MURRAY BEHIND THE BENCH AND ON THE ICE
Tonight, the Solent Devils are excited to get the ball rolling on the 2026/27 season as they ink the first contract!
The Solent Devils are pleased to announce the return of Player Coach #73 Alex Murray!
Murray was a key contributor on the ice during the teams push last season, with him finishing 3rd in regular season with him scoring 6 goals and 16 assists!
Murray will be joining the team for his 17th season in September and looks to continue developing the rebuilding team!
Re-Signing Interview:
After signing, we sat down with Alex Murray to discuss the season ahead,
What are your thoughts on returning to the Solent Devils for the 2026/27 season?
Naturally i’m pleased to be returning for the 26/27 season.
There is some uncertainty on how much longer I can keep playing but I’m excited to lead the club through this transitional period as we enter a new era of Devils Hockey.
Last season was a challenging one with many unfortunate, unpredictable events, what aspects are you planning to take from last season to build on for this upcoming season?
It would be remiss to say last season was a write off. Whilst things didn’t go to plan, there were several positives to take from the year, in particular the integration of several younger players from our junior system which was really important. We also finished the season very strong and were unlucky to not get past the 1/4 finals in the playoffs.
I plan to ensure we remain competitive while giving opportunities to the new generation of Devils. Consistency is key, and whilst we cannot control injuries, I am confident we will not have a season like we did this year, with the amount of not noticeable long term absences.
What is your personal goal this upcoming season as a player?
My goal for this year is to ensure we are competitive in every game, make Solent a fortress once again, and give the supporters a team they can really get behind for several years to come!
What can fans expect the 2026/27 Solent Devils team to look like this upcoming season?
The team is shaping up nicely already. We have so many loyal Solent players who are eager to return without waiting all Summer, and it’s these types of players who will forge our new core group moving forward.
We are also working on some big marque club signings which I’m hopeful will come to fruition as these will certainly please supporters.
What is your message to the Solent Devils fans?
I want to take this opportunity to thank you all for your continued support through the good time and the tough times. There are simply no better fans in the league, your personal touch and undying devotion to our small club means we never feel the pressure of a fan base, just the support.
Alex Murray will continue to wear #73 for the Solent Devils.
Murray’s Jersey will be owned and loaned by “Learning for Life”!
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