Welcome to the 2026 Devonport Cup, the first major tournament of the year for junior
associations and club teams. This prestigious event brings together junior soccer players and
coaches from across Tasmania to showcase their development and emerging talent.
Firstly, I am delighted to welcome McDonald’s back as our naming rights sponsor, along with
Devonport City Council and McGrath as our major sponsors. We are immensely grateful for
their continued support.
In promoting this wonderful sport, our focus remains on teamwork, fair play, fun, and
development. We hope to see all players thrive in these key areas throughout the weekend,
with the support and encouragement of everyone attending.
We ask every player, parent, spectator, and coach to abide by the Code of Conduct throughout
the Devonport Cup. Please support and respect our referees and administration staff, who are
here to learn and develop alongside the players. Without these dedicated volunteers, events
such as this would not be possible.
I would like to personally thank the DJSA Committee and the Devonport Cup Subcommittee
for their tireless efforts and hard work leading into the tournament.
Special thanks also to the staff from Devonport City Council for providing many of the
essential services that are often taken for granted. To our hardworking volunteers who set up
pitches and facilities each morning and pack them down again at the end of each day —
thank you.
I would also like to acknowledge the support of the Devonport Strikers for the use of their
excellent facilities at Valley Road, the Spreyton Football Club for the use of Maidstone Park,
and the Mersey Colts Cricket Club for the use of Byard Park throughout the weekend.
A big thank you to our referee coordinators for their commitment and effort. Finally, to all
our sponsors and supporters, your contributions help make the Devonport Cup an event the
entire community can be proud of.
Once again, welcome to the 2026 Devonport Cup. During breaks between games, take the
opportunity to enjoy our beautiful city and surrounding views.
Thank you and enjoy the tournament!
John Alexiou
President
Devonport Junior Soccer Association