1990 NDMA Kitted League
The 1990 season marked the second and final outing for the NDMA Youth Kitted League, a competition that helped nurture a generation of young British American football players. Divided across three regional conferences—Northern, Central, and Southern—the league delivered high-scoring clashes, rising stars, and a dominant champion in Northants Storm.
📊 NDMA Youth Kitted League 1990 – Final Standings
Northern Conference
| Team | W | L | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fylde Falcons | 4 | 2 | 0* |
| Leeds Cougars | 3 | 2 | 1* |
| Glasgow Lions | 3 | 3 | 0* |
| Manchester Allstars | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Central Conference
| Team | W | L | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northants Storm | 6 | 0 | 2* |
| Birmingham Bulls | 5 | 3 | 0* |
| Nottingham Hoods | 4 | 3 | 1* |
| Leicester Panthers | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Bristol Packers | 1 | 7 | 0 |
Southern Conference
| Team | W | L | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth Warriors | 6 | 0 | 0* |
| London Olympians | 4 | 2 | 0* |
| Chelmsford Cherokee | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Brighton B-52s | 0 | 6 | 0 |
🏆 Regular Season Overview
Northern Conference
The Fylde Falcons emerged top of the Northern standings with a 4–2 record, edging out Leeds Cougars and Glasgow Lions, who remained hot on their heels. The Falcons were consistent throughout, but both Leeds and Glasgow were formidable opponents. Manchester Allstars, despite flashes of potential, managed only one win.
Central Conference
The Central Conference proved to be the league’s most competitive. Northants Storm were unbeaten, finishing 6–0–2, blending explosive offense with defensive solidity. Birmingham Bulls followed closely with five wins, while Nottingham Hoods also impressed, finishing third. Leicester Panthers and Bristol Packers rounded out the standings, with Bristol struggling to find form.
Southern Conference
Portsmouth Warriors swept the Southern Conference with a perfect 6–0 record, powered by a disciplined defense and efficient offense. London Olympians stayed in playoff contention with four wins. Chelmsford Cherokee and Brighton B-52s lagged behind, with Brighton failing to notch a victory.
🏟️ Playoff Drama
First Round
- Fylde Falcons 20–0 Leeds Cougars
A comprehensive shutout by the Falcons sent them through in style. - Birmingham Bulls 30–18 London Olympians
The Bulls survived a shootout against a determined Olympians side. - Northants Storm 58–8 Nottingham Hoods
The Storm put on an offensive clinic, steamrolling into the semifinals. - Portsmouth Warriors 6–8 Glasgow Lions
Glasgow produced the shock of the round, knocking out the previously undefeated Warriors.
Semi-Finals
- Northants Storm 54–0 Glasgow Lions
The Storm showed no mercy, dominating Glasgow to book their place in the final. - Fylde Falcons 12–30 Birmingham Bulls
The Bulls powered their way past Fylde to set up a championship clash with the Storm.
Final – Saffron Lane, Leicester
- Northants Storm 32–12 Birmingham Bulls
The Storm capped off a perfect season with a commanding victory in the final. Their double-wing attack and lockdown defense overwhelmed the Bulls, securing the 1990 NDMA title and cementing their legacy in youth Britball history.