Parkes Christian School’s Under 16s boys rugby league team are state champions after a dominant performance in Bathurst.

Their 2025 campaign began back in Term 2 at the Dubbo Gala Day where PCS secured three-straight wins to progress to the semi finals.

Earlier last term the boys faced a tough battle against Holy Trinity Inverell, edging out a nail-biting 28–26 victory to earn their place in the state final which took place on 10 September.

PCS lined-up against St Anne’s Temora, previous winners in 2012 and 2013, in the NRL NSW Small Schools final, where they played in heavy rain in Bathurst.

Despite the challenging conditions, PCS started strongly, crossing the line first.

Temora responded quickly but PCS held their nerve and went into the break with a narrow 16–10 lead.

The second half, however, was all Parkes Christian School.

The boys dominated the field, piling on the points thus showcasing their skill and teamwork, securing them a commanding 48-10 victory.

Try scorers were Riley Pizzi (3), Max MacGregor (2), Judah Pearce (2), Oliver Neilsen (1) and Rhyley Moore (1).

Oliver Neilsen was also outstanding with the boot, kicking seven goals from nine attempts.

Team members included: Byron Tanswell, Saxon Guess, Oliver Neilsen, Matthew Fredericks, Benji Redfern, Max MacGregor, Judah Pearce, Riley Pizzi, Leo Monkerud, Riley Jones, Lane Jones, Noah Angus, Caleb Drew, Rhyley Moore, and Angus Border.

The team expressed their gratitude to Mr Steve Hooper for coaching them and supporting them throughout the season, and to Mr Glen Westcott and Mr Shannon McCutcheon for their encouragement during the final.