{"id":39691,"date":"2026-06-30T16:48:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T06:48:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.16news.com.au\/?p=39691"},"modified":"2026-06-30T16:48:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T06:48:48","slug":"2026-hart-junior-state-titles-set-to-be-biggest-in-event-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.16news.com.au\/index.php\/2026\/06\/30\/2026-hart-junior-state-titles-set-to-be-biggest-in-event-history\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 HART Junior State Titles Set to Be Biggest in Event History"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 HART Junior State Titles are just around the corner, and excitement is building one of the biggest weekends on the Netball NSW calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognised as one of the largest community sporting events in the Southern Hemisphere, the Junior State Titles welcomes teams, associations, officials and supporters from across New South Wales to compete in three unforgettable days of competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking place from 4 &#8211; 6 July, the HART Junior State Titles remain one of the premier events on the Netball NSW calendar, bringing together the state&#8217;s best emerging representative talent in the 12U, 13U and 14U age groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Across the weekend, 2,249 games will be played across two venues, supported by 425 umpires and thousands of athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and supporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Campbelltown District Netball Association will host the Championship and Division 2 competitions, while Camden &amp; District Netball Association will welcome Division 3 and 4 teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The HART Junior State Titles play a vital role in the Netball NSW pathway, providing young athletes, coaches, umpires and officials with valuable development opportunities while proudly representing their local Associations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Netball NSW General Manager &#8211; Competitions Stacy Harding said the record participation numbers reflected the ongoing strength of netball being played across the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The HART Junior State Titles are one of the highlights of our calendar and an important step in the development pathway for many young athletes,&#8221; Harding said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;To welcome a record 243 teams from 86 Associations is a fantastic achievement and demonstrates the continued growth and enthusiasm for our game across New South Wales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;These championships provide opportunities for athletes, coaches, umpires and officials to develop their skills, build connections and create lasting memories.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Campbelltown City Council has played a key role in supporting the delivery of the event, helping ensure a first-class experience for participants and supporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With more teams registered than ever and thousands set to descend on south-west Sydney, the 2026 HART Junior State Titles are shaping up to be a landmark celebration of the future of netball in New South Wales.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2026 HART Junior State Titles are just around the corner, and excitement is building one of the biggest weekends on the Netball NSW calendar. 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