STORM WARNING: Sean Norris set to light up Milton Keynes ⚡️ once again for the 2025/26 season!
Milton Keynes Lightning are thrilled to announce the return of forward Sean Norris for the 2025/26 season. With his high-impact international skills, top-quality shot, and incredible skating, Norris brings back a dynamic presence that fans know and love – and he's hungrier than ever to chase silverware. A consistent force on the ice, Norris recorded 41 points (21 Goals, 20 Assists) across 31 games during the 2024/25 regular season, bringing explosive offence and unmatched tenacity each night. Although sadly injured for the Final Four weekend, his role in Lightning’s Playoff Championship run was pivotal, and the excitement surrounding his [...]
Knaggs is Back: MK Lightning’s Defensive Dynamo Returns for 2025/26 Season
Milton Keynes Lightning is thrilled to announce the return of defenceman Edward Knaggs for the 2025/26 NIHL National season. A product of the Milton Keynes Storm youth system, Knaggs has become a cornerstone of the Lightning's blue line, known for his reliability and leadership on and off the ice. Standing at 5'11" and weighing 165 lbs, the 26-year-old Hemel Hempstead native brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the game. His commitment to the team's success and his ability to perform under pressure have made him an invaluable asset to the Lightning's roster. Last year, he [...]
Martelly Magic Returns: Milique Re-Signs with MK Lightning for 2025/26 Season
Milton Keynes Lightning is thrilled to announce the return of dynamic defenceman Milique Martelly for the 2025/26 NIHL National season. Known for his exciting pace, skill, energy, and great hands, Martelly has become a fan favourite at Planet Ice Milton Keynes. In the 2024/25 season, Martelly showcased his offensive prowess from the blue line, tallying 7 goals and 19 assists over 51 games, accumulating 26 points and 28 penalty minutes. Expressing his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, Martelly said: "Happy to be back with the team and keep building off the back of last season. The pieces are starting to [...]
MK Lightning Play Off Champions Jersey 24/25
Following our incredible victory at the Play-Offs in Coventry on 19–20 April, where Puckiverse MK Lightning were crowned Play Off Champions, the MKL Supporters Club has been flooded with requests for a special jersey to mark this unforgettable achievement. We’ve listened — and we’re proud to reveal a commemorative jersey! Please note: This jersey is not a game-worn design and will not be worn on the ice. It’s a one-off tribute for fans to purchase, available for a limited time only. We’ve teamed up with Dave at the MKL Supporters Club and the team at Rhino to create the exclusive [...]
Cownie Storms Back: Lightning Strike Twice as Jordan Returns for 2025/26
Milton Keynes Lightning are thrilled to announce the return of forward Jordan Cownie for the 2025/26 NIHL National season. After a standout campaign last year, Cownie is set to don the #95 jersey once again, bringing his elite playmaking and leadership back to Planet Ice MK. Milton Keynes Lightning are thrilled to announce the return of forward Jordan Cownie for the 2025/26 NIHL National season. After a standout campaign last year, where he was voted MVP for the team, Cownie is set to don the #95 jersey once again, bringing his elite playmaking and leadership back to Planet Ice [...]
MKLSC End of Season Awards Night 24/25
The 25th of April 2025 was the MKLSC End of Season Awards Night, where it marked the close of the 24/25 season with well-earned individual awards, speeches and reflections on an unforgettable year that included our play-off victory in Coventry. Massive thank you to all the MKL Supporters club helpers for organising such a successful event. The Awards are: MKL Most Improved Player 24/25 - Archie Salisbury MKL Coaches Player 24/25 - Toms Rutkis MKL Defenceman of the Year 24/25 - Milique Martelly MKL Most Valued Player 24/25 - Jordan Cownie MKL Players' Player 24/25 - Jordan [...]
Back in a Flash: Grinell-Parke Sparks MK Lightning Again
Milton Keynes Lightning is thrilled to announce the return of fan-favourite forward Rio Grinell-Parke for the 2025/26 season. Known for his blistering speed and relentless forechecking, Grinell-Parke is set to electrify the ice once again for MK Lightning. The 26-year-old London native has played over 160 games for Lightning. Grinell-Parkes standout performance included a crucial game-winning goal in the first leg of the National Cup Final against Hull Seahawks in 23/24 which helped propel MKL to a 10–5 aggregate victory and securing the silverware. Expressing his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, Grinell-Parke stated: “I’m really excited to be returning [...]
Rutkis Reloaded: Toms Returns to MK Lightning for 2025/26
Milton Keynes Lightning is thrilled to announce the return of forward Toms Rutkis for the 2025/26 season, marking his third consecutive year with the club. Rutkis, known for his versatility and speed, has been instrumental in the team's recent successes, contributing to two trophy wins over the past two seasons. Born in Riga, Latvia, and raised in the UK, Rutkis brings a wealth of experience from his time in the Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL), having played for the Cardiff Devils, Coventry Blaze, and Dundee Stars. Toms joined MKL in 2023 and has played over 100 games (including playoffs) [...]
James Griffin Testimonial Timetable
James Griffin Testimonial Date: Saturday 26th April 25 Time: 6.30pm Get Tickets Now Running order 6.00pm open doors 6.30pm 5 min warm up on ice 6.45pm Peter to begin announcing players onto the ice (See below who is going to be there) 7pm game starts – period 1, 20 mins of continuous running clock 7.20pm ice cut – chuck a duck 7.35pm period 2, stop about half way through to announce raffle winners 7.55pm (Approx) end of game, photos etc 8.10pm (Approx) start of skate with the players (pens and cameras at the ready) 9pm - Ice [...]
Planet Ice NIHL National League Announces Increase in Import Player Limit for 2025/26 Season
The Planet Ice NIHL National League (PINIHL) is pleased to announce a key update ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season: teams will now be permitted to roster four non-British trained players, an increase from the previous limit of three. This decision marks a significant step forward in the league’s continued growth and ambition to raise the standard of competition across the UK’s premier semi-professional ice hockey league. “The Planet Ice NIHL National League is always striving to become bigger and better,” said a league spokesperson. “We believe that increasing the number of import players will not only raise the quality [...]
