This is big.  We’re so happy to bring you the news that Ross Venus has signed for the upcoming 2023/24 season. The 29-year-old forward joins us from Coventry Blaze, where he spent the 2022/23 season, scoring 9 goals and 23 assists. Since we did this deal at the end of March, it’s been fantastic to see the rumours and excitement building as Ross appeared for GB at MK last week, and we are sure that Ross will receive a fantastic welcome when he takes to the ice for the first time in the MK arena. Venus is a GB [...]

MK Lightning are delighted to announce the re-signing of Callum Field for the 2023/24 season. This will be Callum's fourth season with the team, having played 55 games last year and scoring 12 goals and 3 assists, totalling 15 points. Callum began his junior career in MK, before moving to Sheffield and then returning to his local team. Head Coach Tim Wallace spoke highly of the forward, saying "Callum knows how to find the net, which you can't teach. He has great skill for his age and he is ready to put in the work this summer to take [...]

MK Lightning fans can look forward to seeing Jordan Hedley back between the pipes and helping the team to achieve their goals for the 2023/24 season.  The talented goalie will return to the team for a second season after an impressive debut campaign last year. Last season, Hedley played 46 games for MK Lightning and recorded an impressive save percentage of 0.897. He played an instrumental role in the team's success, helping them to secure a top-two finish in the league. MK Lightning Head Coach Tim Wallace said about the signing,, "Heds is a great goalie with so much [...]

Today we are sharing the news of the re-signing of defenceman James Griffin for the 2023/24 season. The upcoming season marks Griffin's 9th year with the team, and we know fans will be excited to see him hit the ice once again. Last year, 30 year old James played in 45 games, scoring 6 goals and 10 assists, earning a total of 16 points and 76 penalty minutes. He has been a key player in the club and has played an integral role in their success over the years. MK Lightning Head Coach Tim Wallace said, "Griff is one [...]

MK Lightning  is excited to announce the signing of Harry Gulliver for the 2023/24 season. The 23-year-old forward was born in Essex and joins MK Lightning from  Raiders Ice Hockey Club, where he scored an impressive 22 goals and 31 assists during the 2022/23 season. Gulliver's hockey journey began at the Okanagan Hockey Academy, where he honed his skills and developed into the player he is today. He has also spent time in North America with the Ogden Mustangs, gaining valuable experience and exposure to different playing styles and systems.  His experience, scoring ability, and attacking threat will be [...]

After a breakthrough season with MKL last year, he’s in hot demand so we are delighted that Milique Martelly has committed to MKL for 2023/24.  Milique joins us on a full MKL contract.   Still only 18, Milique started life as a roller hockey player, and first took to skates when he was just 18 months old.  He started playing competitive junior hockey around 8 years ago, and has developed quickly into one of the country’s top defenseman.   For MKL last year he made 45 appearances scoring 5 goals and 8 assists, and picked up a string of man-of-the-match [...]

Overall MK Lightning have had a successful season in the Planet Ice National Hockey League, securing second place in the League campaign and reaching the Semi-Final of the Cup. Looking ahead, we are massively excited about the 2023/24 Season ahead and the chance to take the team even further, and so we are delighted to share that our first signing of this year can now be revealed as your number 28, Player/Coach Tim Wallace.    37 year old Tim is a native of Anchorage Alaska, and has extensive experience playing and coaching at the highest levels of the sport.  He [...]