Milton Keynes Lightning 2023/24 Fixtures Now Available
We are pleased to share with you the fixtures for the 2023/24 Milton Keynes Lightning ice hockey season. Our season begins at home on 23rd September against Raiders with a 7pm faceoff, followed by a trip to Sheffield the following day (24th September) at 4:30pm. Our first meeting with last season’s champions Leeds Knights is on Saturday 7th October at home. Most Lightning home games will be on Saturdays as usual, with a few exceptions to note (Weds 27th September vs. Hull, Friday 10th November vs. Swindon, Sunday 11th February vs. Swindon and Sunday 24th March vs. Bristol). Fixtures between [...]
Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey Club Announces New Platinum Sponsor: Spicer Consulting
Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey Club is thrilled to announce the addition of Spicer Consulting as their brand new Platinum Sponsor for the upcoming 2023/24 season. This exciting partnership brings together two organisations dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the pursuit of success. Established in 1988, Spicer Consulting has earned a worldwide reputation as a leader in magnetic field cancelling for electron microscopes and similar instruments. With a focus on maximising the performance of electron microscopes, electron beam lithography systems, CD-SEM, and focused ion beam tools, Spicer Consulting has become an industry expert, working closely with equipment manufacturers, users, and [...]
Smith Returns as Official Ice Partner and Platinum Sponsor for the 2023/24 Season, Continuing Their Legacy of Support
As the 2023/24 season approaches, Milton Keynes Lightning is thrilled to announce the unwavering commitment of Smith Group, who will continue their steadfast support as our Official Ice Partner and Platinum Sponsor. Smith, as both Smith Recycling and Smith Construction, have been an integral partner since the redevelopment of the Milton Keynes rink in 2014, cementing their position as a fundamental force behind MKL's success. A pillar of the Milton Keynes community, Smith Construction Group has played an instrumental role in our journey, providing the stability and support essential to our club and MK ice hockey. Their recognisable branding [...]
Acute Ambulance & Medical Services continue as our Official Medical Partner for the upcoming season
MK Lightning play a fast and physical sport, and safety is, of course, our top priority. Having the right support off the ice, readiness for if an emergency arises and access to key training and advice is game changing. Playing a key role in all these areas is our Official Medical Partner for this season, Acute Ambulance & Medical Services. We welcome them back as they continue their tremendous support for the club. Acute Ambulance & Medical Services provide a paramedic led ambulance crew for all MKL home matches to ensure that significant match injuries can be handled quickly [...]
All in Black are the Official Community Partner for the Milton Keynes Lightning ice hockey team for the 2023/24 season
All In Black Group, the leading security, systems, and training company in Milton Keynes, is delighted to announce its new role as the Official Community Partner for the Milton Keynes Lightning ice hockey team for the 2023/24 season. Having gained over a decade's worth of experience providing security solutions across Milton Keynes, All In Black Group will continue to offer expert match-night security for the team, ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all fans. The highlight of this partnership is the joint creation of a Community Foundation. Both All In Black and Milton Keynes Lightning will invest into [...]
Introducing three more of our MK Talent Pathway Players
You’ve already met four of our MK Talent Pathway with the arrivals of Carter, Cam, Ben and Dan. So now we’d like to introduce three more of our future MK Lightning stars who will be developing as part of the Pathway this year. Say hi to Cole, Cass and Callum, who are signed to MK Thunder for 2023/24! Cole McCluskey is 18 and has made his way up through the MK Storm juniors (with a brief stint in Bracknell). Cole is a skilful forward who made his NIHL 1 debut with MK Thunder last year, going on to make [...]
We love you Stewy
We’ve been talking with Liam over the summer and he’s decided that, for now, he is going to fully focus on family, parenthood and ‘real life’. As parents ourselves, we fully support and understand his priorities, and wish him, Nicole and Louie the very best. Who knows whether at some point in the future we’ll welcome Disco back into the MKL squad? We sure hope we can though. Disco said: “Thank you MK fans, staff and especially owners and players for welcoming me with open arms 4 years ago. Been nothing but good times and memories. Love you all, [...]
Welcoming back the Off Ice Bench Guys
To run an Hockey bench during the game takes some people that we couldn't be without,. We announced these guys at the end of Season Awards night, but in case you missed this announcement, we are delighted to welcome them back to the Team for the 23/24 season. Andy Watkins Andy Watkins has provided years of brilliant service as MKL's equipment manager, and is part of an MK hockey dynasty with his son Daniel and wife Sue and daughter Zoe, who also play crucial match night roles (thank you all!). Andy has taken on further responsibility with all of [...]
Elite Centreman Dillon Lawrence Joins the MKL Attack
MK Lightning is thrilled to announce the signing of Dillon Lawrence, a highly talented centreman, for the upcoming 2023/24 season. After an impressive stint in the Elite League with the Fife Flyers, Dundee Stars, and Coventry Blaze, Dillon is set to bring his skills and experience to MK Lightning. Hailing from the hockey-rich city of Toronto, Dillon Lawrence honed his craft in the junior ranks with the Toronto Eagles before taking his talents to Boston, USA, where he attended university. His dedication and commitment to the sport have propelled him to new heights, earning him a well-deserved reputation as [...]
Exciting Attack from Caly Robertson as he returns to MK Lightning
Milton Keynes Lightning, is thrilled to announce the signing of forward Caly Robertson for the upcoming 2023/24 season. Last season, playing for the Bristol Pitbulls, Robertson showcased his talent on the ice. With an outstanding record of 32 goals and 28 assists, he accumulated a total of 60 points across 60 games. Robertson previously donned the Milton Keynes Lightning jersey during the 2019/20 season. In his 17 games with the team, he demonstrated his proficiency by scoring three goals and providing two assists. His return to the organisation is eagerly anticipated, as his skills have evolved and matured since [...]
