Summary of the 2008 U19 Kitted Season
The 2008 U19 Kitted season featured intense competition across four conferences: Central, East, North, and South. The season saw standout performances from teams like the London Warriors and Gateshead Senators, with the London Warriors ultimately emerging as the champions after a thrilling final.
In the Central Conference, the Sheffield Tomahawks led the standings with a 6-1-1 record, followed closely by the Lancashire Wolverine Colts with 5 wins, 2 losses, and 1 tie. The Bolton Bulldogs and Yorkshire Rams struggled throughout the season, finishing with 2-6 and 0-8 records, respectively.
The East Conference saw the Norwich Devils finishing at the top with a 6-2 record, while Tamworth Phoenix followed with a 4-4 record. The Peterborough Saxons and Colchester Gladiators faced more challenges, with the Gladiators failing to secure a win.
In the North Conference, the Gateshead Senators finished with a great 7-0-1 record, demonstrating dominance throughout the season. The Glasgow Tigers followed with 6-1-1, while the Highland Wildcats and Clyde Valley Hawks struggled, finishing with 3-5 and 1-7 records, respectively.
The South Conference was led by the London Warriors, who finished with a 7-0-1 record, dominating their opponents with impressive scores. The Farnham Fast Lane Knights finished in second with 6-1-1, and the Bristol Aztecs followed with a 5-3 record. The London Blitz and Kent Exiles both faced difficulties, finishing with losing records.
The playoffs saw thrilling matchups, with the London Warriors defeating the Bristol Aztecs 22-0, the Farnham Fast Lane Knights defeating the Norwich Devils 76-0, the Gateshead Senators beating the Lancashire Wolverine Colts 34-6, and the Glasgow Tigers narrowly defeating the Sheffield Tomahawks 14-8.
In the semi-finals, the Gateshead Senators triumphed over the Glasgow Tigers 36-12, and the London Warriors narrowly defeated the Farnham Fast Lane Knights 31-28. Gatesheads win saw their return to the U19 Championship for the first time since 1989
The final saw a dominant performance from the London Warriors, who defeated the Gateshead Senators 48-28, claiming the 2008 U19 Kitted Championship.
Central Conference Standings
| Team | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Tomahawks | 6 | 1 | 1 | 134 | 108 |
| Lancashire Wolverine Colts | 5 | 2 | 1 | 145 | 52 |
| Bolton Bulldogs | 2 | 6 | 0 | 64 | 150 |
| Yorkshire Rams | 0 | 8 | 0 | 42 | 147 |
East Conference Standings
| Team | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich Devils | 6 | 2 | 0 | 102 | 88 |
| Tamworth Phoenix | 4 | 4 | 0 | 56 | 156 |
| Peterborough Saxons | 2 | 6 | 0 | 24 | 120 |
| Colchester Gladiators | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
North Conference Standings
| Team | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead Senators | 7 | 0 | 1 | 214 | 54 |
| Glasgow Tigers | 6 | 1 | 1 | 137 | 72 |
| Highland Wildcats | 3 | 5 | 0 | 89 | 196 |
| Clyde Valley Hawks | 1 | 7 | 0 | 48 | 96 |
South Conference Standings
| Team | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Warriors | 7 | 0 | 1 | 270 | 43 |
| Farnham Fast Lane Knights | 6 | 1 | 1 | 280 | 62 |
| Bristol Aztecs | 5 | 3 | 0 | 182 | 122 |
| London Blitz | 4 | 4 | 0 | 117 | 128 |
| Kent Exiles | 1 | 7 | 0 | 66 | 378 |
Quarter-Finals
- London Warriors 22-0 Bristol Aztecs
- Norwich Devils 0-76 Farnham Fast Lane Knights
- Gateshead Senators 34-6 Lancashire Wolverine Colts
- Sheffield Tomahawks 8-14 Glasgow Tigers
Semi-Finals
- Gateshead Senators 36-12 Glasgow Tigers
- London Warriors 31-28 Farnham Fast Lane Knights
Championship Game
London Warriors 48-28 Gateshead Senators
Conclusion
The 2008 U19 Kitted season showcased intense competition, with the London Warriors ultimately claiming the championship title after a dominant 48-28 victory in the final over the Gateshead Senators. The season saw strong performances from teams across all conferences, with Gateshead Senators, Farnham Fast Lane Knights, and Glasgow Tigers all having impressive runs to the playoffs. The London Warriors’ victory capped off a fantastic season, solidifying their place as one of the top youth American football teams in the UK.