By Yarin Barrett
THE Beerwah Bulldogs are gearing up for the 2026 rugby league season following their recent Annual General Meeting.
President Kurt Quinn says the club is focused on building from the success of 2025, when the under 19s won the premiership and the reserve grade side fi nished runners-up.
The A-grade team, meanwhile, fi nished sixth, highlighting areas for improvement.
Quinn said recruitment across all grades is a top priority. “We’re trying to recruit a couple of positions and some A-graders,” he said.
“The under 19 coach is actively looking for new players, especially as we lose eight or nine into the senior ranks.
“They’ll mostly stay around, with a handful moving into A-grade, probably a 50-50 split.”
The reserve grade team will have a new coach next season, bringing fresh ideas and renewed energy.
“A fair few of the reserve grade players retired because they were an older team, but we’ve recruited a few younger bodies,” Quinn said.
“I think our reserve grade will be in fi nals with what the new coach has already brought to the table.”
Off the fi eld, the club is also focused on sponsorships and ensuring the grounds are in top condition following a challenging 2025. “We’re still looking for some sponsors and getting the fi elds back up to scratch aft er the weather we had,” Quinn said.
While most committee positions have been fi lled, the club is still seeking a club secretary as well as a Junior Game Day Co-ordinator and Junior Coaching Co-ordinator.
“Someone will come forward, someone always does,” Quinn said.
With preparations underway and a clear focus on recruitment, coaching, and infrastructure, the Bulldogs are optimistic about 2026.
“There’s a lot going on behind the scenes, but we’re confi dent we’re bringing our best next season,” Quinn said.