Harry’s over the moon to be back with MKL for another year
“Last season Harry was deservedly our most improved player, which is testament to the hard work he put in and the positive attitude he bought to the room, bench and ice every night.” These are the words of MK Lightning Head Coach Lewis Clifford as he described our latest signing for 2020/21. Please welcome back Harry Ferguson for his third MK Lightning season. 21-year-old Harry was born in Elgin the north of Scotland, and spent the early part of his career in Moray and Edinburgh, including over 70 Elite League games with Murrayfield / Edinburgh Capitals. He spent a brief [...]
NIHL National League: planning for a return to action
The management group representing the ten member teams of the National League have continued their Zoom meetings during the past 4 months, involving the EIHA’s Andrew Miller, to discuss the options in terms of resuming competitive hockey. The management group is a valuable forum for shared experiences and is being used to ensure a unified and consistent approach. All eyes are of course on the announcements from central and local government, Sport England, rink operators and again the EIHA in respect of relaxation of the restrictions and the slowly growing attendances allowed at public events and the required precautions and [...]
Deeper defensive dependability as Lewis Christie signs for 2020/21
With the Milton Keynes Lightning team nearing completion, we’re delighted to confirm the return of our defensive rock Lewis Christie for an 11th season in MKL colours. 30 year old Edinburgh born Lewy brings vast experience with him from a distinguished career across the British leagues and international representation at under 18 and under 20 level. Last season he made 40 appearances picking up a goal and 6 assists in a season which started late when Lewy stepped into the roster as short term injury cover after which we could never let him go! Lewy is thrilled to be back [...]
Elegant puck moving defenceman Ed Knaggs returns to MK Lightning
In our third new arrival of the summer we are thrilled to see the return of a well-known and highly rated player to MK Lightning. Please welcome back Ed Knaggs. 22 year old Hemel born Ed first appeared in a Lightning jersey in the 2014/15 season and despite his tender age has built great experience in the Elite League, NIHL and as a GB international at under 18 and under 20 level. He joins us from Bracknell Bees where he spent last season, picking up 3 goals and 29 assists in 48 games – his most productive season yet in [...]
Goaltending tandem complete as Lawday commits to pull on the Zeus mask for 2020/21
Milton Keynes Lightning goaltending duties are in safe hands as we welcome back Jordan Lawday to the squad. 21 year old Jordan will be starting his third MK season after stepping up from MK Thunder to join Lightning at the beginning of last year. He made 37 appearances and posted a 89.8% save percentage. His strong 2019/20 season was unfortunately interrupted mid-way through the year by an injury as Lightning Head Coach Lewis Clifford explains: “Jordan had a bit of a stop start season last time round, but he showed in his performances why he’s so highly thought of [...]
Who needs Batman? Rockin’ Robin is back for MK Lightning!
“Kovy is a massively popular player in the room, a team first guy who isn’t out for personal stats or accolades. He just wants to win.” These are the words of Milton Keynes Lightning Head Coach Lewis Clifford speaking about the return of fan favourite Robin Kovar to the squad for the 2020/21 season. Robin joined Lightning midway through last season from Bracknell, and had an immediate positive impact picking up 4 assists in his first game, on his way to 14 goals and 36 points in just 18 games. His effect on the team was instant and long [...]
Thanks for your support for May…we make a difference
We'd like to give our thanks to you all, and to the Supporters' Club for the fantastic fundraising achievements during May with proceeds going to both the MK Hospital Charity COVID-19 appeal and MK Lightning. During the month, there were sales of limited edition merchandise as well as online raffle activity, and we're delighted that overall these activities raised a whopping £2047.82 to be split equally between the club and the charity. Speaking about the receipt of the cheque for £1023.91 and MK Hosptial Charity spokesperson said: "On behalf of Milton Keynes Hospital Charity, I would like to say a [...]
He skates at light speed for Lightning! Rio Grinell-Parke is back!
He’s one of the fastest players in the league and off the back of his best ever senior hockey points tally last year, we are thrilled that Rio Grinell-Parke will be pulling on a Lightning jersey again this upcoming season. 21 year old London born Rio appeared 45 times last year, amassing 13 goals and 29 points as well as 79 PIMs. A favourite amongst many supporters for his work ethic, game impact and attitude, as well as his exceptional skating pace, this is sure to be a very popular signing amongst our fans. We caught up with Lightning Head [...]
Further Firepower added as Bobby Chamberlain returns to MKL
The firepower continues to build for MKL as we welcome Bobby Chamberlain to the Lightning roster. 25-year-old Bobby joins us from Hull Pirates where he spent the previous 3 seasons, in a career that primarily centres around Hull teams, but which includes over 80 EPIHL games for MKL where he picked up 69 points. Bobby scored 37 goals and 71 points in 37 appearances in 2019/20 earning him 9th spot in the overall league scoring charts. This is a thrilling signing for MKL as Head Coach Lewis Clifford explains: “Bobby is a huge character and someone who I’m very excited [...]
Defensive depth continues to build with the return of Ross Green
The depth and experience in the defensive lines of MK Lightning continue to build as we are delighted to share with you the return of Ross Green for another MKL season. Ross made 42 appearances last year picking up a goal and 12 assists and 42 penalty minutes in a string of strong and consistent performances in the team. Now 28, Green - known to his teammates as Sloth – is continuing his long run as an MK hockey man in a career which started in the MK Storm junior system. Proof to all of today’s juniors that you can [...]
