Early League Football In Dumfries And Galloway
Before the South of Scotland Football League was formed in 1946, there had been previous attempts to introduce league competitions in the Dumfries and Galloway region of Scotland since the 1890s. These early attempts invariably foundered because of the very small townships in the area and a tendency for the clubs to concentrate on the myriad of cup competitions that were in operation.
The various leagues are detailed below.
Read more about Early League Football In Dumfries And Galloway: South of Scotland League, Stewartry Football League, Kirkcudbrightshire Football League, Southern Counties Football League, Champions 1892–93 To 1924–25
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