Event Information

12 years Boys and Girls League Trials (Born in 2014-2015)

All students MUST have been selected at their school then regional trials to register & compete at MN Diocesan Trials.
Please do not register unless you have been selected at the regional trial. Please see your school sport coordinator for information on school & regional trials.

Diocesan Date                                         Backup Date
Tuesday 24th March 2026                                 Tuesday 31st March 2026

Entries close 10th March 2026. Any students who does not register on time will NOT be eligible to trial

Time
9.30 am – 1.00 pm approx
                               
Venue
Salamander Bay Sporting Complex, 9 Tarrant Road, Salamander Bay.                        

Criteria to Nominate

You must be selected at a regional trial to attend diocesan trials.

There will be two regional trials:

For schools in Manning, Upper Hunter and Lower Hunter the regional trial date will be 26th February 2026. 

For Schools in Lake, Central and North the regional trial will be 27th February 2026.

Information regarding these regional trials will come from schools

Please note this is an elite pathway. These trials are for 11 and 12 year olds who are experienced, highly talented players currently involved with league.

Some things to think about before applying. Are you registered to a Hunter junior rugby league club in 2026? Have you been playing rugby league for several years? For the 12 years, did you take part in the 11 years trials? Are you consistently one of the better players in your club side? Does your coach acknowledge your strong performances throughout the season?  Have you previously received end of year club awards such as best and fairest, best back or best forward? These are indicators that your child may be suitable to trial.

Registration Process for Diocesan Level

When a child is selected at a regional level, they will be given instructions to register on the csnsw.sport website for the diocesan trial. Please ensure you complete all fields especially playing position and experience.  

Once registered the website will generate an email to your school principal/sport coordinator for them to approve. Your registration must be approved by your school principal before you can attend the trials. Please follow up if this is not done. If you do not meet the criteria/standard for this trial, the sport coordinator/principal will not approve your registration. To view team pack information, log into your account and go to your child’s current registrations. Click on “view registration” to see the diocesan details.

Cost $25 per student. Payment is required at time of registration. Please note this is non refundable. 

Please contact your school sport coordinator for any questions & further information regarding school or regional trials. 

Congratulations to the following students who have successfully gained a position in the Maitland Newcastle Diocesan Rugby League teams to progress to the Polding Selections:

12 years Boys

12 years Girls

Congratulations to the following Students who gained Selection into the Polding team

12 years Boys

12 years Girls