lifestack MK Lightning Gear Up for Opening Weekend Double-Header
lifestack MK Lightning fans are in for a jam-packed opening weekend this season, with two action-filled days planned, including a chance to meet the team, watch two home games, and skate alongside the players. 5th and 6th September 26 - MKL Opening Pre-season weekend This season we're welcoming the Rostock Piranhas to Milton Keynes for two home games. The Piranhas play in Germany's Oberliga, and this will be a great early test for the team. Visiting fans can get 10% discount at our Hotel Partner - Holiday Inn by phone or by emailing [email protected] and quoting MK Lightning. The [...]
Martelly Returns to the Blue Line as Lightning Lock in Key Defensive Piece for 2026/27
lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to confirm the return of Milique Martelly for the 2026/27 campaign. Martelly, a familiar face to lifestack MK Lightning supporters, re-joins the roster as the organisation continues to build a competitive and dynamic squad under Head Coach Pete Russell. Known for his speed, tenacity, and developing offensive impact, Martelly is expected to play an important role in the team’s structure this season. In the 2025/26 campaign, Martelly delivered another step forward in his progression, producing 35 points from the blue line across 44 games, including 6 goals and 29 assists, alongside only 20 [...]
Norris is Home: Sean Returns to lifestack MK Lightning for 2026/27
lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are thrilled to announce the return of forward Sean Norris for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 26-year-old Ascot-born forward is back where he belongs, returning to Planet Ice Milton Keynes for another campaign in Lightning colours. A firm fan favourite and one of the most dangerous forwards in British hockey, Norris brings with him the pace, power, and firepower that supporters have come to love across multiple seasons in a Lightning jersey. In the 2025/26 season, Norris delivered his most productive campaign yet in MK colours, posting an outstanding 58 points (30 goals, [...]
Lightning Bring Home-Grown Talent Home: Jake Hayward Signs for the 2026/27 Season
The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of defenceman Jake Hayward for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 20-year-old right-shot blue-liner returns to British hockey following four years of development in North America, most recently skating for the Red River Spartans in the USPHL Premier. Standing at 5'11" and weighing 176 lbs, the Coventry-born defender is a product of the Coventry Blaze junior system who has steadily developed his game across the Atlantic before catching the eye of Head Coach Pete Russell at the GB Men's national team camp in February. In the 2025/26 [...]
Triple Belfast Connection as Stewart, Hamill and Beattie Sign Two-Way Deals for 2026/27
Lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce that three of the club's new additions for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season, Mack Stewart, Carter Hamill and defenceman Kell Beattie, will play under two-way deals with the Belfast Giants of the EIHL. All three have come through the Belfast Giants' junior system and represent a significant boost of young, home-grown talent for Pete Russell's roster as the Lightning continue building a squad capable of competing for silverware across all competitions this season. Forward Mack Stewart joins the Lightning after featuring in 53 games for Coventry Blaze in the Elite [...]
Stewart returns to spark Lightning for 2026/27 season
The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of forward Mack Stewart for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 22-year-old Belfast-born winger heads back to Planet Ice Milton Keynes after a season in the EIHL with Coventry Blaze, where he featured in 53 games, recording 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points. Stewart brings with him a blend of EIHL experience and proven NIHL firepower, having previously delivered one of his finest campaigns in Lightning colours during the 2024/25 season, posting an impressive 31 goals and 34 assists for 65 points across 51 NIHL [...]
Warrior Hockey UK Returns as Equipment Partner for a Fourth Season
lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of Warrior Hockey UK as the club's Official Equipment Partner for the 2026/27 season, continuing a successful partnership for a fourth consecutive year. Warrior Hockey UK will once again provide the Lightning squad with industry-leading equipment throughout the season, helping ensure the team is equipped to perform at the highest level. The club is also proud to continue working with Neil Stone and the Warrior Hockey UK team, whose outstanding customer service and support have made them an invaluable partner. Fans will once again see Warrior's iconic branding around [...]
Hamill Time Again: Lightning Strike Twice as Carter Returns to MK
lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of forward Carter Hamill for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 21-year-old Belfast-born forward arrives back at Planet Ice Milton Keynes following an outstanding 2025/26 campaign, one that saw him operate at two levels of the game and thrive at both. With the Solway Sharks in the NIHL, Hamill delivered a career-best season, recording 46 points (12 goals, 34 assists) across 46 regular season appearances. He also stepped up to the Elite Ice Hockey League with the Belfast Giants, making 19 EIHL appearances and contributing 6 points (2 [...]
The lifestack MK Lightning Home Fixtures for the 26/27 Season
The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are pleased to confirm the fixture schedule for the upcoming 2026/27 season. The League campaign will begin on home ice at Planet Ice Milton Keynes on Saturday 19th September, with a 7:00pm face-off against the Leeds Knights. The team will then travel to Telford on Sunday 20th September with face-off scheduled for 6pm. The season ends with a home game to Swindon Wildcats on Sunday 21st March. As in previous seasons, the majority of MK Lightning home fixtures will take place on Saturday evenings, with a small number of exceptions throughout the calendar. Sunday [...]
Lightning Land NCAA Netminder Jared Whale for the 2026/27 Season
The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of Canadian netminder Jared Whale for the 2026/27 season. The 23-year-old goaltender arrives in Milton Keynes following an impressive NCAA career, where he established himself as a technically sound and highly competitive netminder. Across his collegiate career, Whale iced for Alaska Anchorage, Quinnipiac University and the University of New Hampshire, making 65 NCAA appearances. He posted a 0.888 save percentage and recorded four shutouts, consistently demonstrating his ability to keep his team in games with calm, composed performances between the pipes. Standing at 6'0", Whale brings excellent athleticism, [...]
