National Talent Aligns for 2026 Buildcorp ASJRU Championships on the Sunshine Coast

The future stars of Australian rugby are set to gather in Queensland this July for the second annual Buildcorp Australian Schools and Junior Rugby Union (ASJRU) Championships.

Hosted at Sunshine Coast Stadium and the Kawana Sports Precinct, the tournament represents a landmark alignment in the national youth representative program, bringing together boys’ and girls’ pathways from every state and territory onto a single elite stage.

A Unified Pathway and Strategic Alignment

The 2026 event solidifies the collaboration between Rugby Australia and the Australian Schools Rugby Union, creating a streamlined transition from grassroots to professional ranks.

• Format: The “festival of rugby” features more than 50 representative sides competing across two formats.
• Schedule: The action begins with the 7s tournament (5–6 July) followed immediately by the XVs tournament (7–10 July).

CEO of Rugby Australia, Phil Waugh, noted that the event highlights the commitment to “strengthen the connection from grassroots to the elite side of the game,” providing a clear roadmap for emerging talent.

Buildcorp managing director, Tony Sukkar AM, described the event as a “natural extension” of their community support, helping young players from across the country transition to the national stage.

Naming rights sponsor Buildcorp continues its extensive investment in the code, adding the ASJRU Championships to a portfolio that includes the Wallaroos and Super Rugby Women’s.

Regional Impact and High-Performance Facilities

For the Sunshine Coast, the championships build on the momentum of hosting the ANZAC Day Test between the Wallaroos and Black Ferns earlier this year.

• Economic Driver: Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli emphasised the regional benefits, stating that visitors for the tournament drive significant economic impact for local businesses.
• World-Class Venue: The Kawana Sports Precinct provides the “high-performance” environment required for young athletes to adapt to the demands of top-level representative competition.

The teenagers competing on the Sunshine Coast this July are the cohort expected to represent the Wallabies and Wallaroos during these home tournaments. 

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