JUNIOR REP PROGRAM - Talent Deserves Opportunity Not Barriers

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Fundraising initiative for "Junior State Age" athlete's. There is up to 80 teams in each age division. Athlete's compete in U12's, U13's & U14's.

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Every year, young athletes across Queensland chase something bigger than a trophy. At the Netball Queensland Junior State Age Carnival, thousands of children pull on their uniforms and represent their communities with pride. Associations from across the state — and even international teams such as the Fiji national netball team — come together for four intense, unforgettable days of competition. For many of our athletes, this is the biggest sporting moment of their young lives. Under 12, Under 13 and Under 14 teams battle through more than a dozen games in just four days. It is demanding. It is exhausting. It tests resilience, courage, and character. But beyond the scoreboards, something far more important is built — confidence, leadership, lifelong friendships, and belief. In 2026, TCNAI will send 60 junior athletes to the Gold Coast to compete. To make that happen, families carry a substantial financial commitment to cover travel, accommodation, uniforms, preparation, and support staff. When you consider players, coaches, managers, officials and wellbeing personnel, the overall investment required to deliver this opportunity is significant. This fundraiser exists for one reason: to make opportunity accessible. Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting our Under 12, 13 and 14 athletes travelling in July 2026. Funds will be distributed to players who actively participate in the 2026 Representative Program — easing the burden on families and ensuring selection is determined by talent, effort and commitment, not financial capacity. You do not need to understand netball to understand what this represents.This is about young people learning to work hard. To handle pressure. To represent something bigger than themselves. To grow.Your support is not simply backing a sporting trip. It is backing the next generation with belief.If you can give — give. If you can share — share. If you can stand behind these young athletes — stand with us.Every contribution strengthens their opportunity and reduces the load on families who are doing everything they can to support their children’s ambitions.