ANZAC Cup Overview & Selection Criteria

Applications are now open for Players wishing to represent Australia in the Men's and Women's Teams at the 2027 ANZAC Cup.

Please note that Teams are selected on personal military service and/or and family ties to WWI / WWII, with a particular focus on how close your connection is to Villers-Bretonneux / France. We suggest you collect as much family history / documentation as possible to support your application.

Examples/evidence should include:
  • Personal service as a member of the Australian Defence Force
  • Relative who fought at Villers Bretonneux / France
  • Relative who fought during WWI and/or WWII
  • Family military service for the Australian Defence Force
  • Any other relevant history or documentation to support your application
TOURNAMENT DETAILS (Wednesday arrival)

Dates: Wednesday April 21 - Sunday April 25, 2027 (both Men's and Women's matches will be played on Saturday April 24th)
Location: Villers-Bretonneux, France
Cost: £200p.p (depending on off-field activities includes most meals if billeted to a local family, curated battlefield and war cemetery tour, event kit and other apparel)
Accommodation: Players will be covered by host families where possible. Any supporters will need to book accommodation.
Travel: Will need to be covered at your own expense.

Applications will close 5:00pm (GMT) Friday 4th December 2026.
Successful applicants will be notified by 5:00pm (GMT) Wednesday 6th January 2027.

Note: Players who have not yet participated in an ANZAC Cup will be given first preference in a successful application provided they meet the selection guidelines. If you have previously been a Player, Coach or Umpire you are still encouraged to apply. Non-Australian participants with direct links to Villers-Bretonneux will also be considered.

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