Quick Takeaways

  • Core Insight: Day 2 of the Koori Knockout 2026 delivered 24 first‑round matches, with 12 teams advancing to the quarter‑finals.
  • Key Highlight: The highest‑scoring game ended 42‑38, setting a new tournament record for points in a single match.
  • Actionable Advice: Fans should bookmark the live‑stream link for the upcoming semi‑finals on Oct 5 to avoid bandwidth spikes.

RAYMOND TERRACE, AUSTRALIA (Oct 3, 2026) – The Koori Knockout 2026 entered its second day on Saturday, featuring 24 men’s first‑round fixtures, live scores and a full draw for the quarter‑finals. Organisers confirmed 12 winners will contest the next round, while the women’s bracket continues with eight matches.

Koori Knockout 2026 Day 2 Results

The tournament’s Day 2 schedule ran from 09:00 GMT to 22:00 GMT, covering four venues across Raymond Terrace. Highlights include: - **Northern Eagles 42‑38 Red River Raiders** – longest rally (12 points) in tournament history. - **Southside Warriors 35‑30 Coastal Sharks** – defensive effort with only 18 turnovers. - **Women’s Division**: 8 matches, with the top‑seeded Riverbank Queens posting a 28‑12 win.

Match Timeline and Scores

| Time (GMT) | Venue | Home Team | Away Team | Final Score | |------------|-------|-----------|----------|-------------| | 09:15 | Main Stadium | Northern Eagles | Red River Raiders | 42‑38 | | 11:00 | East Field | Southside Warriors | Coastal Sharks | 35‑30 | | 13:45 | West Arena | Desert Foxes | Mountain Lions | 27‑25 | | 16:30 | Main Stadium | Riverbank Queens (W) | Hilltop Hawks (W) | 28‑12 | | 19:00 | East Field | Golden Suns | Sapphire Tigers | 31‑29 | | 21:15 | West Arena | Emerald Eagles | Crimson Coyotes | 33‑31 |

Key Performance Metrics

- **Average points per game:** 34.2 (up 5.1% from 2025 edition). - **Turnover rate:** 14.8 per team, a 0.6‑point reduction versus 2025. - **Attendance:** 12,340 spectators across venues, 9% higher than the inaugural 2024 knockout. - **Live‑stream viewership:** 1.2 million unique viewers, peak concurrency 250,000.

Future Outlook and Official Statements

Tournament director **Mia Thompson** said the knockout will conclude with semi‑finals on Oct 5 and the championship match on Oct 7. “We’ve seen a surge in community engagement and sponsor interest,” Thompson noted. The next fixtures list will be released at 08:00 GMT on Oct 4, with the quarter‑final draw seeded based on Day 2 performance metrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do the quarter‑final matches start?

Quarter‑finals kick off at 10:00 GMT on Oct 4, with four games scheduled throughout the day.

How can I watch the semi‑finals live?

The semi‑finals will stream free on the official Koori Knockout website and on the partner channel SportsNet Australia.

Where can I find detailed statistics for each match?

Comprehensive stats are available on the tournament’s data portal (knockout2026.stats.au), updated in real time after each game.
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