the conclusion of Friday’s round games, many teams sit on equal points, meaning we are no doubt in store for some quality matches tomorrow.  

Keep up to date with all live results and fixtures via Sportfix. Or download the Sportfix app. 

Finals Day Livestream will be via BarTV, with coverage kicking off at 8.30am on Sunday 20 October.

Livestream coverage will stream Field 1 only.

AO look forward to kicking off day two of the Junior Australian Championships and wish all teams the best of luck as they give it their all ahead of Sunday’s finals.

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Trans Tasman Returns in 2025

Trans Tasman Returns in 2025

The highly anticipated Trans Tasman Test Series is set to make a return on New Zealand soil in April, 2025.

It is with great pleasure, Australian Oztag can officially announce the return of the Trans-Tasman Test Series in New Zealand in 2025.

The City of Auckland will be hosting this event at Bruce Pulman Park, with the Tagaroos taking on their Trans-Tasman rivals in the ultimate showdown on their turf. 

The last Trans-Tasman was in 2018, with the scheduled 2020 tournament having to be cancelled due to COVID.

New Zealand Tag Football CEO, Claude Iusitini speaks about the return of Trans Tasman and the challenge it holds for the mighty Tag Blacks.

“The last Trans Tasman Series in New Zealand was drawn in 2018, with both nations winning 7 age group divisions a piece,” Iusitini said.

“This series will no doubt be a challenge for our New Zealand Tag Blacks teams and once again will take on the underdogs status in all 15 divisions,”

“We’re very excited to again host the Australian Tagaroos next year in what will be a highly competitive test match series,” he said.

2025 will see the Tag Blacks and the Tagaroos go head-to-head across 15 divisions in a five-game Test Match Series with the best players from both Nations showing their skill, speed and competitive spirit in what is regarded as one of the toughest tournaments in Tag.

The Trans-Tasman Tag Series has a rich history dating back to the mid 1990’s, where the two Nations would compete against each other, and whilst the years may have passed, the competitive nature and spirit of the two Nations is still as strong as ever.

The 2025 Trans-Tasman will no doubt showcase plenty of high-quality tag and a mutual respect that has players from both Nations bringing their A-Game.

2025 Trans Tasman Tag Series

Date: April 4-6, 2025

Venue: Bruce Pulman Park, Auckland, NZ

Divisions:

  • Men’s 21s
  • Women’s 21s
  • Mixed 21s
  • Men’s Opens
  • Women’s Opens
  • Mixed Opens
  • Women’s 27s
  • Men’s 30s
  • Mixed Seniors
  • Women’s 37s
  • Men’s 40s
  • Men’s 45s
  • Women’s 47s
  • Men’s 50s
  • Men’s 60s

Australian teams will be selected from the 2024 Senior Australian Championships in Coffs Harbour, to be played from November 1-3.

According to AO’s updated Selection Policy, all players MUST play in the division they wish to be selected for.

Please Note: Players will not be selected for other divisions in which their age deems them eligible.

AO National Director of Coaching and Development, Michael Buettner is excited to see Trans- Tasman back on the international calendar.

“Having spoken to Tagaroos players who have experienced a Trans-Tasman Test Series, they have indicated how strong and competitive the Tag Blacks are on home soil, yet how hospitable they are as hosts which ensures a great experience both on and off the field,” Buettner said.

“Any player wishing to be a part of this Trans-Tasman Tag Series, needs to ensure they are playing at the Senior National Championships this November for what will be an unforgettable experience,” he said.

For the Junior Tagaroos in the 16’s and 18’s divisions, who will be selected from the Junior Nationals in October, it is envisaged the 2025 International Tag Series in August at Coffs Harbour will be their chance to wear the Green and Gold and play against some of the best Tag players from other Nations.

State of Origin Announcement

State of Origin Announcement

Australian Oztag have confirmed the divisions set to compete at the highly anticipated State of Origin in September, 2024.

The battle between New South Wales and Queensland will take place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September at C.ex Stadium, Coffs Harbour.

Unfortunately, there are certain divisions that will not be going ahead due to Queensland Oztag being unable to field teams in these divisions.

Divisions:

Junior divisions: Under 11s – Under 17s Boys & Girls

Senior divisions: Under 20s – Men’s 55s

**Excluding: Mixed 20s, Men’s 35s, Men’s 45s, Women’s 47s, Men’s 60s

New South Wales players in the above divisions can be considered for other divisions in which they are eligible for – however, their preference MUST be noted on their State Cup registration form prior to the tournament.

Australian Oztag congratulate all teams who competed at the NSW and QLD Junior State Cup tournaments, as well as the recent QLD Senior State Cup.

AO would like to wish all players the very best ahead of the NSW Senior State Cup and for their possible NSW origin selections.    

 

State of Origin Returns in 2024

State of Origin Returns in 2024

Oztag’s State of Origin is set to make its long-awaited return in September, 2024.

The biggest rivalry in Australian sporting history is back on the Oztag calendar for 2024 – prepare as New South Wales take on Queensland in Oztag’s State of Origin.

C.ex Stadium, Coffs Harbour will play host to the two-day tournament, kicking off on Saturday 21 September, 2024.

For the first time in seven years, players from New South Wales and Queensland have the opportunity to represent their state amongst the best of the best.

From the Under 11s to the over 60s, players will be selected from their respective 2024 State Cup tournaments.

“It’s great to finally have State of Origin back on the Oztag calendar!” Tournament Director, Bill Harrigan said.

“The difference this time around, is the juniors and seniors will play over the one weekend, whereas in the past they played on separate days,”

“They’ll all be there, the best of the best from each state… You want to be a part of this one,” Harrigan said.

2024 State of Origin

Dates: Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September, 2024

Location: C.ex Stadium, Coffs Harbour NSW

Divisions: Under 11s – Over 60s