Junior Competition - Under 12s to U18s

As Panthers kids grow and develop, rugby becomes a pathway to unlocking their full potential in a safe, positive, and supportive environment. For our U12s–U18s, training takes on a more structured format, with clear pathways that help older players strive for peak performance and maximise their abilities. Competing in Rugby Victoria’s round-robin competition, Panthers teams play weekly matches against other clubs, with the season culminating in an exciting finals series. These competitions welcome all who want to be part of the game, offering not only skill development and healthy competition but also the chance to experience the true positives of rugby — strong team camaraderie, lifelong friendships, and the pride of wearing Panthers colours. Looking ahead, we’re thrilled to announce that the Northern Panthers will be fielding an U18s team in 2026, giving our players the opportunity to continue their rugby journey at the highest junior level.

In the 2025 season, the Northern Panthers proudly fielded teams from U4s through to U16s in partnership with our merger club, the Shepparton Bulls. It was a year of strong performances, with both our U12s and U16s Girls teams reaching the finals, and our U16s Girls going on to claim the prestigious Silei Etuale Cup. Our U14 and U16 Boys teams also impressed, making it through to the semi-finals before falling just short of progressing further. Building on past success, the Panthers celebrated our U14s reaching the grand final in the 2024 season — a testament to the resilience, growth, and talent across our junior ranks.