16-18 years
Around 15 years of age players may decide to increase the time and effort they direct towards their rugby league.
The statewide competitions for men and women between the ages of 16 and 18 provide the platform for players to develop their skills and to be recognised by club recruiters as they test themselves against peers from across Queensland.
Pathway competitions listed are governed by the QRLs statewide competitions team and clubs collaborate with the QRL’s pathway and performance unit to ensure players and coaches are able to access best practice performance support.
Cyril Connell Challenge (Boys)
Purpose
Entry point to male statewide competitions as players consider investing more time and effort towards their rugby league.
Program design
The pre-season is 8-10 weeks followed by three rounds (one per fortnight) of matches. There are no finals.
Season length
The pre-season and season runs December through to May.
Clubs
| South East Pool 1 | South East Pool 2 | Central Pool | North Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe Dolphins | Tweed Seagulls | Wide Bay Bulls | Northern Pride |
| Wynnum Manly Seagulls | Souths Logan Magpies | Central Queensland Capras | Townsville Blackhawks |
| Norths Devils | Burleigh Bears | Sunshine Coast Falcons | Mackay Cutters |
| Brisbane Tigers | Ipswich Jets | Western Mustangs |
Auswide Bank Mal Meninga Cup
Purpose
The Auswide Bank Mal Meninga Cup provides an opportunity for players to increase their commitment and investment towards rugby league.
Program design
The pre-season runs for 10-12-weeks, followed by six rounds of weekly matches plus finals.
Season length
The pre-season and season run November to May.
Clubs
| South East Pool 1 | South East Pool 2 | Central Pool | North Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe Dolphins | Tweed Seagulls | Wide Bay Bulls | Northern Pride |
| Wynnum Manly Seagulls | Burleigh Bears | Central Queensland Capras | Townsville Blackhawks |
| Norths Devils | Souths Logan Magpies | Sunshine Coast Falcons | Mackay Cutters |
| Brisbane Tigers | Ipswich Jets | Western Mustangs |
Queensland Rugby League respects and honours the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.
