The Premier League was consisted of 14 teams for the 1997 season, running on a standard format with no play-offs.
The Young Shield was introduced as an end of season cup competition for the top eight teams in the league standings.
[9] The Premier League Pairs Championship was held at Oxford Stadium on 26 September.
[10][11] Long Eaton Invaders won the Premier League Four-Team Championship, which was held on 3 August 1997, at the East of England Arena.
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