1950 Speedway National League Division Two


The 1950 National League Division Two was the fifth post-war season of the second tier of motorcycle speedway in Great Britain.

Summary

The League was extended again to 15 teams with the promotion from Division Three of Halifax Dukes, Plymouth, Yarmouth and Hanley. Bristol Bulldogs, champions for the previous two seasons, moved up to Division One.
Norwich Stars claimed the title by a single point.

Final table

Top Five Riders (League only)

RiderNatTeamC.M.A.
1Jack YoungEdinburgh Monarchs11.24
2Arthur ForrestHalifax Dukes11.00
3Alan HuntCradley Heath Heathens10.44
4Bob OakleySouthampton Saints10.43
5Phil ClarkeNorwich Stars9.91

National Trophy Stage Two

The 1950 National Trophy was the 13th edition of the Knockout Cup. The Trophy consisted of three stages; stage one was for the third division clubs, stage two was for the second division clubs and stage three was for the top tier clubs. The winner of stage one would qualify for stage two and the winner of stage two would qualify for the third and final stage. Halifax won stage two and therefore qualified for stage three.

Second Division Qualifying First Round

Second Division Qualifying Second Round

Second Division Qualifying Semi Finals

Second Division Qualifying Final