The 2026 Newcastle Permanent Champion of Champions came to an end after six thrilling days of football at Coffs Coast Synthetics, Coffs Harbour.
Clubs from all seven member zones travelled to compete for the championship title in their respective age groups.
Following thrilling competition in the group stages and fierce finals, nine teams claimed the title of champions.
BOYS
Under-12s: Port Saints defeated Lismore Thistles 2-0
Under-13s: Port United defeated Yamba FC 2-0
Under-14s: Alstonville FC defeated Pottsville Beach 1-0
Under-15s: Nelson Bay FC defeated Lismore Thistles 1-0
Under-16s: Iona FC defeated Alstonville FC 3-0
Iona FC under-16s coach Simon Granfield was delighted to see his team taste success at the tournament.
"We had a fantastic competition today. We have been coming to this tournament for years and each year we've been trying to compete and be a part of it," Granfield said.
"We also came up second trumps to Alstonville FC but today we got some success with a 3-0 win [in the grand final]. It was a fantastic result for us and the club.
"To all the organisers, thank you so much for all the effort that goes into it. To Northern NSW Football, Newcastle Permanent and the referees you have done a fantastic job.
"This tournament looks really professional and it flows to the players."
GIRLS
Under-12s: Northern Storm Age Champions
Under-13s: Boambee FC defeated Toronto Awaba JFC 4-0
Under-14s: Northern Storm defeated Bellingen FC 1-0
Under-15s: Northern Storm defeated Lismore Thistles via penalties 0(4)-0(2)
Under-16s: Coffs City United defeated South Maitland FC 2-0
Boambee FC coach Morgan Rose was thrilled with his side's performance over the tournament and was eager to return in 2027.
"I'm very proud of the girls. They played a tough competition and there were plenty of tough teams they came up against from out of the area," Rose said.
"I'm proud of how my team played and responded. They put in a big effort over the weekend in some hot conditions.
"It's been a really good competition and run really well with a good bunch of young referees coming through.
"Thank you to Northern NSW Football for putting on the event and we look forward to coming back next year."
NNSWF Football Operations and Compliance Officer Mitchell O'Keefe congratulated all participants on an outstanding tournament.
"It was fantastic to see teams from all seven Northern NSW Football member zones come together to represent their clubs and regions with pride and passion throughout the 2026 Newcastle Permanent Champion of Champions tournament," O'Keefe said.
"Congratulations to all teams for their amazing efforts. Players showcased high-quality football and displayed the true spirit of the game throughout the competition.
"A special thank you to all players, coaches, officials, volunteers and spectators who made this year's tournament such a success. We look forward to building on this momentum and seeing everyone again in 2027."