1990 BYAFA Kitted Season

📊 BYAFA Kitted League 1990 – Final Tables (As of August 1st) Full tables not currently known

The British Youth American Football Association’s 1990 Kitted League season marked a key chapter in the development of youth football in the UK, featuring 33 teams spread across six regional conferences. Over the course of more than 90 recorded games, teams battled through a packed schedule that showcased explosive offenses, gritty defenses, and ultimately a final that crowned one of the most dominant champions in the league’s history.

North Western Conference

TeamWLTPFPA%
Glasgow Diamonds20038251.000
Chester Romans00114140.500
Mancunian Colts220103380.500
Bradford Dolphins02114740.167

North Eastern Conference

TeamWLTPFPA%
Steel City Warriors610215380.857
Burton Braves41068340.800
Darlington Dragons230801140.400
Lincoln Bombers070502450.000

Anglian Conference

TeamWLTPFPA%
Tiptree Titans610216300.857
Colchester Gladiators4301041040.571
Norwich Devils151561830.214
Ipswich Cardinals070581810.000

Capital Conference

TeamWLTPFPA%
Sabres700179641.000
London Capitals31176490.700
Basildon Chiefs03019660.000
LA Huskers05037900.000

South Western Conference

TeamWLTPFPA%
Cardiff Celts30064181.000
Cheltenham Chieftains21038370.667
Farnham Knights04021680.000

Southern Conference

TeamWLTPFPA%
Maidstone Pumas41046180.800
Ealing Eagles41076160.800
Kent Rams43066590.571
Bournemouth Renegades0302640.000

🗺️ Regional Conference Rundown

🟩 North Western Conference

Though fewer games were recorded in this group, the Glasgow Diamonds stood out with a perfect 2–0 record. Mancunian Colts posted solid numbers offensively, while Chester Romans and Bradford Dolphins saw limited action with mixed results.

🟦 North Eastern Conference

A fiercely competitive region led by the Steel City Warriors, who dominated with a 6–1 record and an impressive 215 points scored. Close behind were the Burton Braves, while Darlington Dragons and Lincoln Bombers struggled defensively—Lincoln conceding 245 points without a win.

🟥 Anglian Conference

The Tiptree Titans were unstoppable in the Anglian division, winning six of seven games and racking up 216 points. Though Colchester Gladiators put up a fight, Tiptree’s dominance was unmatched. The Norwich Devils and Ipswich Cardinals rounded out the group with only one win between them.

🏙️ Capital Conference

The Sabres blitzed through the competition with a perfect 7–0 record, scoring 179 points while allowing just 64. The London Capitals followed with a strong campaign, while Basildon Chiefs and LA Huskers failed to make a mark, going winless.

🟧 South Western Conference

The Cardiff Celts were unbeaten in their three outings, while Cheltenham Chieftains remained competitive. The Farnham Knights endured a winless season despite flashes of potential.

🟨 Southern Conference

A tight group at the top saw both the Maidstone Pumas and Ealing Eagles finish 4–1. The Kent Rams also earned four wins, making this one of the most competitive divisions. Bournemouth Renegades, however, struggled to keep pace.


🏆 Championship Final

The Tiptree Titans cemented their dominance with a staggering 59–0 victory over the Maidstone Pumas in the league’s only documented final. The Titans’ high-powered offense and suffocating defense ensured a complete performance on both sides of the ball, marking them as the undisputed champions of the 1990 BYAFA Kitted season.
Final

Tiptree Titans 59–0 Maidstone Pumas

1990 NDMA Kitted League

The 1990 season marked the second and final outing for the NDMA Youth Kitted League, a competition that helped nurture a generation of young British American football players. Divided across three regional conferences—Northern, Central, and Southern—the league delivered high-scoring clashes, rising stars, and a dominant champion in Northants Storm.

📊 NDMA Youth Kitted League 1990 – Final Standings

Northern Conference

TeamWLT
Fylde Falcons420*
Leeds Cougars321*
Glasgow Lions330*
Manchester Allstars141

Central Conference

TeamWLT
Northants Storm602*
Birmingham Bulls530*
Nottingham Hoods431*
Leicester Panthers251
Bristol Packers170

Southern Conference

TeamWLT
Portsmouth Warriors600*
London Olympians420*
Chelmsford Cherokee240
Brighton B-52s060

🏆 Regular Season Overview

Northern Conference

The Fylde Falcons emerged top of the Northern standings with a 4–2 record, edging out Leeds Cougars and Glasgow Lions, who remained hot on their heels. The Falcons were consistent throughout, but both Leeds and Glasgow were formidable opponents. Manchester Allstars, despite flashes of potential, managed only one win.

Central Conference

The Central Conference proved to be the league’s most competitive. Northants Storm were unbeaten, finishing 6–0–2, blending explosive offense with defensive solidity. Birmingham Bulls followed closely with five wins, while Nottingham Hoods also impressed, finishing third. Leicester Panthers and Bristol Packers rounded out the standings, with Bristol struggling to find form.

Southern Conference

Portsmouth Warriors swept the Southern Conference with a perfect 6–0 record, powered by a disciplined defense and efficient offense. London Olympians stayed in playoff contention with four wins. Chelmsford Cherokee and Brighton B-52s lagged behind, with Brighton failing to notch a victory.


🏟️ Playoff Drama

First Round

  • Fylde Falcons 20–0 Leeds Cougars
    A comprehensive shutout by the Falcons sent them through in style.
  • Birmingham Bulls 30–18 London Olympians
    The Bulls survived a shootout against a determined Olympians side.
  • Northants Storm 58–8 Nottingham Hoods
    The Storm put on an offensive clinic, steamrolling into the semifinals.
  • Portsmouth Warriors 6–8 Glasgow Lions
    Glasgow produced the shock of the round, knocking out the previously undefeated Warriors.

Semi-Finals

  • Northants Storm 54–0 Glasgow Lions
    The Storm showed no mercy, dominating Glasgow to book their place in the final.
  • Fylde Falcons 12–30 Birmingham Bulls
    The Bulls powered their way past Fylde to set up a championship clash with the Storm.

Final – Saffron Lane, Leicester

  • Northants Storm 32–12 Birmingham Bulls
    The Storm capped off a perfect season with a commanding victory in the final. Their double-wing attack and lockdown defense overwhelmed the Bulls, securing the 1990 NDMA title and cementing their legacy in youth Britball history.
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