Great Britain sets Winter 2026 youth flag trials
Trials for four age-group programmes are scheduled at Loughborough College on 28 and 29 November.
Great Britain’s youth flag football programme will hold Winter 2026 trials at Loughborough College on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November, the British American Football Association (BAFA) has announced.
The trials have not yet taken place. The announcement follows the U17 Girls’ European Championship title in Italy, according to BAFA.
Four programme sessions
The U17 Girls’ session is scheduled for 11:00–17:00 on 28 November, while the U17 Boys will trial from 10:00–17:00 that day. Both groups are for players born in 2010 or 2011.
The U15 Mixed trial is set for 10:00–17:00 on 29 November for players born in 2012 or 2013. The U13 Mixed Development Day will run from 11:00–17:00 and is for players born in 2014 or 2015.
What triallists need to know
BAFA says athletes should bring moulded boots suitable for a 4G turf field, a gumshield and their own belt and flags. A limited number of belts and flags will be available to borrow.
A packed lunch is required for the break between morning and afternoon sessions. The trials will also include a classroom element, for which participants should bring a notepad and pen.
Players must hold a valid British passport to be selected to play for Great Britain. BAFA directs prospective triallists to register through the links in its announcement.
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The announced dates give eligible players across four youth groups an opportunity to trial for Great Britain’s flag football programme.
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