Summary of the 2007 Junior Kitted Season
The 2007 Junior Kitted season showcased the competitiveness of the U17 teams across both the English and Scottish Conferences, culminating in a thrilling championship game. The Sussex Thunder claimed the 2007 Junior Kitted Championship with a dominant 52-34 victory over the Highland Wildcats, securing their back-to-back championship titles.
In the English Conference, the Sheffield Tomahawks and Sussex Thunder were the standout teams, each finishing with 17 points from 6 and 5 tournaments, respectively. The London Warriors followed closely with 7 points from 5 tournaments. Other teams like the Kent Exiles, East Midlands Saxons, and Manchester Titans showed competitive spirit, while Chorley Buccaneers, Bolton Braves, Staffordshire Surge, London Blitz, and Bath Bulldogs had more challenging seasons.
In the Scottish Conference, the Glasgow Tigers finished at the top with 16 points from 5 tournaments, followed by the Highland Wildcats with 15 points. The Clyde Valley Falcons also put up a strong performance with 12 points. Teams like the Fife Fire, Northern Wildcats, West Coast Trojans, and Edinburgh Wolves had varying levels of success.
In the championship game, the Sussex Thunder defeated the Highland Wildcats 52-34, claiming the 2007 Junior Kitted Championship and securing their second consecutive title.
English Conference Standings
| Team | Tournaments | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Tomahawks | 6 | 17 |
| Sussex Thunder | 5 | 17 |
| London Warriors | 5 | 7 |
| Kent Exiles | 4 | 6 |
| East Midlands Saxons | 3 | 5 |
| Manchester Titans | 3 | 5 |
| Chorley Buccaneers | 2 | 4 |
| Bolton Braves | 2 | 4 |
| Staffordshire Surge | 3 | 3 |
| London Blitz | 2 | 2 |
| Bath Bulldogs | 1 | 1 |
Scottish Conference Standings
| Team | Tournaments | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Tigers | 5 | 16 |
| Highland Wildcats | 5 | 15 |
| Clyde Valley Falcons | 5 | 12 |
| Fife Fire | 5 | 7 |
| Northern Wildcats | 4 | 4 |
| West Coast Trojans | 2 | 2 |
| Edinburgh Wolves | 2 | 2 |
Championship Game
Sussex Thunder 52-34 Highland Wildcats
The Sussex Thunder claimed the 2007 Junior Kitted Championship with a 52-34 victory over the Highland Wildcats, marking their second consecutive championship win.
Conclusion
The 2007 Junior Kitted season saw dominant performances from the Sussex Thunder and Sheffield Tomahawks in the English Conference, and the Glasgow Tigers and Highland Wildcats in the Scottish Conference. However, it was the Sussex Thunder who ultimately triumphed in the championship game, securing their back-to-back titles with an impressive win over the Highland Wildcats. This season highlighted the growing strength and competitiveness of youth American football in the UK.