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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Kyle Goddard

GODDARD’S GREAT RETURN

The Solent Devils continue to build their brand new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 season tonight with the announcement of their 17th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils are excited to announce the addition of, Defenceman Kyle Goddard!

Goddard is no stranger to the Devils having iced for the team for periods between 2015 and 2018 and being the nephew of Devils Legend Andrew “Chunks” Goddard! Kyle was a key part of the Solent Devils team who won the NIHL 2 playoffs!

Goddard’s career has seen him play across NIHL 2 and NIHL 1 with teams such as the Solent Devils, Basingstoke Buffalo, Chelmsford Chieftains and Bracknell Hornets.
Goddard has even played a stint in Canada for the Coldwater Falcons! His last season of Ice Hockey was 2022-23 where he iced for the championship winning Guildford Pheonix in NIHL 2. In his stint, Goddard netted 8 points in 9 games as a defenceman! Away from the ice, Kyle Goddard regularly plays Roller Hockey and has not lost his step!
Now Kyle looks to return to the ice and NIHL 1 with a homecoming back to his local club, the Solent Devils!

Signing Interview:

After signing, we sat down with Kyle Goddard to discuss the season ahead,

What are your thoughts on returning to the Solent Devils for the 2026/27 season?
What made you choose the Solent Devils?

I’m looking forward to being back! After a very long break, i’m stepping into the role to show my Son (who plays for the Solent Junior Devils) that his Dad has still got it and playing to give him someone to look up to.

For Devils fans who do not know you, how would you describe your style of play?

I always want to get stuck in and show up for the team. Continuing to play in a competitive manor and striving to push the whole team onwards.

You’ve followed the team over the past few seasons now, what have you seen from the squad and what do you plan to bring to the lineup?

They’re a great group of players on and off the ice to play alongside. As long as the energy and drive is there from everyone, then we’ve done our job.

You’re no stranger to the compete level of this league being apart of it throughout your career and also playing for the top teams in NIHL2. After taking a short break from the ice, what adjustments have you made to prepare for the challenge ahead

I’m mainly trying to convince my body that i’m still able to give it everything! Getting back on the ice and sharpening everything up. I know it’s going to hurt for a while, but I’m looking forward to it!

Finally, What is your message to the Solent Devils fans?

I’m back, I’m excited and I’m ready to work!

Kyle Goddard will wear #4 for the Solent Devils. Kyle is looking for a player sponsorship! If you are interested, please get in touch at devilssupporters@outlook.com

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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Aaron Taylor

TAYLOR RETURNS BETWEEN THE PIPES

The Solent Devils continue to develop their new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 South season tonight with the announcement of their 16th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils are honoured to announce the return of Goaltender Aaron Taylor!

Taylor’s 2025/26 season saw him continue to push the teams competitive bar as a reliable backstop pitching a .907 in the regular season. In the teams cup run and playoff push, Taylor stood up giving the team a .926 and a .927!

Next season, Taylor returns to the crease for his 4th consecutive since his return to the ice and he looks to keep being a dependable leader, something explored in his re-signing interview.

Re-Signing Interview:

After putting pen to paper, we sat down with Aaron Taylor to discuss last seasons lessons and his plan for the season ahead,

What are your thoughts on returning to the Solent Devils for the 2026/27 season?

My first thought is at least I can stop answering the same question over and over again
“So….. are you signing next season?”
I’m excited for to get back and see the boys; I’m sure Alex is doing everything in his power to put an exciting team together for the upcoming season!

Last season was a challenging one, what aspects are you planning to take from last season to build on for this upcoming season?

It was a very challenging season last year, I think we learnt that we have to be at full strength every week to pick up points in this league and unfortunately due to many different circumstances we were unable to do so. Over the course of last season, I learnt not to be too hard on myself, if things didn’t go our way, however I’m a terrible loser and a real grump to be around if things don’t go our way …. So I’d like to take this opportunity to apologise to the family in advance.

At the Solent Devils Presentation Evening, you were awarded Supporters Player of the season, what does it mean to you to be recognised for this award (especially after a challenging season) and what do you plan to take from it going forward?

To receive the award 3 years on the bounce is genuinely incredible, the way in which the fans from around the rink treat me and my family is genuinely heartwarming and one of the biggest factors in our decision to return for the upcoming season!

The league continues to push the competitive bar, as a leader, what do you think the devils greatest strength is heading into the new season?

We have a number of players in the dressing room holding others accountable and we already plan to ramp this up in 26/27 hopefully this will set us in good stead moving forward.

Finally, What is your message to the Solent Devils fans?

The fans have a weird way of knowing exactly what I’m thinking most of the time anyway, so a message to the team instead ……..Let’s get to work

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Aaron Taylor will continue to wear #92 for the Solent Devils!
Taylor is looking for a Sponsor this upcoming season, if you would like to sponsor Aaron on behalf of yourself or your company, please get in touch asap at devilssupporters@outlook.com

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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Josh Bundy

TWO-WAY AGREEMENT FOR BUNDY

The Solent Devils continue to develop their new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 South season tonight with the announcement of their 15th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils add youth with the return of Defenceman Joshua Bundy!

Bundy’s 2025/26 season was split across the Solent Devils and Solent Junior Devils. It was Bundy’s first season as part of the devils system and he’s coming back for round 2!
For the Solent Junior Devils (NIHL 2) Bundy was a steady member of the team’s blueline, helping defensively for 18 regular season games. In his time, he impressed and earned one of the two-way spots to help the NIHL 1 team during their spot of injuries.

No stranger to the competition in these leagues, Josh looks to continue developing his game with the Devils across the two leagues with a new two-way contract this season! Splitting time with the Solent Junior Devils and Solent Devils!

The Solent Devils are far from finished, be sure to keep up to date with the latest team news using our social media channels!

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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Ben Lock

LOCKED IN FOR 2026/27

The Solent Devils continue to build their new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 South season tonight with the announcement of their 14th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils are excited to announce the return of British Defenceman Ben Lock!

Lock’s 2025/26 season saw him return to playing a full season for the first time since 2023. In this season, Lock returned to form with his identity as a shut-down defenceman who puts his body on the line every night! Lock’s role was adjusted taking a more leadership role and helping to mould the younger defenceman like Jacob Hammond, while doing this he also put up some offensive numbers which saw him finish 9th in team assists and 2nd in defenceman points on the season!

This season, Lock returns for his 12th season with the Devils. In September, Lock will take the mantle of the Teams Captain until Calumn Perella-Fox returns to the line-up!

Ben Lock will continue to wear #71 for the Solent Devils.

Ben Lock is looking for a Sponsor, if you would like to be the proud sponsor of Lock for the 2026/27 season, please get in touch with Kerry at devilssupporters@outlook.com

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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Tre Meachem

TWO-WAY AGREEMENT FOR MEACHEM

The Solent Devils continue to develop their new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 South season tonight with the announcement of their 13th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils add youth with the return of Forward Tre Meachem!

Meachem’s 2025/26 season was split across the Solent Devils, Solent Junior Devils and Solent Devils U19.
Last season was his first on a two-way contract with the NIHL 1 squad. The 18 year old was one of the young players called upon during the Devils patch of injuries, he became a reliable depth piece, getting into 8 games and netting his first point!
For the Solent Devils U19, Tre was apart of the squad who went all the way to winning their league! He also finished the season with 25 points in just 9 games!
In NIHL 2 Meachem grew into senior hockey with 7 points in 19 games.

This season, Tre Meachem signs with the Solent Junior Devils and Solent Devils on a two-way contract!

The Solent Devils are far from finished, be sure to keep up to date with the latest team news using our social media channels!

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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Ryan Yeldon

TWO-WAY AGREEMENT FOR YELDON

The Solent Devils continue to develop their new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 South season tonight with the announcement of their 12th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils add youth with the return of Defenceman Ryan Yeldon!

Yeldon’s 2025/26 season was split across the Solent Devils, Solent Junior Devils and Solent Devils U19.
Last season was his first on a two-way contract after he impressed on the other teams and in his 1 game stint with the NIHL 1 team in 2024. Yeldon was one of the young players called upon during the Devils patch of injuries, he became responsible for important minutes against the leagues top competition and he rose to the occassion being a stable defenceman for 13 regular season games and 1 playoff game.
For the Solent Devils U19, Ryan was apart of the squad who went all the way to winning their league! He also finished the season with just under a point-a-game in the U19 league.
In NIHL 2 Yeldon had more opportunity to develop in senior hockey, playing in 21 games.

This season, Ryan Yeldon ages out of the U19 squad and signs with the Solent Junior Devils and Solent Devils on a two-way contract.

Re-Signing Interview:

After re-signing, we sat down with Ryan Yeldon to discuss his development and the upcoming season,

What are your thoughts on returning to the Solent Devils for the 2026/27 season?

I’m very excited to be returning to the Devils this season. After I aged out of the junior club at the end of last season, I’m looking forward to continuing my journey into full-time senior hockey.

Last season was a challenging one, you as a young player developing in this league was called upon during a difficult period to assist the team, what did you learn from last season and what are you taking from last season into this one?

After being called up part way through last season, I learnt what is expected at this level of hockey. From the intensity of the game to the importance of the right mindset to take into a game. With this in mind, I am looking to bring my best to every game this coming season and help the team as much as I can to reach the goals set.

Recent seasons have seen your development as a player come leaps and bounds, what are you enjoying about being in the devils system the most and what are you looking to develop this season?

The most enjoyable part of the Devils system is the pathway through the junior club into the senior club and the support from the coaches and staff along the way. After joining the club 9 years ago, I have moved up the ranks of the junior club and I’m proud to be joining the Devils for my first full-time season of senior hockey. This season, I am looking to develop my skills and confidence on the ice whilst gaining valuable experience from both NIHL 1 and NIHL 2 teams.

Finally, what is your message to the Solent Devils fans?

Hi Devils fans, thank you for all your support last season. The atmosphere you create every game never fails to push the team to our best. Looking forward to seeing and hearing you all when the season begins in September.

Ryan Yeldon will continue to wear #10 for the Solent Devils.

Yeldon is looking for a Player Sponsor, if you would like to sponsor Ryan Yeldon, get in touch at devilssupporters@outlook.com

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