Summary of the 2007 Youth Flag Season
The 2007 Youth Flag season saw fierce competition across the UK, with the South Wales Rebellion and Sussex Thunder emerging as the standout teams. Both teams showed exceptional skill, with Sussex Thunder securing the 2007 Youth Flag Championship after a thrilling 25-19 overtime victory against the South Wales Rebellion. This victory marked a significant achievement for Sussex Thunder, as they claimed both the Junior Kitted and Youth Flag championships in the same year.
In the standings, the South Wales Rebellion and Woodham Warriors 7 each finished with 15 points from 4 tournaments, topping the league. The Sussex Thunder finished third with 12 points from 4 tournaments. Other teams like Nottingham Caesars “A” and Nottingham Caesars “B” also performed well, finishing with 10 and 7 points respectively. Teams such as Newport Saints “A”, Cinque-Port Monarchs, Sheffield Tomahawks A, and Woodham Warriors 8 were competitive throughout the season, while teams like Leicester Eagles, Sheffield Tomahawks B, Chester Romans, Newport Saints “B”, and Norwich Devils faced more challenges in securing points.
The season culminated in a hard-fought championship game, where Sussex Thunder triumphed in overtime, defeating the South Wales Rebellion 25-19.
Final Standings
| Team | Tournaments | Points |
|---|---|---|
| South Wales Rebellion | 4 | 15 |
| Woodham Warriors 7 | 4 | 15 |
| Sussex Thunder | 4 | 12 |
| Nottingham Caesars “A” | 6 | 10 |
| Nottingham Caesars “B” | 5 | 7 |
| Newport Saints “A” | 3 | 7 |
| Cinque-Port Monarchs | 3 | 7 |
| Sheffield Tomahawks A | 2 | 6 |
| Woodham Warriors 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Leicester Eagles | 1 | 4 |
| Sheffield Tomahawks B | 1 | 2 |
| Chester Romans | 1 | 1 |
| Newport Saints “B” | 1 | 1 |
| Norwich Devils | 1 | 1 |
Championship Game
Sussex Jnr Thunder 25-19 South Wales Rebellion (OT)
In a thrilling overtime championship game, Sussex Jnr Thunder triumphed over South Wales Rebellion with a 25-19 victory, claiming the 2007 Youth Flag Championship
Conclusion
The 2007 Youth Flag season showcased intense competition and skill from teams across the country. The Sussex Thunder emerged as champions, claiming both the Junior Kitted and Youth Flag titles in the same year, cementing their dominance in youth flag football. The South Wales Rebellion gave an excellent performance, making it to the final, but ultimately fell short in a dramatic overtime finish. This season highlighted the growing strength of flag football in the UK, with exciting matchups and great performances from teams across the board.