In 1982 the National League, also known as

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, was the second tier of

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racing in the United Kingdom.

Summary

The league champions were

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. Milton Keynes rider Brett Alderton was killed in an accident during the second half of a league meeting at King's Lynn. The 18-year old Australian sustained a fatal head injury on 17 April.

Final table

Top Five Riders

National League Knockout Cup

The 1982 National League Knockout Cup was the 15th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams.

were the winners of the competition.

First round

Second round

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

Final

First leg Second leg Newcastle were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 118–74.

References

{{United Kingdom Speedway Seasons Speedway British League Division Two / National League