The Junior Oceania Cup
Held Annually in March
Under 7s – Under 16s
NZTFI Junior Oceania Cup
Celebrating who we are, where we come from, and what unites us.
The Junior Oceania Cup is a heritage-based representative tournament celebrating the rich cultural diversity within Aotearoa’s tag football community. Each year, young players represent Indigenous Māori, Pasifika and Invitational Nations, proudly wearing the colours of their whakapapa. Held annually in March, the tournament
creates a powerful platform for cultural expression through sport. Teams are locally formed within New Zealand, creating a unique event that combines sport with cultural connection. More than just a competition, the Junior Oceania Cup is a celebration of heritage, community, and cultural identity.
NZTFI Junior Oceania Cup
Cultural Pride, Developmental Pathways, Community.
The Junior Oceania Cup offers young players the chance to connect with their heritage while competing in a high-energy, festival-style event. The tournament is built around:
The JOC is a key event for young athletes looking to grow both in the game and in their identity.
Cultural pride and connection – empowering tamariki to represent their roots on and off the field.
Development pathways – offering both non-competitive (U7–U12) and competitive divisions (U13–U16) to support all levels of play.
Whānau and community spirit – creating an inclusive space where families, nations, and players come together.
NZTFI Junior Oceania Cup
Unity through diversity.
Averaging 200+ teams across 40 fields, the Junior Oceania Cup has grown into one of the largest and most culturally significant junior sporting events in Aotearoa — now rivalling the scale of the Junior Tag Nationals. Spanning three days, the event blends elite tag football with the energy of a cultural festival.
From haka and traditional dress to food stalls and supporter zones, the Junior Oceania Cup is a powerful expression of unity through diversity — and a meaningful milestone for every young player who takes the field.