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Amateur league standings highlight Central Coast participation patterns
Youth team results and local club numbers point to steady involvement in regional fitness activities.
How we reported this
Central Coast M. Youth finished 8th in the NPL NSW 2 amateur youth league with 26 points from 7 wins, 5 draws and 6 losses after 18 games. A separate youth table placed Central Coast Mariners Youth on 17 points from 1 win, 3 draws and 13 losses in 17 matches.
Why current tables matter for local activity levels
These positions arrive midway through the 2025-26 season and reflect the number of teams still fielding sides across multiple age groups. The Central Coast Youth Football League supports 12 chapters, giving a direct measure of organised football participation on the coast.
The Central Coast Council maintains 164 sporting areas used for cricket, soccer, netball, rugby league and AFL. Central Coast Junior and Senior Rugby Leagues run 16 junior and 10 senior clubs that accept players of all ages and genders. Urban Rec operates adult social leagues from its base in Kincumber, while Jamboree Sports runs indoor soccer sessions for ages 7-15 at Kincumber Indoor Sports.
What the numbers show about involvement
With 18 matches completed in NPL NSW 2 and 17 matches in the parallel youth table, the volume of fixtures indicates consistent weekly training and game commitments. The Central Coast Sports Council represents clubs and organisations that use these facilities, linking participation data to broader community use of the 164 council-managed grounds.
Residents can review updated tables on the listed league sites or contact the Central Coast Youth Football League and Central Coast Council sports department for current registration details at local grounds.