Forster once again lived up to its reputation as one of the most iconic and demanding venues on the NSW triathlon calendar as hundreds of athletes arrived for the NSW Triathlon Club Championships 2026. With hot, humid conditions, a hilly bike course, and the unmistakable buzz of club‑against‑club rivalry, the Interclub Leagues delivered one of their most dramatic rounds of the season.
Seven leagues were in action — Hunter, North Coast, South Coast, Hume, Sydney Premier League, Sydney League 1, and New England — all chasing valuable double points at the biggest race of the year.
League-by-League Wrap-Up
Hume Triathlon League
The Yass Valley Galahs (302 points) extended their already strong lead thanks to a crucial 56‑point Club Champs performance. The Goulburn Rambos (143 points) remain in second, with the Wagga Dancing Crows (33 points) steady in third. The Galahs now sit in the box seat heading into the back half of the season.
Next Round (Final):
➡️ Husky Triathlon – 28 -29 March 2026
New England Triathlon League – Season Complete
For New England, Club Champs served as both the decider and the celebration.
The Tamworth Tigers (520 points) stormed home with a massive 168 points, sealing the 2025–26 Interclub Championship title. Their consistency across all four rounds made them unbeatable.
The Scone Stormers (359 points) locked in second after a huge 158‑point return, while Armidale (175 points) and Gunnedah (94 points) completed the league standings.
2025–26 Interclub Champions: Tamworth Tigers 🏆
Hunter Triathlon League
The battle in the Hunter League intensified dramatically at Forster. The Newcastle Nitros (685 points) strengthened their grip on first place with 178 Club Champs points, but the real movement came from the chasers.
The Tomaree Tridents (495 points) jump into third after a huge 282‑point surge, passing the Central Coast Maddoggers (464 points) despite their own sizeable 300‑point round. Maitland Magic (534 points) remain second overall but face increasing pressure from the clubs charging behind them. The battle for positions two to four is now incredibly tight.
Next Rounds:
➡️ Lake Macquarie Triathlon Festival – 8 March 2026
➡️ CCTRI Club Race – 10 May 2026
North Coast Triathlon League
Forster delivered one of the most thrilling shake‑ups of the North Coast Interclub season.
The Coffs Harbour Rockets (651 points) banked 258 points to maintain their lead, while the Yamba Stingrays (552 points) and Byron Breakers (542 points) both remained firmly in the title fight after scoring 186 and 226 points respectively.
But the day’s biggest surge came from the Port Macquarie Pelicans (466 points), who blasted through Forster with 300 points, making a late‑season charge up the ladder.
Next Rounds:
➡️ Byron Bay Triathlon – 26 April 2026
➡️ Coffs Harbour Triathlon – 9-10 May 2026
South Coast Triathlon League
The Jervis Bay Dolphins (351 points) remain firmly in command after another consistent round. The Illawarra Cannons (277 points) and Kiama Coasters (249 points) continue to tussle for second, with minimal ladder movement after Club Champs.
Next Rounds:
➡️ Husky Triathlon – 28 -29 March 2026
➡️ Wollongong Triathlon – 19 April 2026
Sydney Triathlon Premier League
The Cronulla Sharks (680 points) were unstoppable, roaring to a dominant 300‑point Club Champs performance that opened a decisive gap atop the league ladder.
Behind them are Warringah Waves (512 points and Balmoral Purple Thunder (460 points) who both scored well but couldn’t match Cronulla’s surge. Concord (428 points) also made progress with an important 162‑point haul.
Next Rounds:
➡️ Husky Triathlon – 28 -29 March 2026
➡️ Wollongong Triathlon – 19 April 2026
Sydney Triathlon League 1
The battle for the top position is so close with both the Hills Red Army and the Panthers sitting on 464 points. The Coogee Comets (422 points) stay competitive after a big 298‑point round, while the Bondi Brats (376 points) continue their surge with a 300‑point haul. STL1 now has four genuine title contenders and the title race is now the closest in any league.
Next Rounds:
➡️ Husky Triathlon – 28 -29 March 2026
➡️ Wollongong Triathlon – 19 April 2026
