2023 U19 Kitted Season – Final Standings & Championship Report
North Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Napier Knights | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 138 | 83 |
| Lancashire Buccaneers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 107 | 78 |
| East Kilbride Pirates | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 139 | 80 |
| Manchester Titans | 6 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 62 | 205 |
Conference Summary:
A tightly contested North Conference saw three teams separated by a single win. Edinburgh Napier Knights edged out the competition thanks to a strong defensive record and a crucial draw. Manchester Titans struggled throughout, unable to register a win.
Southern Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Blitz | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 209 | 42 |
| Rushmoor Knights | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 192 | 118 |
| S. London Renegades | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 132 | 149 |
| London Warriors | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 102 | 114 |
| Kent Exiles | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 55 | 177 |
| Ipswich Cardinals | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 90 | 132 |
| Solent Seahawks | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 44 | 92 |
Conference Summary:
The Southern Conference was dominated by an undefeated London Blitz team, whose defense conceded just 42 points all season. Rushmoor Knights and the Renegades followed closely behind, while the Seahawks and Cardinals endured a challenging year at the bottom.
Midland Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Caesars | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 140 | 12 |
| Birmingham Lions | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 39 | 110 |
| Sheffield Giants | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 51 | 102 |
| Tamworth Phoenix | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 51 | 57 |
Conference Summary:
The Nottingham Caesars were the class of the Midlands, going undefeated with a remarkable defensive display—allowing just 12 points across six games. The rest of the conference saw parity, but no other team could challenge the Caesars’ dominance.
Playoffs
- Northern Playoff:
Nottingham Caesars vs Edinburgh Napier Knights
(Score unknown) - Southern Playoff:
London Blitz vs Rushmoor Knights
(Score unknown)
🏆 National Championship Game
📅 27th August 2023
📍 Loughborough College – NFL Academy
London Blitz 36 – 0 Nottingham Caesars
London Blitz completed a perfect season by overpowering the previously unbeaten Nottingham Caesars in the national final. The Blitz shutout capped a dominant year in which they outscored opponents 245–42 across seven games and in the process setting a record for the most consecutive National Championship, with 5.
2023 U19 Division 2 (7v7) Season – Final Standings & Championship Report
South West Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Wyverns | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 128 | 64 |
| Poole Dolphins | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 149 | 144 |
| Hertfordshire Cheetahs | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 75 | 144 |
Conference Summary:
The Wyverns claimed the South West with a solid 5–3 record, showing strength on defense. Poole finished even at .500 but had the best offense in the conference. The Cheetahs showed flashes but couldn’t string together consistency.
Northern Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NE Academy Giants | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 143 | 67 |
| Chester Romans | 8 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 134 | 129 |
| Lincolnshire Bombers | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 51 | 57 |
| Scunthorpe Alphas | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 42 | 117 |
Conference Summary:
The NE Academy Giants took the top spot despite a short schedule, backed by a stingy defense. Chester Romans remained competitive. Lincolnshire and Scunthorpe were only able to complete partial schedules and fell behind in the standings.
Central Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwell Steelers | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 285 | 110 |
| Northants Knights | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 267 | 135 |
| Rugby Rhinos | 8 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 69 | 376 |
Conference Summary:
Sandwell were the dominant force in the Central, pairing an explosive offense with a solid defense. Northants Knights trailed but were strong contenders, while the Rhinos endured a winless campaign.
Playoffs
- Semi-Finals
NE Academy Giants 14 – 10 Sandwell Steelers
In a tense upset, the Giants edged out the heavily favored Steelers in a low-scoring battle. - Sandwell Steelers vs Poole Dolphins
(Exact result unknown)
🏆 Division 2 Final
📅 12th August 2023
📍 National Championship Game
NE Academy Giants 20 – 9 Poole Dolphins
The Giants capped their playoff run with another resilient defensive showing to secure the 2023 Division 2 title. They overcame two playoff opponents, including a well-matched Dolphins side in the final.