1958 Speedway National League


The 1958 National League was the thirteenth post-war season of the highest tier of motorcycle speedway in Great Britain.

Summary

who had dropped out at the start of the previous season only to return in mid-season, had dropped out again along with the bottom side Rayleigh Rockets. Poole Pirates returned after a one-year absence. Wimbledon Dons won their fourth title in five years.

Final table

TeamPLWDLPts
Wimbledon Dons18122426
Norwich Stars18120624
Southampton Saints18110722
Leicester Hunters18110722
Belle Vue Aces18100820
Swindon Robins18100820
Coventry Bees1891819
Oxford Cheetahs18521112
Poole Pirates18601212
Ipswich Witches1811163

Top Ten Riders (League only)

RiderNatTeamC.M.A.
1Ove FundinNorwich Stars11.60
2Peter CravenBelle Vue Aces11.00
3Ken McKinlayLeicester Hunters10.82
4Barry BriggsWimbledon Dons10.43
5Brian CrutcherSouthampton Saints10.03
6Jack YoungCoventry Bees10.02
7Peter MooreIpswich Witches9.73
8Jack BiggsPoole Pirates9.69
9Ron HowWimbledon Dons9.47
10Ronnie MooreWimbledon Dons9.09

National Trophy

The 1958 National Trophy was the 20th edition of the Knockout Cup. Belle Vue were the winners.

First Round

Second Round

Semi Finals

Final