The 1993 Junior Gridiron League (JGL) Youth Two-Touch season featured a compact but competitive league with five teams battling it out for supremacy. With the regular season tightly contested between the Park Centre Bandits and the Ealing Eagles, the year concluded in dramatic fashion at the championship final in Horsham.
📊 Final Standings
Team
PYD
W
L
T
%
Park Centre Bandits
8
7
1
0
0.875*
Ealing Eagles
7
6
1
0
0.857*
Kent Panthers
9
2
6
1
0.278
Worthing Guardians
8
2
6
0
0.250
Kent Knights
6
1
4
1
0.250
Summary: The Bandits led the regular season standings by the narrowest of margins, edging Ealing with just one more win from an additional game. The mid-table teams struggled to find consistency, while the Panthers and Knights showed flashes of potential in a developing league.
🏆 Championship Final – Horsham
Ealing Eagles 44–0 Park Centre Bandits
In a stunning display of dominance, the Ealing Eagles delivered one of the most emphatic championship performances in youth two-touch history. Shaking off their second-place finish in the standings, they overpowered the Bandits in every phase of the game to claim the 1993 JGL Youth Two-Touch title.
Their 44–0 shutout marked the largest margin of victory in a final to date, showcasing elite execution on offense and an impenetrable defensive wall.
The latest BYAFA campaign proved once again why youth American football in the UK is as competitive and compelling as ever. From tight divisional battles to playoff dominance, the 1993 season was defined by standout teams, dramatic clashes, and ultimately, the crowning of a dominant champion.
📊 Regular Season Overview
The league was fiercely contested across four major divisions:
Western Division saw a three-way clash at the top with the Southern Sundevils, Farnham Knights, and Solent Scorpions all finishing strong. The Sundevils and Knights led the pack at 5–1, though neither would reach the final stages.
In the Anglian Division, the Southend Sabres went undefeated (4–0–1) and looked every bit the defending champions from the outset.
London Olympians ruled the Southern Division, finishing 5–0, with the Heathrow Jets close behind at 4–1. Both teams showed explosive potential and earned their playoff spots.
In the Northern Division, Leeds Cougars posted the best win percentage but were ineligible for playoffs. This opened the door for Glasgow Lions (4–1) and Birmingham Bulls (4–2), both of whom made the cut.
🏆 Playoff Path to Glory
Quarter-Finals
Glasgow Lions advanced on a walkover (1–0) after Bedfordshire Huskers could not compete.
Southend Sabres overcame a strong challenge from the Birmingham Bulls, winning 30–18 in a physical battle.
London Olympians showcased defensive dominance, shutting out the Farnham Knights20–0.
The Heathrow Jets stunned the Southern Sundevils with a commanding 42–0 shutout.
Semi-Finals
In a much-anticipated North vs. East showdown, the Sabres edged past Glasgow Lions20–6, thanks to a stellar defensive showing and balanced offense.
Meanwhile, Heathrow Jets took control of their semi-final, defeating the London Olympians34–14 behind explosive plays and disciplined execution.
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Western Division
Team
W
L
T
%
Southern Sundevils
5
1
0
0.833*
Farnham Knights
5
1
0
0.833*
Solent Scorpions
3
1
0
0.750
Bournemouth Renegades
2
3
0
0.400
Bristol Aztecs
2
3
0
0.400
Cardiff Mets
1
5
0
0.167
Gloucester Gladiators
0
4
0
0.000
Note: Truro Bananas pulled out before season started.
Anglian Division
Team
W
L
T
%
Southend Sabres
4
0
1
0.900*
Bedfordshire Huskers
3
2
0
0.600*
Cambridge Cobras
3
2
0
0.600
Norwich Devils
3
2
1
0.583
Nottingham Hoods
2
5
0
0.286
Haven Raiders
0
4
0
0.000
Note: Tiptree Titans, Ipswich Phantoms pulled out before season started.
Southern Division
Team
W
L
T
%
London Olympians
5
0
0
1.000*
Heathrow Jets
4
1
0
0.800*
Basildon Chiefs
2
2
0
0.500
London Capitals
3
4
0
0.429
Kent Pumas
2
4
0
0.333
London Ravens
0
4
0
0.000
Brent Assassins
0
2
0
0.000
Note: Brent Assassins pulled out after two games.
Northern Division
Team
W
L
T
%
Glasgow Lions
4
1
0
0.800*
Birmingham Bulls
4
2
0
0.667*
Leeds Cougars
5
1
0
0.833
Steel City Titans
2
2
1
0.500
Manchester Spartans
3
4
0
0.429
Leicester Hurricanes
1
3
1
0.300
Milton Keynes Mavericks
0
6
0
0.000
Note: Leeds Cougars must have been banned from the playoffs.
🏆 Playoff Results
Quarter-Finals
Glasgow Lions 1–0 Bedfordshire Huskers(walkover)
Southend Sabres 30–18 Birmingham Bulls
London Olympians 20–0 Farnham Knights
Southern Sundevils 0–42 Heathrow Jets
Semi-Finals
Glasgow Lions 6–20 Southend Sabres
London Olympians 14–34 Heathrow Jets
🏆 Final
Southend Sabres44–6Heathrow Jets
Championship Final
In a rematch with historical echoes, the Southend Sabres put on a clinical performance to dominate the Heathrow Jets44–6. With sharp quarterback play, stifling defense, and a versatile ground game, the Sabres proved they were a class above.
📝 Final Thoughts
This season was a testament to the growing quality and depth of the youth game in Britain. With rising teams like the Heathrow Jets making deep playoff runs, and established programs like the Sabres solidifying their legacies, the future of the sport looks incredibly bright