Schools
Paul Kelly Cup
Paul Kelly Cup is the biggest Australian rules knock-out competition for primary school students in Australia, with almost 10,000 young footballers participating in 2024.
- Paul Kelly Cup is the premier primary school competition in NSW and ACT for boys and girls in Years 5 and 6
- The competition is open to all primary schools in NSW/ACT
Local Days are held across the state and territory, progressing to 10 regional finals and a State Final, to held at Blacktown International Sports Park on 30th July
High School Competitions
The AFL NSW/ACT Junior and Senior Schools Cups are designed to engage high school students in a competitive pathway competition and engage players in the game of Australian Rules Football in NSW/ACT.
- Junior and Senior Schools Cup is the AFL high school competition state pathway
- Both competitions are open to all high schools in NSW/ACT
Local Days are held across the state and territory, progressing to regional and state finals (dates to be advised)
Independent School Competitions
The Independent AFL Schools Competitions, administered by AFL NSW/ACT, offer a premier Australian Football experience for Independent Schools. By partnering closely with key Associations, the program delivers high-quality competitions for both male and female students, aligning with existing school sporting schedules and providing a positive, inclusive environment for the entire school community.
The AFL Sydney Independent Schools Competition is held in Term 1 (Secondary Girls) and Terms 2-3 (Secondary Boys) for Independent Schools across Greater Sydney on Friday evenings and Saturdays.
- Fixtures & Results
- Quick Reference Rules Guide:
- Boys
- Girls - Rules & Regulations Document (Girls)