The 2026 Queensland Touch Football Junior State Cup has come to an exciting close, with three days of outstanding competition showcasing the next generation of touch football talent.
Hosted by Queensland Touch Football, the state’s premier junior event brought together teams from across Queensland to compete for Junior State Cup glory.
Across the three-day tournament, players, coaches, officials and supporters created a fantastic atmosphere as the best young athletes in the state displayed their speed, skill and sportsmanship on the touch football field.
Queensland Touch Football CEO Greg Denny praised all participants for making the event another memorable success.
“Congratulations and thank you to all of our teams for a fantastic three days of competition at the 2026 Junior State Cup.
“Year after year, the Junior State Cup continues to highlight the incredible talent coming through our sport, and this tournament has once again demonstrated that the future of Queensland Touch Football is in very good hands.
“It’s been fantastic to see players, coaches, referees and supporters come together to celebrate our game and create such a positive atmosphere throughout the event.
“Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making this year’s Junior State Cup another outstanding success,” he said.
From the opening round through to the final whistle, teams battled fiercely across every division in pursuit of championship success.
The finals day proved to be a fitting conclusion to the tournament, with players leaving everything on the field in front of passionate supporters and teammates.
Queensland Touch Football also extends its thanks to the referees, referee coaches and referee panel members who played a vital role throughout the championship. Their commitment helped ensure the competition was played in the spirit of fairness, respect and excellence.
Congratulations also go to the recipients of the tournament’s referee awards and individual honours, recognising their outstanding contributions both on and off the field.
2026 JUNIOR STATE CUP CHAMPIONS
Under 18 Girls Champions: UQ Rebels
Under 18 Boys Champions: BMTA
Under 16 Girls Champions: BMTA
Under 16 Girls Challenge: Bundaberg
Under 16 Boys Champions: Palm Beach
Under 16 Boys Challenge: Townsville
Under 14 Girls Champions: Gold Coast
Under 14 Girls Challenge: BMTA
Under 14 Boys Champions: Gold Coast A
Under 14 Boys Challenge: BMTA
Under 12 Girls Champions: Gold Coast
Under 12 Boys Champions: BMTA
Under 10 Girls Champions: Redlands Red
Under 10 Boys Champions: Gold Coast
Congratulations also go to the recipients of the prestigious Kerry Norman and Scott Notley Awards, which recognise young players who are outstanding role models within their affiliates and the wider touch football community.
Kerry Norman Award – Micaeli Robust from Gold Coast Touch Association.
Scott Notley Award – Jontaye Brown from Arana Touch Association.
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REFEREE AWARDS
Male Referee of the Championship – Ben Hawkins
Female Referee of the Championship – Abigail Muller
Male Junior Referee Encouragement Award – Connor Beck
Female Junior Referee Encouragement Award – Eva Carney
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AFFILIATE AWARDS
Eggers/Mowles Trophy – Large Affiliate: BMTA
Bronwyn & Don Holland Trophy – Medium Affiliate: Bundaberg
Carroll/Etherdon Trophy – Small Affiliate: Redcliffe
The Junior State Cup continues to be one of Queensland Touch Football’s showcase events, bringing together thousands of players, coaches, referees and families from across the state while providing a pathway for future representative stars.
Congratulations to all players, officials and affiliates on their efforts throughout the championship, and thank you to the volunteers, staff and supporters who helped make the 2026 Junior State Cup another memorable celebration of touch football.
For full results, championship standings and honour roll information, visit the Junior State Cup website.
Thank you, Redlands, for an incredible Junior State Cup 2026. We look forward to welcoming the touch football community to Rockhampton for the 2027 Junior State Cup from 8–10 July 2027.
