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The Great Britain Youth Flag Football teams had an eventful and intense competition, showcasing their skills and determination across multiple age groups. Here’s a full recap of the U17 Boys, U17 Girls, and U15 Mixed teams’ performances:

U17 Boys: Bronze Medal Finish

The U17 Boys faced a tough semi-final matchup against Italy. Despite some impressive plays, the Italian team’s experience proved too strong, handing GB a 46-19 defeat. However, the boys quickly regrouped for their Bronze Medal game against Austria.

In a much more controlled and convincing performance, the GB boys held their nerve in a close game. Pulling away in the second half, they clinched the Bronze Medal with a 25-13 victory, finishing the tournament on a high note.

U17 Girls: A Tournament of Grit

The U17 Girls had a challenging tournament but showed their resilience throughout. On the final day, they secured their first win of the competition, defeating Germany 19-12 in a hard-fought match, lifting the spirits of the entire squad.

This victory placed the team in the 5th-7th bracket, where they faced two back-to-back games later in the day. First up was a rematch against Germany, but this time the German girls got their revenge, winning 20-12.

In their final game against Austria, the GB Girls found themselves down by three scores at halftime. However, in an incredible second-half comeback, they shut out Austria and scored three touchdowns of their own. In the dying seconds, they bravely opted for a two-point conversion to win the game but were denied, losing by just one point (21-20).

U15 Mixed: Silver Medal Achievement

The U15 Mixed team entered the day with a perfect 5-0 record, advancing to the semi-finals where they too faced Italy. The game was a thrilling shootout, with both teams making big plays, but GB managed to edge out a 24-21 win, booking their place in the Gold Medal game.

The final paired two undefeated teams, GB and Germany, in what proved to be a gripping contest. GB started strong, jumping to a two-score lead, but Germany responded with a quick touchdown and an interception to level the game. From there, it was a back-and-forth battle, but Germany ultimately took the gold with a 46-39 victory. The U15 Mixed team proudly brought home the Silver Medal.

Overall, all three GB teams showcased incredible talent, resilience, and heart. Whether winning medals or fighting through tough matches, they did the country proud and continue to prove that GB youth flag football is a rising force on the international stage.