Finally that moment we’ve all been waiting for, all the fixtures for the season ahead.

This evening, the Solent Devils are delighted to announce the return of the exciting young forward, Oscar Evans.

Commenting on signing Evans said

“I will bring speed and energy for sure and hopefully some goals too!”

Evans career has seen him play 84 games, racking up 29 goals and 13 assists, speaking about the signing Head Coach Murray said

“Oscar is a really exciting prospect, who will only get better the more he plays at this level. He provides vital depth on the left wing and is able to contribute on the score board!”

Evans continues

“My goals this year are to get back to scoring and assisting more and contribute to the team as much as I can.”
“The streaming series we did was so important for us as we’ve never not played hockey for that long before so we needed to get that feeling back and it was the perfect thing really after a tough year!”

Evans adds

“…the last 18 months was extremely tough and for everyone and with no hockey it was tough to stay motivated physically and mentally but on a positive note we got to spend more time than usual with family.”

Evans will return to the Devils in shirt #77. If you would like to sponsor a Devil or become a team sponsor, contact devilssupporters@outlook.com

This evening, the Solent Devils are delighted to announce the return of English Netminder, Mark Duffy.

Duffy signed for 2020-21 and after many false starts to the season, Duffy commenced with the Devils during the Spring Series Cup series demonstrating his capabilities to a full house on the Solent Devils Youtube streaming Channel as the team took the silverware.

With a career 130 games and an SVP of .857% Duffy comments on signing

“I hope to do everything I can for the team when needed and to keep pushing Chico all season.”

Head Coach Alex Murray commented

“Duffy is someone who I’ve known since a kid, when we played a lot of in-line together! We’ve always discussed him playing with the Devils but it never materialised until the Spring Cup. Duffy has settled in well and is experienced enough to push Chico and his a big presence in net for us. We have a strong goalie tandem and Mark is a crucial part of that.”

Talking about his goals for the season Duffy added

“…Looking forward to a season where we can really get on some good winning streaks, upset some of the ‘big’ teams and really push for some silverware.”

Duffy continues

“Taking part in the summer cup meant that we had a great opportunity to get the cobwebs off after a long time away and to set ourselves up for a big season to come. For me it was a great chance to get to know all the boys before the first full season and see what it means to be a Devil in training and at game time.”

Speaking about what he will contribute Duffy said

“I hope to bring a bit of experience to a quite young group and I hope to bring some top performances at the weekends. I’m the type of guy that will do anything to help the team and I’m looking forward to helping the boys towards silverware and a deep playoff run.”

Duffy will return to the Devils in shirt #98. If you would like to sponsor a Devil or become a team sponsor, contact devilssupporters@outlook.com

This evening, the Solent Devils are delighted to announce the re-signing of English forward, Dan Shier.

The Isle of Wight based player will begin his fifth season with the senior team, starting his 87th game when the season opens in September. Shier has accumulated 10 goals and 17 assists and looking to add to the tally in 2021-22.

Shier said

“I’m looking forward to the season, the stretch of water can be a pain but we’re very lucky to have Wightlink supporting us so we can keep the island boys playing.”

Coach Murray commented

“It’s great to welcome back Dan for next season, he is a great team guy who stands up for his team mates and its skilful and gritty which makes him unique in our line up. Shier has settled into the team well over the past few years so I look forward to seeing him kick on this year”

Speaking about the pandemic Shier continues

“It’s been a tough time for everyone – I’ve done my best to keep fit and earlier training in the spring definitely helped me.”

When asked about the Spring Cup Series Shier said

“After a year out it was great to be able to play in the Spring Cup – we missed the fans but it does feel like we now have a momentum to take into the new season when some teams will have been off the ice for 18 months or more”

On favourite away destinations commented

“Probably Cardiff for the ice and Chelmsford for the atmosphere.”

The Solent Devils would also like to thank Wightlink for their support during the Spring Cup Series and their continued support in the 2021-22 season, without which we’d likely lose the senior and junior talent from the island.

Shier will return to the Devils in shirt #12. If you would like to sponsor a Devil or become a team sponsor, contact devilssupporters@outlook.com

This evening, the Solent Devils are delighted to announce the re-signing of Scottish born defenceman, Calumn Perella-Fox.

The industrious and reliable defender, Perella-Fox will be returning for his fifth season with Solent Devils and has stacked up 91 games, 5 goals and 10 assists.

Perella-Fox comments

“Hopefully we can pick up where we left off and take it into the season.”

Head Coach, Alex Murray has commented on his pleasure in retaining close friend and versatile player Perella-Fox

“I have played with and coached Cal ever since we were kids. He is a reliable, team first player who is strong on the puck and can play in a variety of positions. Everyone really respects Cal in the room and that’s a reflection on his work ethic on and off the ice for the team.”

Speaking about the Spring Cup Series Perella-Fox said

“The experience was so valuable, I hate being sat around so lock down has been hard for me, so I jumped at the opportunity to play again and be back with the lads on the ice.”

Perella-Fox will return to the Devils in shirt #44. If you would like to sponsor a Devil or become a team sponsor, contact devilssupporters@outlook.com

This evening, the Solent Devils are delighted to announce the re-signing English forward, Scott Cooper.

Since joining the Solent Devils Cooper has contributed 3 goals and 4 assists in his 24 games, speaking about his return Cooper said

“I’ll be looking to bring an energy and maturity to our line each night and to continue developing and playing the Solent way”

Solent Head Coach, Alex Murray spoke of the bond Cooper has made with the team since joining

“We have a close group of guys on our team, and it feels like Scotty has been a part of it from day one! He is a great team guy, influential in the locker room and an asset on the ice across all lines and special teams. Now Scotty is settled down South I am expecting a big season from him, I know he has been working hard throughout the pandemic to remain healthy and ready for when we return!”

When asked about what the Spring Cup Series meant to him, Cooper continued

“Very valuable both mentally and physically it was a real relief to be able to play the sport we all love during such a testing time for everyone. The boys and I were very privileged and none of us took it for granted. I believe that showed in the performances we put in each game throughout the series.”

The pandemic has taken it’s toll on life and the things we take for granted, Cooper reflected

”I think it gave me a real perspective for what’s important and to make the most of each opportunity that comes my way as things can be taken away just as quick as they appear.”

Looking forward to the season ahead Cooper concluded

“We have a very solid core group of players that show up every night but we just need to make sure we make each other accountable and show that group mentality that got us through a lot of tough games last year.”

Cooper will return to the Devils in shirt #24.  If you would like to sponsor a Devil or become a team sponsor, contact devilssupporters@outlook.com