1977 British League season


The 1977 Gulf British League season was the thirteenth season of the highest tier of motorcycle speedway in Great Britain.

Summary

had dropped down to the National League but their riders transferred to the Bristol Bulldogs so the league retained 19 teams. Cradley Heath reverted to their nickname of Heathens after four years of being called United. The league was sponsored by Gulf Oil for a third season. White City Rebels won the title in only their second season of existence.

Final table

M = Matches; W = Wins; D = Draws; L = Losses; Pts = Total Points

Top Ten Riders

RiderNatTeamC.M.A.
1Michael LeeKing's Lynn Stars10.64
2Ivan MaugerExeter Falcons10.62
3Peter CollinsBelle Vue Aces10.49
4Gordon KennettWhite City Rebels10.41
5Ole OlsenCoventry Bees10.40
6Billy SandersIpswich Witches10.39
7Anders MichanekCradley Heathens10.35
8Dave JessupReading Racers10.27
9Malcolm SimmonsPoole Pirates10.22
10John DavisReading Racers9.84

British League Knockout Cup

The 1977 British League Knockout Cup was the 39th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier one teams. King's Lynn Stars were the winners.

First Round

Second Round

Quarter Finals

Semi Finals

Final