Solent Get WILD on D!
Tonight, the Solent Devils continue to build their squad for the upcoming 2025/26 season!
This time around the Devils add stability, experience and leadership with the return of Defenceman Mason Wild!
Mason will be joining the team for his 11th season with the Devils this September!
His decadial season with the team saw him help to shut the door, keeping pucks out of the team’s defensive zone and hustling the puck into the o-zone.
He lead from the back end which saw the Devils finish 4th in goals allowed across the league as well as stepping up when it mattered most, playing in the teams Cup and Playoff Games.
During the Cup run, Wild also contributed offensively assisting on a goal!
We sat down with Mason to ask him a few questions ahead of the 2025/26 season:
Mason, What are your thoughts on being back with Solent Devils for the 2025/26 season?
I’m pleased to be back!
There’s a lot of belief in this group, and there’s a genuine hunger to push things forward this year. I’m looking forward to building on what we started!
What made you decide to return to the south coast?
It came down to the positive direction the team is heading.
There’s a strong culture here, and the support from the fans plays a massive part in that!
I still feel I have more to give, and this is the right place to do that.
Mason has become a reliable staple of the Solent Devils who has been apart of the teams biggest moments. Building off of his previous responses, we asked Mason (as a leader) what his overall outlook of the past season was,
We handled ourselves well, especially given the changes in the squad.
We had some solid performances and showed a lot of character.
There’s plenty to be proud of, but there are also areas we know we can improve.
When asked “what did you and the team learn from the previous season?” Mason replied,
With a younger team, it’s about setting the tone, staying composed in tough moments, and making sure the basics are done right.
Jumping off from this, here is how Wild believed his role adapted to the teams younger locker room,
I took on more of a leadership role, ensuring the team maintained its shape and intensity throughout the games.
Off the ice, it was about helping the younger players settle into the rhythm of senior hockey.
Discussing his focus for the upcoming season, Mason added,
The goal this season is to be more competitive across the board and challenge the top teams. We’ve got the talent and mindset to do it. We just need to put it all together consistently.
Finally, Wild wrapped up discussing how the Solent Devils fans influence the team,
It gives you a lift, especially in critical moments. When the game is on the line and the fans are cheering you on, you find that extra gear!
With his final message to the fans ahead of September being,
Thank you for always backing us. It means a lot to us, and we notice your support.
We’re putting in the work now to give you something to get excited about this season. Hopefully, we can hit the ground running and give you plenty to cheer for!
Mason Wild will continue to wear #41 for the Solent Devils!
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