1982–83 Rugby Union County Championship
The 1982–83 Thorn EMI Rugby Union County Championship was the 83rd edition of England's County Championship rugby union club competition. [1] [2] [3]
| 1982–83 Thorn EMI County Championship | |
|---|---|
| Countries |  |
| Champions | Gloucestershire (14th title) |
| Runners-up | Yorkshire |
Gloucestershire won their 14th title after defeating Yorkshire in the final.[4] [5]
A new format was introduced which consisted of the counties being organised into four divisions with relegation and promotion.[6]
References
- Jones, Stephen (1990–91). Rothmans Rugby Yearbook. Rothmans Publications Ltd. pp. 152–153. ISBN 0-356-19162-1.
- "English County Championship". Rugby Football History.
- "The County Finals". County Rugby.com.
- "Hands, David. "Championship final a clash of style and tradition." Times, 29 Jan. 1983, p. 17". Times Digital Archives.
- "Hands, David. "Forward power decisive for Gloucestershire." Times, 31 Jan. 1983, p. 17". Times Digital Archives.
- ""Club and county clash." Times, 1 Feb. 1982, p. 16". Times Digital Archives.
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