AFL Queensland has secured eleven nominations for the 2024 Queensland Sport Awards, with the Yeronga-based U17 QLD Boys team’s historic victory earning them a Junior Sport Team of the Year nomination.
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Historic achievement for the U17 QLD Boys team
The nomination follows a groundbreaking victory over Victoria Metro in Melbourne, where Queensland’s finest young talent demonstrated their prowess with a convincing 20-point win. The achievement marks the first time the Queensland junior team has overcome the Victorian powerhouse.
Under the strategic guidance of coach John Deitz, the team’s success exemplifies the growing strength of Queensland’s football development programs. The victory, ending in the U17 QLD Boys 12.8 (80) defeating Vic Metro 8.2 (60), showcases the depth of talent emerging from local pathways—with the twelve Queensland goals being scored by eleven different goalkickers.
The nomination acknowledges the successful partnership between the Brisbane Lions and Gold Coast Suns academies, with standout performances from academy products including Daniel Annable, Jared Moss, Cooper Collins, Harry Grills, Benjamin Lillico, and Koby Coulson. Their achievements highlight the effectiveness of Queensland’s development system.
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2024 Queensland Sport Awards
The winners will be announced at the 2024 Queensland Sport Awards and Hall of Fame Induction ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, 21 November at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. This recognition positions Queensland football among the state’s elite sporting programs.
The nomination, backed by on-field success, signals Queensland’s emergence as a significant force in Australian rules football.
Published 09-November-2024
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