The 2024 Junior State Champions have been crowned following a spectacular three days of Oztag in Coffs Harbour.
The much-anticipated Junior State Championships 11-17s kicked off on Friday 23 February, which saw a record 325 teams across 14 divisions determined to take home the title.
Sunday’s Finals saw C.ex Stadium come alive with the roar of spectators on the edge of their seats as numerous games resulted in a one-point difference, or came down to exhilarating extra time drop offs.
In torrential rain, skills were put to the test as it became a game of field position, defense and set completion.
However, with New South Wales Origin selection on the table, teams proved even more determined to leave nothing in the tank – giving their all right to the full-time buzzer .
The clinical Baulkham Hills Girls 17s continued their dynasty, defeating ACT 3-0 to secure their eighth gold medal – a remarkable achievement to win every year since Under 10s.
Baulkham Hills Girls 17s – Champions
Following down the same successful path is the Souths Girls 14s, who won their sixth consecutive championship, and Central Coast Boys 13s who made it four in-a-row.
Baulkham Hills Girls 15s put an end to Central Coast’s five-year winning streak, defeating them by two in a thrilling Grand Final showdown.
The Central Coast Boys 11s went through the whole tournament not only undefeated, but without conceding a single point. However, Nepean came out on top when it mattered, beating them 1-0 in the Grand Final.
Central Coast Boys 17s ended their Junior campaign on a high, defeating first-time Grand Finalist, Inner West in a nail-biting 4-3 clash.
Central Coast Boys 17s – Champions
Following a dominant performance at both Junior State Cup tournaments, NSW Oztag are pleased to announce the 2024 NSW Club Champions – on 106 points, Central Coast.
From the Under 9s through to U17s, Central Coast had 17 of their 18 teams qualify for Quarter Finals, 14 made Semis, and nine advanced to the Grand Final.
Of these, six Central Coast teams took home gold – a testament to the players, coaching staff and all involved with the club.
In second place was Souths on 72 points, and in third was Cronulla on 68.
Below are the 2024 NSW Junior State Cup Grand Final results. Congratulations to all Champions.
Boys 11s: Nepean defeated Central Coast 2-1
Girls 11s: Sutherland defeated Camden 2-1 in extra time
Boys 12s: Central Coast defeated Cronulla 4-3
Girls 12s: Highest qualifiers, Cronulla were crowned champions following a 1-1 draw with Camden after extra time
Boys 13s: Central Coast defeated Cronulla 5-2
Girls 13s: Souths defeated Nepean 1-0
Boys 14s: Cronulla defeated Central Coast 2-1
Girls 14s: Souths defeated Cronulla 4-0
Boys 15s: Souths defeated Nepean 2-1
Girls 15s: Baulkham Hills defeated Central Coast 3-1
Boys 16s: Baulkham Hills defeated Souths 2-1
Girls 16s: Central Coast defeated Baulkham Hills 3-2 in extra time
The stakes were raised on day two of the 2024 NSW Junior State Championships 11s-17s, as players laid it all on the line to secure their position in Sunday’s Finals.
An action-packed day two of the NSW Junior State Cup 11s-17s saw players take their game to a whole new level of brilliance.
The standard of Oztag on display and the number of close games throughout the tournament, suggests that we are in store for some quality finals tomorrow.
The Central Coast Boys 11s scored an astounding 80 tries throughout their six games and had zero points scored against them. An unbelievable run heading into Finals.
Also on a hot streak, are the Baulkham Hills Girls 17s who have scored a total of 64 tries and only conceded one.
The following teams remain undefeated heading into Sunday’s Finals:
BOYS 11s
Baulkham Hills
Nepean
Sutherland
Shellharbour
Central Coast
GIRLS 11s
Sutherland
Souths
Central Coast
BOYS 12s
Nepean
Baulkham Hills
Central Coast
ACT
Cronulla
GIRLS 12s
Central Coast
Sutherland
Cronulla
BOYS 13s
Central Coast
Camden
Shellharbour
GIRLS 13s
Nepean
Souths
Sutherland
Wollongong
Baulkham Hills
BOYS 14s
Cronulla
Newcastle
Nepean
Baulkham Hills
GIRLS 14s
Souths
Camden
Cronulla
Shellharbour
BOYS 15s
East Hills
Easts
Central Coast
GIRLS 15s
Central Coast
Souths
Baulkham Hills
Cronulla
Shellharbour
BOYS 16s
Souths
Central Coast
Cronulla
Baulkham Hills
GIRLS 16s
Souths
Nepean
Central Coast
Cronulla
BOYS 17s
Shellharbour
Cronulla
Inner West
Central Coast
Baulkham Hills
GIRLS 17s
Baulkham Hills
Nepean
ACT
Keep up to date with all live results and Finals fixtures via Sportfix.
Over 5,000 players took to the field for day one of the much anticipated NSW Junior State Championships in Coffs Harbour.
In scorching hot conditions, teams rose to the occasion – fuelled by ambition and determined to apply their months of preparation.
Over the course of the day, the energy and skill level never wavered, making for an excellent first day of competition.
Come early afternoon, grey clouds rolled over C.ex Stadium and teams were met with pouring rain – forcing them to quickly adapt and play wet weather footy.
NSW Oztag were thrilled to see the many smiling faces that flooded the grounds and anticipate that we’re in store for an action-packed weekend in Coffs Harbour.
Heading into day two of the tournament, the following teams currently sit top of the table in their respective Pool.
NSW Oztag are set to welcome a record amount teams to Coffs Harbour ahead of the highly anticipated Junior State Championships 11s-17s this weekend.
The NSW Junior State Championships 11s-17s kicks off Friday 23 Feb in Coffs Harbour, with a record 325 teams determined to take home gold.
With teams having trained for close to four months, NSW Oztag anticipate that we are in store for some unbelievable games over the weekend.
For the first time in seven years, players are not only competing for a gold medal, but are also vying for New South Wales selection ahead of the 2024 State of Origin in September.
The stakes have been raised and teams are up for the challenge. Some are looking to go back-to-back, while others are underdogs ready to prove themselves.
The dynasty that is the Baulkham Hills Girls 17s are determined to make Oztag history as they gun for their eighth consecutive championship – having won every year since 2017 (Under 10s).
Looking to make it six in a row is the Souths Girls 14s and Central Coast Girls 15s, who have both claimed gold in their respective divisions every year since 2019.
The Central Coast Boys 13s will be striving for their fourth successive championship title, but as the standard of Oztag continues to heighten every year – there will be plenty of worthy competition striving for glory.
The premier division of our Junior tournaments – the Under 17s, are determined to lay it all on the line for their last year of Juniors. Teams worth keeping an eye on are:
Boys 17’s: Nepean, Baulkham Hills and Central Coast
Girls 17s: Baulkham Hills, Central Coast and Shellharbour.
The 2024 NSW State Cup will see Baulkham Hills chase a back-to-back Club Championship – an award for the most successful club of the tournament, across all age groups and divisions.
Following the Junior State Cup 9s-10s in Penrith, Central Coast sit top of the table on 25pts, while Nepean and Souths trail close behind in second (20pts).
NSW Oztag look forward to welcoming all teams and spectators to the beautiful Coffs Coast, for their highly-anticipated Junior 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 10am on Friday. Keep up to date with the live fixtures and ladder via SportsFix..
The 2024 NSW Junior State Cup 9s-10s Champions have been crowned, following a successful weekend of Oztag in Penrith.
NSW Oztag welcomed a record 96 teams to The Kingsway Playing Fields on Saturday 10 February, for the first tournament of 2024 – the Under 9s-10s State Championships.
Being the first State Cup for many, players took the field with unwavering enthusiasm – quick to apply their months of training and produce some spectacular games of Oztag.
The energy was electric come day two as teams were prepared to lay it all on the line in hope of qualifying for Finals.
The crowds grew louder as games were taken to another level, evident in the numerous qualifiers that resulted in a one-point difference or headed into thrilling extra time drop offs.
Below are the Grand Final results. Congratulations to all 2024 Junior State Champions.
NSW Oztag would like to thank everyone in attendance for making the first tournament of the year an enjoyable one for all involved.
Congratulations to all teams on your hard work and preparation.
At the conclusion of the tournament – Central Coast sit as current front runners for the Junior Club Championship, with Souths and Nepean trailing close behind.
NSW Oztag look forward to welcoming the 11s – 17s divisions to Coffs Harbour on Friday 23 February, where the remainder of the 2024 State Champions will be crowned.
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