At that time city already had four different sports teams; for cross-country skiing (since 1882), gymnastics (since 1892), speed skating (since 1897) and football (since 1911) respectively.
Prominent former members include high jumper Astrid Tveit and long-distance runner Brynhild Synstnes.
It was the last time the championships were held on gravel, and this caused problems because excessive rain drowned the venue, and the fire department had to pump off the water.
The club started planning fixed surface on the venue in 1980, and was granted a loan for NOK 500,000.
[7] Lillehammer IF is based at Stampesletta, a multi-sports complex located 1 kilometer (0.6 mi) from the town center.