AFL New Zealand has created its Youth
Competition for new players to participate in
the sport of AFL.
Within the AFL New Zealand Youth competition there is a focus on improving athletes’ skills and fitness along with a training, game and development programme that highlights the necessary requirements throughout the pathway.
The AFL New Zealand Youth competition includes three major centres in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

Schedule
The AFL New Zealand Youth schedule runs from October through to December. See more below.
AFLNZ Youth Schedule
Pathways & National Representation
The AFL New Zealand Youth Programme aims to provide a pathway for participants to excel in AFL. The AFL New Zealand High Performance programme includes national teams for both Male and Females, that represent New Zealand from Under 14 to 18 and Senior levels.