England Opponents at World Cup

28th February 2004

4 Man-No Contact
1. Superheros-Londonderry, NH
2. Raw Talent-Miami, FL
3. Swarm-San Diego, CA
4. Obelix-Montreal, Canada
5. Brewers-Santo Domingo, DR
6. Team England
7. Israel-Jerusalem, Israel
8. Xmen-Toronto,Canada

8Man Semi Contact
1. Dream Team-Colorado Springs, CO
2. X-Men-Toronto, Canada
3. Team England
4. Alliance-Londonderry, NH
5. Swarm-San Diego, CA
6. St Croix-USVI
7. Warriors-Puerto Plata, DR
8. Brewers-Santo Domingo, DR

World Cup Men's Preview, from www.flagmag.com

USA (men) - Team USA are unbeaten in the previous four World Cups and are definitely favorites to clinch the title again. With players like James Mayo, Jim Wilson and Isias whom all traveled to three countries helping Flagmag promote the sport, with their extensive experience and knowledge of the game pose a threat on or off form.

Mexico (men) - Finalist last year and lost to a strong USA outfit, although they upset the Canadian national team, they just couldn't pull it off against the USA team. Strong contenders for the finals due to their different style of play and skills which they possess in abundance.

Canada (men) - Had a strong squad that had most players play in three previous World Cups but lacked the enthusiasm and killer instinct from previous events. They have great potential in their quick and short plays, abundance of experience and always create a party environment.

Israel (men) - Another good team that over the years has improved as they have already beaten Team USA once on their France tour last year. An exciting QB and powerful offensive line will always be a threat to anyone, will give the top three a run for their money.

England (men) - We don't really know what to make of them, in their third year its difficult to say whether they will do well or not. Possess speed and agility in Ade, while Austin and Butch have been playing amongst top USA players given the opportunity to learn and then develop the program in the UK. Played in one of the exciting games last year versus Euro rivals France (4 OT's).

Cayman Island (men) - A second year team that saw what the game is all about last year in the Bahamas. They are all geared up to show that although they are a small country have the ability to deliver a major blow on someone, watch out who knows it could be you.

St Croix (men) - One of the new teams, first time in the event, witnessed the event last year as observer's and are a very enthusiastic group. One of the first teams to register and lets hope they will show that on the field also.

Dominican Republic (men) - Slowly put together by Fernando Rodriguez and Butch who have over the past 8 weeks spent a lot of time with them teaching them a completely new game. Got a good structure in place with energetic youth and also some experienced, mature crop of guys. Personally, just like the St Croix may find it difficult at the start but seem to be very quick learners and will get grasp of the game really quickly.