Juniors Light Up Darwin Junior League Grand Finals
2025 Chemist Warehouse Darwin Junior Rugby League Grand Final Day
The future stars of Territory Rugby League shone brightly at Territory Rugby League Stadium on Saturday, 30 August, as the 2025 Chemist Warehouse Darwin Junior Rugby League Grand Final Day delivered a full day of thrilling matches, community spirit, and unforgettable moments.
From Under 13s through to Under 17s, our junior players displayed courage, skill, and sportsmanship—showcasing exactly why the game is in such good hands.
🏆 Under 13 Boys Grand Final
Litchfield Bears 26 def. Nightcliff Dragons 18
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Player of the Final – Josh Roberts, Litchfield Bears
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Match Officials – Patrick Finn, Katie Rose Breed & Levi Stevens
Presenter - Dan Hillard, Mix 104.9
🏆 Under 13 Girls Grand Final
Darwin Brothers 18 def. Northern Sharks 14
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Player of the Final – April Payne, Darwin Brothers
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Match Officials – Jordan Riddle, Alex Miller & Elye Clout
Presenter - Carissa Liddle, NRL NT Referees Appointment Coordinator
🏆 Under 14 Boys Grand Final
Nightcliff Dragons 22 def. Litchfield Bears 14
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Player of the Final – Oliver Rivas, Nightcliff Dragons
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Match Officials – Alex Liddle, Ricky Ryan & Zac Waters
Presenter - Duncan MacGillivray, NRL NT Pathways Coordinator
🏆 Under 15 Girls Grand Final
Litchfield Bears 16 def. Darwin Brothers 12 (Extra Time)
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Player of the Final – Alana Finn, Litchfield Bears
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Match Officials – Kate McTaggart, James Irwin & Jordan Riddle
Presenter - Ricky Liddle, NT Rugby League Referees Association President
🏆 Under 16 Boys Grand Final – Michael Edwards (Wally) Memorial Shield
South Darwin Rabbitohs 22 def. Northern Sharks 16
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Joe Allia Memorial
Player of the Final – Dusty Cannard, South Darwin Rabbitohs
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Match Officials – Toby Mandziak, Harry Liddle & Ethan Sues
Presenter - Jackie Edwards, NRL NT Life Member from the Nightcliff Dragons & Leelee Allia Family representative of Joe Allia
🏆 Under 17 Girls Grand Final
Darwin Brothers 20 def. Litchfield Bears 6
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Player of the Final – Emma Healey, Darwin Brothers
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Match Officials – Marcos Steinhardt, Joshua Crowhurst & Lachlan Specteter
Presenter - Leesa Ostrofski, Tru-Flow Services
🌟 Thank You
The Chemist Warehouse Darwin Junior League Grand Final Day was a wonderful reflection of the passion and commitment of our rugby league community. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, families, referees, and volunteers who made this day so special.
A heartfelt thank you to our partners Chemist Warehouse, Event Cinemas, DABSCO, Tru-Flow Services, McDonald’s, and NO MORE AU THE STAND for their continued support in ensuring the success of junior rugby league in the Territory.
Special Mention to our Official Media Partner (Photography) Patch Clapp Photography
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