During the 2001–02 English football season, Rushden & Diamonds competed in the Third Division.
Season summary
In their first season ever in the Football League, Rushden & Diamonds finished 6th, qualifying for the play-offs. They eliminated Rochdale to reach the final, but lost 3–1 to Cheltenham Town.
Kit
Rushden & Diamonds' kit was manufactured by Fila and sponsored by Dr. Martens.[1]
^Carey was born in Kettering, England, but also qualified to represent the Republic of Ireland internationally and represented the Republic of Ireland at U-21 level.
^Folan was born in Leeds, England, but also qualified to represent the Republic of Ireland internationally through his grandfather and grandmother and represented the Republic of Ireland at B level before making his international debut for the Republic of Ireland national football team in October 2008.