June 30 marks the end of the player transfer window for the Group 7 South Coast Rugby League competition.

All squads are now locked in - no more player movements between clubs for the rest of the season.

The date also signals the halfway point of the season, with 11 rounds completed and roughly 11 weeks remaining until the 2025 premiers are crowned.

The top five has shifted regularly throughout the year, with first place changing hands yet again after this weekend’s results. It’s shaping up to be one of the tightest seasons in recent memory, and the run home will be crucial for several clubs.

1st – Shellharbour Sharks (16 pts)

6 wins, 2 losses, 2 byes

Runners-up to Gerringong in 2023 and 2024, the Sharks are still chasing revenge - but haven’t had the chance yet, with their Round 7 match against Gerringong washed out. They’ve now won three in a row and are looking strong.

Shellharbour in their 12-0 loss against Kiama. Photo: @SticksPix_

Their two losses came early: a 12–0 defeat in a rain-affected clash against Kiama (Round 3) and a narrow 12–8 loss to the Stingrays (Round 5). Importantly, they’re yet to beat another current top-four side, making this weekend’s clash against Kiama a crucial test.

Halfback Braxton Wallace has been a standout and sits second in the Mick Cronin Medal standings. He, along with co-captain Jayden Morgan, will be key to pushing for their first title since 2018.

2nd – Stingrays of Shellharbour (14 pts)

7 wins, 3 losses, 0 byes

Trey Barlow has been a great late addition to the Stingrays squad. Photo: @SticksPix_

The Stingrays led the ladder for most of 2025 but slipped to second after a surprise 21-4 loss to Milton-Ulladulla last round. Despite that setback, they’ve claimed wins over top teams including Gerringong, Shellharbour and Kiama.

With the most wins of any team, they’ve yet to have a bye - so fresh legs later in the season may help. Consistency will be the key to staying in the hunt.

Second-rower Tom Warner, lock Trey Barlow, and half Hamish McLaurin are all in the top 10 of the Mick Cronin Medal race.

3rd – Kiama Knights (14 pts)

6 wins, 2 losses, 1 bye, 1 postponed

Kiama have been the underdog story of the season after finishing eighth in 2024 with just three wins. Their only losses came in Round 2 to Nowra-Bomaderry and in Round 9 to the Stingrays.

A statement win over the current ladder leaders, the Shellharbour Sharks, earlier this season has them confident heading into their rematch this weekend.

Fullback Brad Killmore and second-rower Tom Angel have led the way. Killmore said: “Looking to the back end of the year, I think staying healthy and fit is our biggest focus. Shellharbour this weekend will be another good test to see where we are.”

Kiama have only lost one game at home this season. Photo: @SticksPix_

4th – Gerringong Lions (12 pts)

5 wins, 4 losses, 1 bye

The premiers had a slow start, with losses to Jamberoo, Kiama, Albion Park, and the Stingrays. But a strong turnaround has seen them notch three straight wins and climb back into contention.

With a young core - and a large group of their potential players either playing in the NRL or knocking on the door - they’re building nicely. Fullback Cooper Harrison has been a consistent standout.

Captain Nathan Ford said: “With a mix of experience and youth, it was always going to take time, but we’re heading in the right direction. Our main goal is to make the final - and ideally the top three - to give ourselves a second chance come semis.”

Gerringong are coming together at the right time of the season. Photo: @SticksPix_

5th – Albion Park-Oak Flats Eagles (12 pts)

4 wins, 4 losses, 2 byes

After a surprise finals run in 2024, the Eagles have had a mixed campaign in 2025. Big wins over the Stingrays, Gerringong, and Jamberoo show their potential, but losses to lower-ranked teams like Berry and Milton-Ulladulla have hurt.

Halfback Leroy Murray has been a shining light, but consistency will be their focus if they want to push deeper this year.

6th – Milton-Ulladulla Bulldogs (10 pts)

4 wins, 5 losses, 1 bye

Milton-Ulladulla are proving tough to beat at home - losing only once there all season. They shocked the competition with a dominant win over the Stingrays last week, but fell to Nowra-Bomaderry the week before.

Injuries and away form are their biggest concerns, but if they can stay healthy and replicate that home performance, they could force their way into the top five. Hooker Riley Wooden has been a standout performer.

7th – Jamberoo Superoos (8 pts)

3 wins, 6 losses, 1 bye

Jamberoo started well with wins over Gerringong, Nowra and the Stingrays, but a brutal injury toll - currently missing around eight key players - has seen them drop their last four games.

Coach Jono Dallas said: “We still need to get a run of games without losing players. Another two from the weekend's game will be unavailable next week.

“It’s not necessarily about the quality of players - it’s just extremely difficult to improve when you’re changing the team every week.”

Jamberoo in Round 1 of this season, due to injuries their team looks a lot different now. Photo: @SticksPix_

8th – Nowra-Bomaderry Jets (6 pts)

2 wins, 7 losses, 1 bye

Despite sitting near the bottom, Nowra have shown they can compete - beating top-three side Kiama and also defeating Milton. Prop Zac Kershaw leads the Mick Cronin Medal tally.

With upcoming matches against Jamberoo and Berry, they’ll hope to claw their way back into finals contention.

Nowra-Bomaderry need to win their next two games to stay in finals contention. Photo: @SticksPix_

9th – Berry Magpies (6 pts)

2 wins, 6 losses, 1 bye, 1 postponed

Berry are in a similar position to Nowra and must start banking wins fast. They’ve claimed solid victories over Nowra and Albion Park, proving they’re capable when at their best.

Finals kick off on 6 September, with just two months left to lock in a top-five spot.

With three local teams - Kiama, Gerringong and Jamberoo - in the mix, there’s plenty for South Coast footy fans to cheer for in the run home.