JERSEY FLEGG POWER RANKINGS

They’re the next generation of stars that are primed to make their mark on the biggest stage. Here are the top 25 players aged 21 and under you can expect to see tearing it up in first grade in the years to come.

LATU FAINU (MANLY)

It’s hard to believe that Fainu is still only 17 years old. The young half has already had the benefit of training with the NRL squad after signing a big deal that saw Manly beat out a number of suitors.

CASSIUS TIA (ROOSTERS)

The chief playmaker of the Tricolours under-19s, the zippy Tia has been a class above in the SG Ball this season. Earmarked by the Roosters as a future NRL player, he’s just as sharp between the ears and kicks goals to boot.

TERRELL KALO KALO (SOUTH SYDNEY)

Was spotted in the NRL trials, Kalo Kalo graduated from SG Ball to Flegg in 2022 and got the chance to play for the NSW U19s as well. A natural fullback, but can slot in on the wing.

TALLIS DUNCAN (SOUTH SYDNEY) One of the stars of the pre-season for the Rabbitohs who stood out against Manly. A former SG Ball player of the year who will feature heavily in NSW Cup, with a very realistic chance of getting his shot in the NRL this year. TREIGH STEWART (ST GEORGE ILLAWARRA) 21-year-old Treigh Stewart was one of the consistent performers for the Dragons in the NSW Cup last season and he looked very strong against St Helens when taking the field.

HARRISON HASSETT (PENRITH)

A hugely talented backrower who was selected in the 2022 Australian Schoolboys team. He’s committed his future to the Penrith Panthers until 2025, and was named SG Ball player of the year for the Panthers last year.

TANOUS (TONY) SUKKAR (WESTS TIGERS)

A key part of the Balmain SG Ball set-up and got the chance to shine in the NRL trials. A big body who can also kick goals, expect him to get some Flegg game time this season.

JOSH FELEDY (WESTS TIGERS) There’s a reason why the Tigers worked hard to bring him across from Manly. A rising five-eighth/centre who has shown plenty of promise in SG Ball for Balmain. Played in the NRL trials and will feature in Flegg.

XAVIER VA’A (ROOSTERS)

It seems like a matter of when, not if Va’a gets a shot in first grade. Picked up by the Roosters last season, the Toowoomba native cuts an imposing figure with his size and engine, and has already had a taste of NSW Cup.

BLAIZE TALAGI (PARRAMATTA) Blaize by name, blaze by nature. Another silky Eel to attend last year’s Junior Blues two-day camp, Talagi is one of the hottest young playmakers going around. Locked up by Parramatta on a development contract.

CHEVY STEWART (CANBERRA)

The Raiders saw enough in this dynamic custodian to poach him from the Sharks on a three-year deal. A former Harold Matts player of the year and current Junior Blue, he could be the next Stewart to take the NRL by storm.

JESSE MCLEAN (PENRITH)

Having recently re-signed with the Penrith Panthers until the end of the 2026 season, the 19-year-old has since been promoted to the official NRL squad. Looked outstanding in a firstgrade trial against Parramatta.

ETHAN FERGUSON (NEWCASTLE)

A dazzling outside back, the 18-year-old has begun to realise some of his enormous potential after a huge 2022. The goalkicking centre, who was selected in the Australian Schoolboys side, played a key role in the second-placed Jersey Flegg side last year.

FLETCHER SHARPE (NEWCASTLE) The rangy fullback is one of the most highly regarded local juniors coming through the Knights’ system, having enjoyed a stellar 2022 that saw him named the club’s SG Ball players’ player, and getting a start in Flegg.

SAM TUIVAITI (PARRAMATTA)

A devastatingly powerful frontrower with great vision and the ability to find the try line. Coming through the Eels system, the Australian Schoolboys representative will shine in Flegg this year.

TYRONE MUNRO (SOUTH SYDNEY)

Blistering pace and the ability to change the game with a singular burst of brilliance, Munro is a genuine excitement machine in the lower grades. With his X-factor, he could very easily get a first-grade call-up in the near future.

JYE GRAY (SOUTH SYDNEY) Recruited to the Rabbitohs from Queensland and looks set to play a key role in the halves for the Jersey Flegg side. A former Mal Meninga Cup player of the year and has represented his state at an underage level.

MATTHEW ARTHUR (PARRAMATTA) The son of Eels NRL coach Brad and brother of utility Jakob is forging his own path in the SG Ball Cup currently. A talented hooker who has produced a few standout performances in Parramatta’s unbeaten start to the year.

TALLYN DA SILVA (WESTS TIGERS)

A relieved Wests Tigers have locked-up this aspiring hooker to a development contract and with high expectations they believe the multiskilled East Campbelltown junior has the smarts to go all the way. Just as capable passing left and right, it’s Da Silva’s nous for controlling tempo and judging when to pounce in possession that sets him apart.

TYLOR BUNTING (MANLY)

A Penrith junior who was recruited to Manly looks to be the future of the club along with Fainu in the halves. Captain of the SG Ball squad who also got a crack at Flegg level last year and will no doubt be there again.

RONALD VOLKMAN (WARRIORS) Already had a small taste of first grade but one player who will be looking to barge his way back into the top grade. Joined the Warriors last year from the Roosters and is a talented half who will start the year in NSW Cup.

PAUL ALAMOTI (CANTERBURY)

Still eligible for SG Ball Cup, but the club has shown enough faith in him to promote him to start in NRL this weekend. A big-bodied outside back who shone in NSW Cup last year with some breathtaking performances.

ROBERT TOIA (ROOSTERS)

A star in the centres throughout the Roosters’ SG Ball campaign last year, and was a big reason they went within inches of an undefeated premiership. Performed strongly in rugby union with Nudgee College before moving south.

SULIASI PRESCOTT (MELBOURNE)

In a Melbourne SG Ball team that has struggled to put it together, Prescott has given them some shades of hope. A talented hooker who is crafty around the ruck and could fill in for Harry Grant during the Origin period.

JACK COLE (PENRITH)

His re-signing was highly touted by the Panthers in the off-season, and they are stoked to have him on the books until 2026. Went through all the grades last year and was rewarded with his firstgrade debut in the last round.