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, [...]
Next step up: Conroy returns to continue his Lightning journey
The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce that homegrown forward Lewis Conroy will return to the club for the 2026/27 NIHL National season. A product of the Milton Keynes juniors, Conroy continues his progression within the organisation after gaining valuable experience around the Lightning roster during the 2025/26 campaign. Having developed through the Milton Keynes Storm programme, the talented young forward has consistently demonstrated the skill, work ethic and commitment required to take the next steps in his hockey career. Conroy made his introduction to senior hockey with the Lightning last season aged just 16, combining training [...]
Franklins Solicitors Returns as Silver Sponsor for a Fourth Season
lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of Franklins Solicitors as a Silver Sponsor for the 2026/27 season, marking a fourth consecutive year of partnership between the club and one of the region’s most respected and forward-thinking law firms. For the 2026/27 campaign, the Franklins Solicitors logo will proudly appear on the backs of the MK Lightning jerseys, in addition to featuring on rinkside barrier boards and as a Player Sponsor – a testament to their continued commitment to the club, its players, and the passionate Lightning community. Speaking of the partnership, the team at Franklins Solicitors [...]
Locked and Loaded: Thomson Signs for lifestack MK Lightning
The lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of forward David Thomson for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 28-year-old Canadian forward arrives in Milton Keynes following a standout campaign with the Telford Tigers, where he established himself as one of the league’s most dangerous offensive players. Thomson produced an elite scoring season in 2025/26, recording 94 points (49 goals, 45 assists) in 53 league games, alongside additional contributions in cup competition. Across the NIHL National Division season, Thomson ranked among the league’s top scorers, consistently delivering at over a point-per-game pace while showcasing his [...]
A New Charge for MK: Jarred White Signs for 2026/27
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 [...]
Beattie Bolsters Lightning Defence for 2026/27 Season Push
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 [...]
Young GB Talent Hazeldine Commits to Lightning
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 [...]
