The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are pleased to announce the signing of forward Jarred White for the 2026/27 season. The Canadian forward arrives in Milton Keynes following his collegiate career in the NCAA and a spell in France, bringing speed, energy, and a strong two-way game to Pete Russell’s roster ahead of the new campaign. During his NCAA career with Western Michigan University and the University of Alaska Anchorage, White recorded 24 points in 94 appearances while earning a reputation as a reliable forward capable of contributing in all situations. White’s work ethic, skating ability, and attention to detail [...]

The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of defenceman Kell Beattie ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 22-year-old Belfast-born blue-liner joins the Lightning following a strong development spell within the NIHL with the Solway Sharks, alongside previous experience within the Belfast Giants system. Beattie has continued to establish himself as an energetic, mobile defenceman with growing influence at senior level, and is regarded as one of the promising young British defencemen progressing through the national game. During the 2025/26 NIHL National season with Solway, Beattie produced an impressive 30 points (11 goals, 19 assists) in [...]

Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of defenceman Archie Hazeldine for the 2026/27 season. The 21-year-old Nottingham native joins the Lightning following a season with Coventry Blaze in the Elite Ice Hockey League, where he continued to establish himself as one of the brightest young British defensive prospects in the game. Hazeldine iced in 45 EIHL games during the 2025/26 campaign, recording seven assists, while also featuring in 13 Challenge Cup games where he posted two points. Standing at 6’3” and shooting right, Hazeldine brings size, mobility and versatility to the Lightning blue line, alongside a [...]

The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of fan favourite Liam “Disco” Stewart for the 2026/27 NIHL season. business and one clear goal in mind,  helping bring silverware back to the club. Liam first joined the Lightning midway through the 2019/20 season and quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the team, both on and off the ice. Over four seasons in Milton Keynes, before taking a two-year break from the club, Stewart recorded more than 250 points in over 170 appearances, cementing his place as one of the most impactful players to wear the [...]

Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of defenceman Edward Knaggs for the 2026/27 season, as the experienced blueliner prepares to make his comeback after an injury-disrupted campaign last season. A product of the Milton Keynes hockey pathway, Knaggs has become a familiar and dependable figure in Lightning colours, earning a reputation as one of the league’s most composed and intelligent defensive players. As he enters his 10th year with MK Lightning, he has amassed 371 appearances for Milton Keynes Lightning, contributing 14 goals and 123 assists for 137 points from the back end. Despite last season [...]

Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of hometown goaltender Jordan Hedley for the 2026/27 season. A product of the Milton Keynes junior system, Hedley stays with Lightning after another impressive campaign in net during the 2025/26 NIHL National season. The 29-year-old appeared in 41 league games for the Lightning, recording 24 wins, a .903 save percentage, a 3.45 goals-against average and two shutouts across the season. Standing at 6’3”, Hedley continues to establish himself as one of the league’s most dependable British goaltenders, bringing experience, competitiveness and leadership to the Lightning dressing room. For Hedley, the [...]

Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of forward Cameron Hamill for the 2026/27 NIHL season. Cam returns to MK after spending the past two seasons continuing his development with valuable ice time with Bristol Pitbulls in the NIHL. During his time away, the young forward gained important experience and continued to grow his all-around game, establishing himself as a hardworking and energetic presence on the ice. Cam scored 8 goals with 13 assists over 38 games last season. The returning forward is excited to be back in Milton Keynes ahead of the new campaign. “Hi Lightning fans, [...]

The Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of Canadian forward Bradey Johnson for the 2026/27 season. The 26-year-old centre will arrive in Milton Keynes following a strong season in Sweden with Tranås AIF in HockeyEttan, where he recorded 19 points (9 goals, 10 assists) in 30 games. Prior to his move to Europe, Johnson spent five seasons with Saint Mary’s University in USports hockey, posting 85 points in 122 career games. Standing at 6’1” and weighing 194 lbs, the Ontario native brings a blend of skill, grit, and two-way reliability to the Lightning lineup. Johnson developed [...]

Milton Keynes Lightning are pleased to confirm that forward Harry Gulliver will return for the 2026/27 NIHL season, continuing his important role within the club’s offensive core as preparations begin for another competitive campaign. Gulliver, 26, remains one of the Lightning’s most consistent attacking threats, combining strength, speed, and a proven scoring touch. His return adds stability and firepower to a roster aiming to challenge for silverware next season. In the 2025/26 NIHL National Division regular season, Gulliver delivered another strong campaign, recording 28 goals and 18 assists for 46 points in 48 games. His production followed an impressive [...]