Scottish League (1962-1965)

The Scottish League was a fully amateur league that was founded by eight teams for the 1962-63 season.

History

This was the first ice hockey league to be formed in either England or Scotland since the demise of the British National League in 1960. For the past two seasons, only home tournaments had been played throughout Great Britain.

The league's first season consisted of eight teams playing an inter-locking schedule, due to three of the sides not having a home rink. The Ayr Rangers won Group A while the Paisley Mohawks claimed Group B.

Only six teams took part in the 1963-64 season, which was divided into two groups of three teams apiece. The Fife Flyers won the championship after defeating the Paisley Mohawks in a playoff final consisting of the top team from each group.

The 1964-65 season also saw six teams participate. The Paisley Mohawks, avenging their previous season's loss, defeated Fife in the playoffs to claim the league this year.

For 1965-66, the Coca-Cola Championship, consisting of separate leagues comprised of English and Scottish teams, was set up. The league lasted one partial season before succumbing.

The Northern League (known also as the Scottish League) for its inaugural 1966-67 season, was then set up. It is considered to be the successor of this Scottish League.

Champions

• 1962-63: Ayr Rangers (Group A), Paisley Mohawks (Group B)
• 1963-64: Fife Flyers
• 1964-65: Paisley Mohawks