"League champs" refers to a team or individual that has won a championship or emerged as the top performer in their respective league or competition. Full definition
-- but that the defending Premier League champs came into this matchup as massive underdogs certainly doesn't suggest that England's influence in Europe has grown by much. (theringer.com)
American was the unanimous choice to repeat as Patriot League champs in 2014. (anonymouseagle.com)
Jordan Roberson — The Cordova - Rancho Cordova junior guard is averaging 28.7 points per game, which included a season - high 34 in a 75 - 50 victory over two - time defending league champ Antelope. (sportstarsmag.com)