Summary of the 2006 Junior Kitted Season
The 2006 Junior Kitted season showcased some intense competition across both the English and Scottish Conferences, with teams giving it their all to secure their place in the final. The season culminated in a thrilling overtime final where the Sussex Thunder triumphed over the Glasgow Tigers to claim the 2006 Junior Kitted Championship.
In the English Conference, the Sussex Thunder led the standings with an impressive 15 points from 4 tournaments, while the MK Pathfinders finished second with 10 points. Other teams, such as the East Midlands Saxons, Chorley Buccaneers, Yorkshire Rams, Sheffield Tomahawks, and Norwich Devils, all showed competitive spirit, but were unable to match the Thunder’s dominant performance.
The Scottish Conference saw the Glasgow Tigers “A” team finish at the top with 15 points from 4 tournaments, with the Highland Wildcats closely following in second with 11 points. The Clyde Valley Falcons finished in third with 10 points. Teams like the Paisley Panthers, Glasgow Tigers “B”, and Northern Wildcats faced more challenges but still competed throughout the season.
In the semi-finals, the Glasgow Tigers narrowly defeated the MK Pathfinders with a 13-12 scoreline, while the Highland Wildcats lost to the Sussex Thunder in a 39-32 game.
In the 3rd/4th playoff, the MK Pathfinders were defeated by the Highland Wildcats 33-8.
In a dramatic final, the Sussex Thunder secured the 2006 Junior Kitted Championship with a 33-27 victory over the Glasgow Tigers in overtime.
English Conference Standings
| Team | Tournaments | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Sussex Thunder | 4 | 15 |
| MK Pathfinders | 4 | 10 |
| East Midlands Saxons | 4 | 7 |
| Chorley Buccaneers | 2 | 4 |
| Yorkshire Rams | 3 | 3 |
| Sheffield Tomahawks | 2 | 3 |
| Norwich Devils | 1 | 1 |
Scottish Conference Standings
| Team | Tournaments | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Tigers “A” | 4 | 15 |
| Highland Wildcats | 4 | 11 |
| Clyde Valley Falcons | 4 | 10 |
| Paisley Panthers | 4 | 4 |
| Glasgow Tigers “B” | 4 | 4 |
| Northern Wildcats | 2 | 2 |
Semi-Finals
- Glasgow Tigers 13-12 MK Pathfinders
- Highland Wildcats 32-39 Sussex Thunder
3rd/4th Playoff
- MK Pathfinders 8-33 Highland Wildcats
Final
- Sussex Thunder 33-27 Glasgow Tigers (OT)
Conclusion
The 2006 Junior Kitted season was filled with exciting competition, leading to a dramatic overtime final where the Sussex Thunder claimed the championship title. Their victory over the Glasgow Tigers capped off a thrilling season of football, highlighting the growth of the junior kitted game in the UK. Teams like the MK Pathfinders, Highland Wildcats, and Glasgow Tigers demonstrated their competitive spirit, setting the stage for future seasons of youth American football.