10/06/2026
⚽🏆 2026 DEVONPORT CUP – WHAT A WEEKEND! 🤩⚽
Games Played: 348
Players: Approx. 2,500
Teams: 150
Clubs/Academies/Soccer Schools: 23
Referees: 61 ⭐
Venues: 4
DJSA would like to extend a HUGE thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 Devonport Cup such an incredible success.
Blessed with fantastic weather across all three days, the energy, sportsmanship and passion created an unforgettable weekend for everyone involved.
There are simply too many people to thank in one post, but we hope everyone knows just how much their contribution was appreciated.
💙 💛⭐️To our amazing committee and volunteers – thank you. Events of this size simply do not happen without you. From setup to pack-up, to problem-solving, you were the heart and soul of the tournament.
Months of planning and preparation and countless hours at grounds over the weekend. Your dedication continues to make the Devonport Cup one of the premier junior events.
✨ To Nathan, assisted by Craig (Maidstone) and Justin (Byard Park) who stepped in last minute to take on venue coordinator roles with confidence and professionalism. A heartfelt thank you to you both.
📸 To the amazing Teresa who every year ensures we have a record through fabulous photos. Thank you.
⭐ To our 61 referees – thank you for your professionalism and commitment across the weekend. A special thank you to Helen, whose tireless work coordinating referees before and during the tournament ensured all but 14 games played had a referee. Your efforts happen behind the scenes, but they are absolutely vital to the success of the Cup.
🍔☕ To our brilliant canteen and BBQ crew at Meercroft – thank you for keeping players, officials and spectators fed, caffeinated and smiling all weekend long. The hours you put in are incredible and greatly appreciated.
🔥 Rotary Club of Devonport North – thank you for helping to keep everyone fed with your fantastic BBQ work. We greatly appreciate your support and look forward to future collaborations.
We’d also like to acknowledge:
👤 Premier Jeremy Rockliff and Senator Richard Colbeck and Mayor Alison Jarman for attending and assisting with presentations at Meercroft.
⭐ Anne Urquhart MP, Senator Josh Dolega and Roger Jaensch MP for attending and assisting with presentations at Valley Rd.
⭐️ Felix Ellis and Gavin Pearce for attending and assisting with presentations at Maidstone Park.
⭐ Councillor Leigh Murphy – thank you for your support, presence and the enormous amount of work you contributed throughout the weekend.
🍔 Kiara (McDonald’s) – thank you for attending and presenting medals at Valley Rd.
👏 Devonport City Council – your behind-the-scenes support with organisation, grounds, cleaning and rubbish collection helped everything run smoothly. A special mention to Will Jago and Ben Storay for their outstanding assistance.
💙💛 Devonport Strikers, 🖤❤️Spreyton Eagles and 💚💛Mersey Colts – thank you for your support, facilities, volunteers and assistance throughout the weekend. The tournament could not have happened without your partnership and commitment.
🍕 Valentino’s Restaurant thank you for the 17 delicious 😋 pizzas donated to feed our tired and hungry committee on Sunday night.
⚽ To the coaches, managers, parents and spectators – thank you for bringing the spirit, passion and support that makes this event so special.
🌟 To the players – this weekend is all about YOU. We hope you created memories, made new friends and enjoyed every minute of your Devonport Cup experience. We can’t wait to see you all again in 2027!
💛 To our sponsors – thank you for your generous support. Your contribution helps make events like this possible and continues to strengthen football in our community.
🙌 Most importantly, thank you to everyone who played a part in making the 2026 Devonport Cup such a special weekend. We are incredibly proud of what was achieved together.
