Seasons Premiers Players

Format: Under-16
First season: 2009
Number of teams: 15
Current Premiers: Burleigh Bears (1st title)
Most Premierships: Norths Devils (3 titles)

In 2017, the Cyril Connell Cup was replaced by the QRL Junior State Championships. In 2021, the competition returned as the Cyril Connell Challenge before reverting to its original name in 2024. It was an under-16 competition from 2009 to 2023.

Season Grand Final Minor Premiers
2024 Redcliffe Dolphins 24–10 Townsville Blackhawks Western Clydesdales
2025 Burleigh Bears 18–12 Mackay Cutters Burleigh Bears
2026 Wynnum Manly Seagulls