by Chloe Pardy | Dec 4, 2024 | Latest News, Media Release, NSW Oztag
From December 1, 2024 New South Wales Oztag will introduce an annual subscription fee in line with the roll out of our new competition management platform – Assemble. The introduction of the subscription fee is aimed at supporting the sustainability and growth of Oztag across the State.
The subscription fee will apply to all players, both junior and senior, and will be required in addition to any team fees or registration costs association with local competitions.
Key Points
Fee Structure: From December 1, 2024 NSW Oztag will be switching over to a new online competition management system through Assemble. When you go to Assemble to register for your first competition you will be prompted to pay the mandatory $15 subscription fee. This equates to approximately $1.25 per game. The subscription fee will assist in covering operational costs at a State & National level, including administration and resources for affiliate associations.
Purpose: The subscription fee will provide ongoing investment into the game for the benefit of all stakeholders as the Game continues to grow. Investment from the subscription fee will include resources for the Associations, branding and social media support, the referee Thank You program, referee and coaching accreditation portals and support, development clinics and pathways.
Scope: All registered players regardless of age will be required to pay the fee when they sign up for their first team in 2025.
Benefits: Exclusive membership benefits include discounts & offers through our commercial partners including NRL & Oztag Equipment Supplies (OES). Additionally, the subscription fee helps ensure that Oztag remains accessible and well organised to the standard upheld by Australian Oztag with continued support for associations, referees, players & coaches.
Implementation: The $15 fee will be required to be paid at the time of registration in your first competition for that calendar year. The calendar year starts on December 1.
The introduction of this subscription fee aligns with similar changes across sports, where governing bodies seek to create a more sustainable financial model and ensure that participants have the necessary support and protection while playing. For more information, please visit the FAQs page that we have created to answer any further questions you may have.
Yours sincerely,
Luke Manahan
General Manager
by Chloe Pardy | Jul 5, 2024 | Media Release, NSW Oztag, Tournaments
NSW Oztag have released the dates for the 2025 Junior State Championships, which will see the Under 11s division compete at The Kingsway, St Marys.
Following substantial revision of the Junior State Championships and its progressive increase in size, NSW Oztag have made the decision to move the Under 11s division to the Sydney-based tournament.
The NSW Junior State Cup 9’s, 10’s & 11’s will be played at The Kingsway Playing Fields, St Marys on Friday 7th, Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th February 2025.
2025 NSW Junior State Championships Outline
Under 9s – 11s
Date: 7th – 9th February, 2025
Venue: The Kingsway Playing Fields, St Marys
Under 12s – 17s
Date: 21st – 23rd February, 2025
Venue: C.ex Stadium, Coffs Harbour
Tournament Director, Bill Harrigan said the change will resolve the issues faced in Coffs Harbour because of the expanding Junior divisions.
“The Under 11’s are returning to Sydney due the growth of the juniors and the capacity of Coffs Harbour with accommodation, fields etc,” Harrigan said.
“It’s a great problem to have, but one we must attend to in our planning for the future,” he said.
by Chloe Pardy | Mar 28, 2024 | Latest News, NSW Oztag, Tournaments
The 2024 Senior State Champions have been crowned following an action-packed weekend of Oztag in Coffs Harbour.
The Senior State Championships kicked off on Friday 22 March, which saw 200 teams brave the wet conditions and lay it all on the line for the championship title.
Sunday’s Finals saw many qualifiers come down to the wire as teams took their game to the next level. Crowds grew louder and teams more determined as they inched closer to that gold medal.
In the Men’s 20s division, Souths took on Heathcote Engadine in a 2023 Grand Final re-match. But it was the reigning champs, Souths who took home gold following a 5-2 victory.
Central Coast Men’s 40s won gold for the fifth year in a row, while their Men’s Opens re-claimed the title – defeating Parramatta, 6-4 in a thrilling Grand Final showdown.
In the Women’s Opens Final, Penrith made it back-to-back championships following an incredible display of skill, while Parramatta Mixed Opens got their first ever taste of gold.
Following a dominant performance, NSW Oztag are pleased to announce the 2024 NSW Senior Club Champions – on 89 points, Central Coast Oztag.
Across the 17 divisions, Central Coast had 13 teams qualify for Semi Finals. Seven of these advanced to the Grand Final and five took home gold.
In second place was Cronulla on 74 points, and in third was Penrith on 63.
Below are the 2024 NSW Senior State Cup Grand Final results. Congratulations to all Champions.
Women’s 20s
Cronulla defeated Penrith 3 – 2
Women’s Opens
Penrith defeated Cronulla 3 – 1
Women’s 27s
Sydney City defeated Central Coast 2 – 1
Women’s 37s
ACT defeated Port Macquarie 2 – 1
Women’s 47s
Cronulla defeated QLD Orchids 7 – 1
Mixed 20s
Penrith 1 defeated Souths 5 – 2
Mixed Opens
Parramatta 2 defeated Lake Macquarie 6 – 4
Mixed Seniors
Razorbacks defeated Penrith 4 – 2
Men’s 20s
Souths defeated Heathcote 5 – 2
Men’s Opens
Central Coast defeated Parramatta 6 – 4
Men’s 30s
Penrith 1 defeated Central Coast 2 – 1
Men’s 35s
Central Coast defeated Penrith 4 – 2
Men’s 40s
Central Coast defeated Cronulla 4 – 3
Men’s 45s
Central Coast defeated Sydney City 3 – 2
Men’s 50s
Cronulla defeated Port Macquarie 6 – 0
Men’s 55s
Cronulla defeated Kiama 4 – 0
Men’s 60s
Central Coast defeated Souths 3 – 1
For all tournament results, visit Sportfix.
Finals Livestream is still available on Facebook.
NSW Oztag would like to thank everyone for making the 2024 Senior State Championships an exceptional tournament for all involved.
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by Chloe Pardy | Mar 23, 2024 | Latest News, NSW Oztag, Tournaments
Day two of the 2024 NSW Senior State Championships saw games taken to another level, as players laid it all on the line to secure their position in Sunday’s Finals.
Over 3,000 players rolled into C.ex Stadium and Geoff King Oval this weekend, well-prepared and determined to take home the championship title.
Despite the heavy track on day one and two, teams took their games to another level of brilliance – the number of close games throughout the tournament suggests that we are in store for some quality finals tomorrow.
The following teams sit undefeated heading into Sunday’s Finals:
Men’s 20s
Women’s 20s
Mixed 20s
Men’s Opens
- Homebush
- Cronulla
- Central Coast 1
- St George
Women’s Opens
- Penrith 1
- Central Coast
- Fairfield 1
- Cronulla
Mixed Opens
- Parramatta 2
- Lake Macquarie
- Souths 1
- Shellharbour
- Souths 2
- Sydney City
Men’s 30s
Women’s 27s
- Sydney City
- Central Coast
Senior Mixed
Women’s 37s
Men’s 40s
Men’s 45s
- Sydney City 1
- Central Coast
Women’s 47s
Men’s 50s
Men’s 55s
Keep up to date with all live fixtures and results via Sportfix.
To tune into Finals Day Livestream, head to the New South Wales Oztag Facebook page.
Coverage will kick off at 8.15am on Field 2 with the Men’s 45s Quarter Final, which will see Sydney City take on Cronulla.
NSW Oztag wish all teams competing tomorrow the best of luck and look forward to crowning the 2024 NSW Senior State Champions.
by Chloe Pardy | Mar 20, 2024 | Latest News, NSW Oztag, Tournaments
The 2024 Senior State Championships kicks off on Friday 22 March in Coffs Harbour, with 200 teams determined to lay it all on the line for the championship title.
NSW Oztag are set to welcome over three thousand players to Coffs Harbour this week for the long-awaited 2024 Senior State Championships.
The stakes have been raised for the first time in seven years, as players not only compete for a gold medal, but for New South Wales selection ahead of the 2024 State of Origin in September.
As games are taken to another level, NSW Oztag suggests keeping an eye on the following teams.
Central Coast Men’s 40s will be looking to make it five in a row, having claimed gold every year since 2020.
In Sydney’s South, a pumped Mixed 20s side will be gunning for a three-peat, as will their Men’s 60s.
Also striving for a third consecutive title is Central Coast’s Women’s 20s and Women’s 40s.
Following a nail-biting Final series in 2023, NSW Oztag anticipate a highly competitive Men’s 20s division. Souths have the potential to go back-to-back this weekend, but the likes of Heathcote, Baulkham Hills and Cronulla will make it no easy feat.
Teams worth keeping an eye on in the premier Opens divisions are:
Women’s Opens: Penrith, Central Coast and ACT
Mixed Opens: Penrith, Parramatta and Sydney City
As for the Men’s Opens division, the question on everybody’s mind is whether Souths can go back-to-back, or will hot contenders – Penrith, Central Coast, and St George stand in their way?
Central Coast will no doubt be looking to follow down the successful path of their juniors and continue their ten-year Club Championship dynasty – awarded to the most successful association across all divisions. However, there will be plenty of worthy competition hoping to end this incredible streak.
NSW Oztag look forward to welcoming all teams and spectators to the beautiful Coffs Coast, for the highly anticipated Senior State Cup tournament.
Teams are encouraged to book in for their official team photograph with IB Images via their online booking system, which will place them in the priority system for action shots.
Games will commence at 9.30am on Friday. Keep up to date with the live fixtures and ladder via SportsFix.
Livestream will be via the NSW Oztag Facebook page, with coverage kicking off at 8.15am on Sunday 24 March, thanks to Power Productions.
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