[1] The league sold Kings' licence to a group headed by Robert Earl, Ed Simons and Harvey Goldsmith, who established the Leopards.
Newcomers Sheffield Sharks formerly Sheffield Forgers won the regular season and claimed the title in their rookie season in addition to becoming National Cup champions.
Seventh-seed Worthing Bears caused a huge upset in the post-season Play-off to take the Championship crown with a memorable victory over Manchester Giants in the final.
Thames Valley finished ahead of Birmingham by having the best head-to-head record between the teams.
Doncaster Panthers vs. Sheffield Sharks Thames Valley Tigers vs. Worthing Bears