The New Zealand Secondary Schools Girls Premier Tournament 2026 is the pinnacle event of secondary school girls’ football in New Zealand, bringing together the country’s leading school teams to compete for the national title.
Held during Winter Tournament Week from 31 August to 4 September 2026, the tournament showcases the highest level of schoolgirl football, featuring outstanding talent, sportsmanship, and competition from schools across New Zealand.
In 2026, the Girls Premier Tournament will be hosted at Crown Park, Taupō, providing a premier sporting environment for athletes, coaches, officials, and supporters. Over five days of competition, teams will compete in a series of matches to determine the national champion while fostering camaraderie, personal development, and lifelong sporting memories.
The tournament is a highlight of the New Zealand secondary school sporting calendar, attracting some of the country's most successful football programmes and emerging young athletes. Beyond the competition itself, the event contributes to local economic activity through visitor spending on accommodation, hospitality, retail, and tourism experiences, while showcasing Taupō as a leading destination for major sporting events.
The New Zealand Secondary Schools Girls Premier Tournament celebrates excellence in sport, teamwork, leadership, and school pride, providing a valuable pathway for young footballers aspiring to higher levels of the game.
