National Premier Leagues Tasmania
The highest level of soccer being played in Tasmania was in two regional leagues in the North and South of the state.Glenorchy Knights and Launceston City were required to reapply for membership and compete with other clubs for the final two positions in the league in 2016.[1] Riverside Olympic, University, Clarence and New Town Eagles also applied for the two positions in addition to Glenorchy and Launceston City.[3] Up until 2017, the top teams in the league also qualified for a Tasmanian end of season finals series.[6] In late 2016, FFT announced they will expand the league to ten teams and introduce a promotion/relegation system.