U19 Kitted Season – 2022 Season Summary
The 2022 U19 Kitted season marked a triumphant return to full competition. London Blitz captured their 6th national title in 7 seasons, closing out another dominant campaign with a shutout win in the championship.
🔻 South A Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Blitz | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 163 | 28 |
| Solent Seahawks | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 135 | 65 |
| Kent Exiles | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 117 | 58 |
| S. London Renegades | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 75 | 39 |
| Hertfordshire Cheetahs | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 36 | 161 |
| SE Legion | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 95 | 95 |
| Wembley Stallions | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 27 | 108 |
Summary:
London Blitz went undefeated and barely allowed points all season, dominating their regional opponents. Solent Seahawks and Kent Exiles also posted strong campaigns.
🔻 South B Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamworth Phoenix | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 92 | 34 |
| Nottingham Caesars | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 124 | 80 |
| Sheffield Giants | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 97 | 74 |
| Birmingham Lions | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 71 | 103 |
| Yorkshire Assassins | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 14 | 107 |
Summary:
Tamworth Phoenix took the South B title on the back of stout defense and a balanced offense. Sheffield and Nottingham both remained competitive, while the Assassins endured a winless season.
🔻 North Conference
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | PCT | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead Senators | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 214 |
| East Kilbride Pirates | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0.500 | 78 |
| Edinburgh Napier Knights | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0.333 | 96 |
| Manchester Titans | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0.167 | 47 |
Summary:
The Gateshead Senators crushed their division with a perfect record and an impressive 214 points scored. East Kilbride and Edinburgh Napier were solid but inconsistent.
🏆 Playoffs
🔹 Semi-Finals (21 August 2022)
- London Blitz 36 – 0 Solent Seahawks
- Gateshead Senators 7 – 13 (OT) Tamworth Phoenix
Tamworth shocked the unbeaten Senators in overtime, earning a spot in the final. London Blitz meanwhile continued their shutout streak.
🏟️ National Championship Game
Date: 3rd September 2022
Venue: London’s New River Stadium
London Blitz 46 – 0 Tamworth Phoenix
A commanding win capped off a flawless season for the Blitz. Their defense never conceded a single point in the playoffs. Coach Jason Henry had now won his 8th National Championship in the previous 10 seasons.
Division 2 (7v7) – 2022 Season Recap
The 2022 Division 2 season was packed with close competition and dramatic finishes. Northants Knights capped off a perfect season with a one-point thriller in the final to claim the national title.
🔻 North Division
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Romans | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 162 | 39 |
| NE Academy Giants | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 108 | 105 |
| Lancashire Buccaneers | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 111 | 48 |
| Wigan Bandits | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 76 | 190 |
| Scunthorpe Alphas | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 22 | 97 |
Summary:
Chester Romans dominated the North with a perfect record and a massive point differential. Lancashire and NE Giants kept pace but couldn’t catch the top spot.
🔻 Midlands Division
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northants Knights | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 192 | 16 |
| Lincolnshire Bombers | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 49 | 106 |
| Black Country Vipers | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 38 | 157 |
Summary:
Northants Knights went undefeated with the league’s stingiest defense (just 16 points allowed in 6 games).
🔻 South Division
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tied | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Cardinals | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 124 | 38 |
| Somerset Wyverns | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 125 | 146 |
| Rushmoor Knights | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 122 | 107 |
| Salisbury City Marauders | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 42 | 122 |
Summary:
Ipswich Cardinals swept the South with six wins, bolstered by consistent scoring and firm defense. The Wyverns also posted strong numbers offensively.
🏆 Division 2 Playoffs
🔹 Semi-Finals
- Northants Knights 28 – 14 NE Academy Giants
- Chester Romans 21 – 19 Ipswich Cardinals
🏟️ Division 2 Final
Northants Knights 27 – 26 Chester Romans
An incredible finish saw the Knights edge out Chester by a single point in the Division 2 final — securing an undefeated season and the championship trophy.