Scouting Notes: 2026 NTFL U18 Futures Boys
TEAM SPEARS saluted in Saturday’s Under 18 Futures match, as part of the NTFL’s All-Star weekend. Wanderers prospect Sonny Smiler shone with a bag of five goals in the romping win, which showcased the best emerging talent the Northern Territory has to offer. We took note of some of the standout performances from either side. […]
PREVIEW | NTFL All-Star Saturday
THE NORTHERN Territory Football League’s (NTFL) All-Star showcase takes place tomorrow, with four games set to deliver the best the NT has to offer. Under 18 boys and girls open the show for fixtures between the senior locals and imports, and we highlight the players to watch in each match. >> SQUADS: 2026 NTFL All-Star […]
NT Talent Time: Crocs unleash youngsters in Round 14
RISING Star nominee Sydney-Jack Baker was the standout among an emerging group of youngsters to make a mark for Southern Districts in Round 14. In his NTFL Men’s Premier League (MPL) debut, the 16-year-old booted a goal from his eight disposals as the Crocs beat Darwin by 37 points on Saturday. >> MPL Round 14: […]
NT Talent Time: Young guns hit the big stage
WHILE the summer period marks a well-earned offseason for most footballers, those in the Northern Territory are in the midst of their 2025/26 campaign. Fly-ins have bolstered the competition, but there is also an emerging crop of local talent looking to earn senior opportunities. We highlight some of the NT’s Under-20 prospects to have graced […]