The Junior Suncorp Super Netball (JSSN) will celebrate its fifth season in 2026 with a blockbuster fixture and an earlier season start designed to give the next generation of netball stars the stage they deserve.
Following a breakout 2025 campaign, the 2026 JSSN season will hit the court on Saturday, 7 March, running through until late June – ensuring a clear calendar ahead of the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
A 12-round home and away season will see matches played on Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with feature Friday games added throughout the year. All matches will be available live and free on Kayo Freebies, with highlights and replays across Fox Sports and Binge, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment.
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Fans will get their first look at the new JSSN squads in Round 1, with fresh signings, academy graduates, and next-gen talent ready to light up the courts.
The season opener will see the Pink Panthers host the Cubbies in a rivalry clash that has already become a junior classic. Meanwhile, the Bronteys will kick off against the Shooters, showcasing the depth and talent across the competition.
Round 2 will feature a Sydney double-header, marking 100 years since the first interstate junior netball tournament was recorded in New South Wales – a nod to the roots of the game.
Special fixture highlights in 2026 include:
🐣 Easter weekend action with a full round of games
🌺 Anzac Day showdowns across Saturday, 25 April
🔥 The 2025 Grand Final rematch in Round 6 between the Panthers and Bronteys
🎨 The return of First Nations Rounds across Rounds 9 and 10, aligning with National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June)
The home and away season will conclude on Sunday, 14 June, before the Finals Series begins the following week.
JSSN League Commissioner Eliza Morgan said the 2026 fixture was built to celebrate both history and the future of the game.
“This year we mark five years of the JSSN, and the growth of the competition has been incredible,” Morgan said.
“From record crowds in 2025 to bigger broadcast reach than ever before, the JSSN has truly established itself as the world’s premier junior netball league. 2026 will be about celebrating where we’ve come from while giving fans a look at the future stars of Super Netball.”
With international streaming deals expanding to over 80 countries, the JSSN will showcase young talent on a global stage. Domestically, Fox Netball, SEN and Kayo will provide full coverage across broadcast, commentary and behind-the-scenes access.
The JSSN’s milestone fifth season is set to be its boldest yet – with rising stars, fierce rivalries, and a fixture designed to keep fans on the edge of their seats.