1971–72 Rugby Union County Championship
The 1971–72 Rugby Union County Championship was the 72nd edition of England's County Championship rugby union club competition. The competition was no longer the premier club competition because a National Knockout Competition called the John Player Cup had been introduced.[1] [2] [3]
| 1971–72 County Championship | |
|---|---|
| Countries |  England |
| Champions | Gloucestershire (10th title) |
| Runners-up | Warwickshire |
Gloucestershire won their tenth title (but first since 1937) after defeating Warwickshire in the final.[4] [5]
Semi finals
| Team One | Team Two | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | Gloucestershire | 16-19 |
| Warwickshire | Yorkshire | 7-6 |
Final
11 March 1972 |
| Warwickshire | 6-11 | Gloucestershire |
|---|---|---|
Try: Duckham  Con: Rossborough |
Try: Hannaford, Morley Pen: Stephens |
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References
- Jenkins, Vivian (1975–76). Rothmans Rugby Yearbook. Brickfield Publications Ltd. pp. 130–131. ISBN 0362-00221-5.
- "English County Championship". Rugby Football History.
- "The County Finals". County Rugby.com.
- "West, Peter. "Rugby Union." Times, 11 Mar. 1972, p. 5". Times Digital Archives.
- "West, Peter. "Rugby Union." Times, 13 Mar. 1972, p. 7". Times Digital Archives.
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