The Bahamas Youth Flag Football League (BYFFL) made a strong statement at the USA Flag Football World Championships, which wrapped up on Monday in Tampa, Florida.

The international event, hosting over 1,300 teams, had a representation of four squads from the BYFFL — 8U (8-and-Under), 10U (10-and-Under), 14U (14-and-Under) and 16U (16-and-Under). This marked the first appearance for the younger divisions, 8U and 10U, at this elite level for The Bahamas.

In the 8U Boys Division, the Bahamas Allstars faced tough competition. The ‘31 808 Local Vibez’ narrowly edged the Bahamas Allstars, 7-6. However, the Bahamas Allstars secured a win against the ROCK Sports Raiders with a score of 12-6.

In the 10U Division, the Bahamas Allstars were challenged by the ROCK Sports Raiders. The Raiders dominated the game, finishing with a 34-6 victory over the Allstars.

In the 14U Division, the Bahamas Allstars showed resilience. They clinched a 14-0 victory against K7 after a setback against the Goon Squad, 22-6.

In the 16U Boys Division, the Bahamas Allstars turned in impressive performances. They won decisively against BNA Elite Toth with a score of 28-0. The team continued their winning ways with a 27-2 victory over the Lockdown Legends Elite Silver team.

After the first day of competition, the 16U team ranked first in their division. The 8U team ranked 15th out of 30 teams in their division. The 14U team secured the number 10 rank. The 10U team’s ranking was not specified. Notably, the 16U team, which is essentially a 15U (15-and-Under) team playing in the 16U division, only lost in the championship game against Mexico.

The 14U team advanced to the quarterfinals, demonstrating their competitiveness in the tournament.

The BYFFL’s participation in the USA Flag Football World Championships highlights the growing talent and dedication within the league. Competing against international teams, the BYFFL teams showcased skill and determination, setting a foundation for future success in international competitions.