Milton Keynes Lightning ice hockey team is pleased to announce the signing of goaltender Daniel Norton for the upcoming 2023/24 season. Norton will be joining the team on a two-way contract with Milton Keynes Thunder as part of the MK Talent Pathway, showcasing the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent.
18 year old Daniel’s addition to the Lightning roster brings an exciting new prospect to the goaltending position.
Norton started his career in Coventry in England. Progressing through the ranks in 2018/19 Norton spent time with the Bradford Bulldogs U15 and Sheffield Greyhounds in England U15 further developed his skills, with save percentages of .866 and .859 in the respective seasons.
As he moved up to the England U18 level and the Bradford Bulldogs U18 team during the 2019-20 season, Norton continued to show promise, achieving a .882 save percentage. His performance for the Bradford Bulldogs U15 in the same season was also commendable, with a .890 save percentage.
Norton later gained international exposure, playing for the Northwood School 16U AAA and Northwood School Huskies Varsity teams in the USA. Although statistics for those seasons are not available, Norton’s experience in North American competition undoubtedly contributed to his growth as a player.
In the latest 2022-23 season, Norton continued his hockey journey playing for Hoosac School in the USHS-Prep league, maintaining a 3.50 goals-against average and an .879 save percentage over six games.
Speaking about Dan’s arrival Joe Wilson said, “I’m really excited to have Dan on board completing our goalie trio. As a player and as a person Dan comes highly recommended by his peers. Having worked with Dan for the past 5 summers at Clarke & Co Hockey Clinics I’ve seen first hand his compete for his next levels and willingness to improve. This made him an ideal candidate for the development pathway we have created. I’m looking forward to working with him once again and seeing him flourish as the season goes on. “
Dan said of joining Milton Keynes “I’m excited to be playing back in England especially for a team like MK with such a strong fan base. I just can’t wait to get started.”
As Dan Norton embarks on this new chapter with Milton Keynes Lightning and Milton Keynes Thunder, we are all looking forward to witnessing his skills in action.
Please welcome Dan to MK Lightning. Dan will wear the number 29 jersey, which is now available to Own and Loan. Please email dave@b2promodesign.com stating Light, Dark, Warm-up or any!
There is another way you can support Dan and the club. You can become Dan’s sponsor with your name or company name read out every time he is mentioned. Get the details here.
