Summary of the 2005 Youth Kitted Season
The 2005 Youth Kitted season saw thrilling competition across both the Northern and Southern Conferences, with the London Olympians and Glasgow Tigers emerging as the standout teams. The season culminated in an exciting BYAFA Bowl XVII, where the London Olympians claimed the championship title with a dominant victory over the Glasgow Tigers.
In the Northern Conference, the Glasgow Tigers finished at the top with 7 wins and 1 loss, earning 87.5% of the available points. They were closely followed by the Clyde Valley Hawks, who finished second with 5 wins and 3 losses, securing 62.5%. The North Lanarkshire Rams also put up a strong performance with 4 wins and 4 losses.
The Southern Conference saw a similarly competitive season, with the London Olympians finishing first, maintaining an identical 7-1 record and a 87.5% winning percentage. Bristol Aztecs finished in second place with a solid 6-1 record, while Bath Cardinals and Kent Exiles followed in third and fourth place.
Northern Conference Standings
| Team | P | W | L | D | F | A | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Tigers | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 226 | 60 | 87.5 |
| Clyde Valley Hawks | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 122 | 68 | 62.5 |
| North Lanarkshire Rams | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 168 | 72 | 50 |
| Lancashire Wolverines | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 56 | 178 | 33.33 |
| Inverclyde Sharks | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 38 | 200 | 14.3 |
Southern Conference Standings
| Team | P | W | L | D | F | A | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Olympians | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 236 | 73 | 87.5 |
| Bristol Aztecs | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 167 | 44 | 85.7 |
| Bath Cardinals | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 158 | 105 | 50 |
| Kent Exiles | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 75 | 100 | 25 |
| MK Pathfinders | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 268 | 0 |
Semi-Finals
- London Olympians 38-11 Bristol Aztecs
- Glasgow Tigers 54-0 Clyde Valley Hawks
BYAFA Bowl XVII Final
- Glasgow Tigers 14-38 London Olympians
In the BYAFA Bowl XVII, the London Olympians secured the 2005 Youth Kitted Championship with a commanding 38-14 victory over the Glasgow Tigers, capping off a dominant season.
Conclusion
The 2005 Youth Kitted season saw dominant performances from both the London Olympians and Glasgow Tigers, who finished atop their respective conferences. In the final, the London Olympians proved too strong for the Glasgow Tigers, claiming the championship with an impressive victory. The season highlighted the growth and excitement of youth American football in the UK, setting the stage for future competitions.