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Wikipedia - 1. deild karla (basketball)
1. deild karla (English: Men's First Division) or D1 is the second-tier basketball competition among clubs in Iceland. It is organized by the Icelandic Basketball Federation (Icelandic: Körfuknattleikssamband Íslands - KKÍ). The season consists of a home-and-away schedule of 18 games, followed by a four-team playoff round. Both semifinals and finals series are best-of-three. The top team from the regular-season phase and the four-team playoff round winner are promoted to the Úrvalsdeild karla. The bottom club is relegated, and replaced by the four-team playoff round winner of the third-tier 2. deild karla.
History
Creation
The 1. deild karla was founded in 1964. Up until 1978 it was known as 2. deild karla.
ÍS and ÍKF's dominance
For the first years, from its foundation in 1964 until the 1970–71 season, the 1. deild was led by the ÍS (with three wins) and ÍKF (with two wins).
Fram Reykjavík's leadership
Some years later, from the 1974–75 season, Fram Reykjavík started their leadership on the 1. deild and their series of wins, which ended in the 1985–86 season when they won their fourth title.
Danny Shouse
In 1979, Danny Shouse joined Ármann and took the league by storm. On December 1, 1979, Shouse scored 100 points against Skallagrímur, setting the Icelandic single-game scoring record. In January 1980 he scored 76 points in an overtime loss against Grindavík and in February he broke the 70 point barrier again, scoring 72 points against Þór Akureyri. His scoring prowess helped Ármann win the league and achieve promotion to the Úrvalsdeild karla. Even though Shouse played in the nation's tier 2 league during his first season, he was widely regarded as one of the best players in the country.
The double fall of ÍR
After their golden years, in which they won 15 Úrvalsdeild karla titles in less than 25 years, the ÍR was relegated to the First Division. In the 1986–87 season they won the 1. deild for their first time and came back to the Úrvalsdeild karla. Afterwards, the ÍR was relegated again to the 1. deild. In the 1999–00 season they won their second 1. deild title and came back to the Úrvalsdeild karla.
Modern era
In the 2006–07 season, Þór Akureyri won their fifth title. In the following season, the 2007–08 season, Breiðablik also won their fifth title, becoming the most successful franchise together with Þór Akureyri. In the 2011–12 season, KFÍ won their fourth title.
On 13 March 2020, the rest of the 2019–20 season was postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak in Iceland.
The Iceland Division 1 Basketball Tournament is an exhilarating showcase of talent, teamwork, and competitive spirit, featuring some of the best basketball teams from across Iceland. This annual tournament serves as a crucial platform for both emerging and established players to demonstrate their skills and passion for the game.
Held in various venues throughout the country, the tournament attracts basketball enthusiasts, families, and sports fans eager to support their local teams. With a format that includes a series of thrilling matchups, the tournament culminates in an electrifying playoff series, where the top teams battle for the coveted championship title.
The Iceland Division 1 is not just about the competition; it also emphasizes sportsmanship, community engagement, and the development of young athletes. Teams are comprised of a mix of seasoned players and promising newcomers, fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie.
Spectators can expect high-energy games filled with impressive plays, strategic maneuvers, and unforgettable moments. The tournament also features various activities, including fan engagement events, merchandise stalls, and food vendors, making it a festive occasion for all attendees.
Join us for the Iceland Division 1 Basketball Tournament, where passion meets performance, and witness the rise of Iceland's basketball stars!