SOLENT ADD HOPPES
September approaches and the Solent Devils continue to build their 2024-25 roster.
Today, the Solent Devils add 19 year old British defenceman Jack Hoppes to the club!
Jack Hoppes brings more youth to the Solent Devils defence core from the Streatham Redhawks where he has spent most of his career.
Hoppes has collected a range of high level hockey experience at a young age having played on cup winning Streatham Redhawks teams as well as playing for the NIHL (National) Bees IHC (Now known as Berkshire Bees). Jack also played for Great Britain U18 in 2022-23.
Jack’s 2023-24 season was split across the Streatham Redhawks (NIHL 1) and Bees IHC (NIHL) where he played 28 games where he picked up 4 points as a defenceman.
Jack had this to say about joining the Solent Devils,
It feels great to be given the opportunity to get involved with the team and I’m looking forward to competing with such a strong squad.
When asked what helped him choose to sign with Solent, Hoppes said,
I’ve only heard good things about Solent, whether that be the fans, the players or the coaching staff. So when given the opportunity it felt like the right move for me.
Regarding his goals for next season, Jack Hoppes said the following,
Next season I would like to do my part in bringing home some silverware and playing with the constant compete they had last season.
Head Coach Alex Murray had this to say about the addition of Jack to his roster,
I’m delighted to have secured the signing of one of the leagues most exciting prospects.
Although only young, Jack has experience of playing national with the Bees and also winning trophies at Streatham.
He is a strong puck playing right handed defender who is good on the puck and can help us on our powerplay with his puck playing ability. It gives us an additional options in lots of scenarios and strengthens our D core.
Hoppes will be wearing #25 on his jersey for the club for the 2024-25 season.
The Solent Devils are looking for Own and Loan Sponsors for the up coming season as well as Team Sponsors. If you are interested in being involved and supporting the team then please get in touch now by emailing Kerry on devilssupporters@outlook.com