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UNE Harold Matthews Cup
The UNE Harold Matthews Cup, for Under 17s boys, has developed a host of NSW-based stars since 1970.
In 2026 the Newcastle Knights claimed their sixth Harold Matthews Cup, and first since 2019, with a convincing 22-0 win over Sydney Roosters at Leichhardt Oval.
| Founded | 1970 |
| Age Group | Under 17s |
| Clubs | 17 |
| Feeds Into | UNE SG Ball Cup |
| Most Successful Club | Parramatta Eels (20 premierships) |
| Current Premiers | Newcastle Knights |
| Hashtag | #HaroldMattthewsCup |
| Records | A list of previous Premiers |
Harold Matthews Cup News
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