Semi-Final line ups in the London Junior League Announced
Rick Jones • 8 July 2025
Twelve teams from six different clubs will compete in the Semi-Finals this weekend
Congratulations to the twelve teams from six different clubs who have reached the Semi-Finals of the London Junior League competitions, which take place this weekend.
Brentwood Eels, Bromley Bengals and Elmbridge Eagles all have teams in the semi-finals of all three categories, which is a great achievement. Elmbridge Eagles topped the league in the U12s, St Albans Centurions topped the league in U14s and Hemel Stags topped the league in U16s, so well done to all these teams.
The full line up for the Semi-Finals is as follows:
U12s:
Elmbridge Eagles vs Bromley Bengals
Brixton Bulls vs Brentwood Eels
U14s:
St Albans Centurions vs Brentwood Eels
Elmbridge Eagles vs Bromley Bengals
U16s:
Hemel Stags vs Brentwood Eels
Elmbridge Eagles vs Bromley Bengals
The Grand Finals for the Competitions will take place at Brixton Bulls on 19th July.
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