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Solent Devils 2026/27 Player Signing – Dan Lackey

DEVILS GET THEIR DAN

The Solent Devils continue to build their new roster for the 2026/27 NIHL 1 South season tonight with the announcement of their 20th player!

Joining the squad, the Solent Devils are excited to announce the return of British Utility Man Dan Lackey!

Lackey’s 2025/26 season saw him reduce his role to account for his new commitments off the ice as well as injuries. This did not stop him from being a big part of the team! Lackey still stepped up in big moments late in the season fitting into a defensive role and an offensive role and even netted some goals!

A staple in the Devils locker room, this season, the leader returns to help push the team further while also providing some experience and advice to the newer and younger players!

Signing Interview:

After signing, we sat down with Dan Lackey to discuss the challenges ahead,

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

I am looking forward to getting back on the ice! It’s been a long and great summer! Can’t wait to get back on the ice with the lads!

Last season was a challenging one for the team, what do you think the team learned last season and was there anything you learned as a player?

The teams in a bit of a transition with a lot of the older guys getting older or retiring, I almost did! But it’s a great opportunity for the younger lads to step up and fill roles & make an impact! Last year it was a lot of learning and developing for them, this year they can make it happen!

At the Solent Devils Presentation Evening, you were awarded the Shane Clacy Award, 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 on and off the ice?

For those that know what the Shane Clacy award is, it means a huge amount to a lot of people at the club! So to be recognized for my commitment, it’s honor! To be honest, there’s not a lot i’ll change, keep doing what I do to help the team get the best results we can and push on!

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?

The league is looking strong this season, the top teams have all added some good and experienced bodies! The Devils though, we just stick together, it’s a solid and loyal core and that helps with stability. It makes it a lot easier for new guys to come in, as we all help out with drumming in what is expected.

Last season saw a lot of younger players rise through the ranks and step up to the big league! What did you see from the younger players?

As per the question, lots of learning! Younger guys taking PP and PK minutes from the older guys, younger guys matching points of older guys, it’s promising for this season!

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

I can’t wait to see you all, get some W’s and have a drink (coke of course) in the pub after!!! You are what makes the club what it is!

Dan Lackey will continue to wear #9 for the Solent Devils this season. Lackey is looking for a player sponsorship! If you are interested, please get in touch at devilssupporters@outlook.com

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Solent Devils Halloween Theme Night 2025

THE SOLENT DEVILS INVITE YOU TO JOIN THEIR EXCITING RETURN

Hockey Is Back!

The Solent Devils return home to the newly iced Planet Ice Gosport this weekend!

Their anticipated return sees them face off against the young and fast Swindon Wildcats 2 in a closely contested affair!

Last time these 2 teams met it was in Swindon in the first game of the season when the Devils took a 6-1 victory!

This game has a potential 3 important points up for grabs which will contribute towards both the League and Cup tables!

Numbers Behind the Match up

Check out some of the numbers behind the match – who do you think gets the edge?

Halloween Specials

This is no ordinary game of hockey for the fans!

Following the success of last years Halloween Theme Night, we will see the return of the fan dress up competition!
Join us in showing off your creativity, dressing up and competing for a prize!

You can also challenge your hand in our Pumpkin Carving Contest!
Past years this has been an amazing showcase of our community’s creativity seeing many Solent Devils logos and hockey themed pumpkins come to life!

In addition, there will be Halloween decorations around the rink as well as halloween music for you all to enjoy!

Secure your place!

You’re not going to want to miss out on this jam packed evening!

Be sure to secure your place at the game now using the link below!

https://iceaccount.co.uk/solent-devils/event-tickets/?event_id=8286&stage=1

Spread the word! Lets fill the rink for the Devils spooktacular return!

#togetherstronger

Solent Devils 2025/26 Player Signing – Aston Lacey

LACEY LACES FOR SOLENT

The Solent Devils are pleased to confirm the signing of Forward Aston Lacey as apart of the prior announced two-way contract with the Solent Junior Devils!

The 2024/25 season was Aston’s first in the Solent Devils development pathway.
The season saw him spend most his time playing for the Solent Junior Devils of NIHL 2.

For the Division 2 team, Aston finished at half a point a game with 7 points in 14 games, 6 of which were goals!

Late in the season, Lacey was called up to the Solent Devils (NIHL 1) where he stood up as a team player and even picked up his first NIHL 1 point scoring a goal!

Lacey finished the season playing 8 games for the Solent Devils where he had 2 goals for 2 points as a depth piece.

Lacey’s impressive first season with the team and chemistry in the room lands him a new two-way contract for this upcoming season.

After re-signing with the team, we sat down with Aston to ask him a few questions to reflect on his achievements and to look ahead of the 2025/26 season:

To begin the interview by asking Aston about his re-signing and his overall thoughts after his first season with the team,

I’m looking forward to playing with the Devils as they are very welcoming and inclusive.
My first season with Devils last year was enjoyable because I felt like my skills were used well.

Building off of this, we asked Aston about how he plans to make the most of the two-way contract’s opportunities.

I feel like my level of hockey will improve through training with higher level players as I will learn from them and be able to take that into my time with Div 2.

Last season saw Aston play a career high in games at the NIHL1 level whereby he picked up his first NIHL 1 point.
We asked Lacey to describe how did it felt to step up in the moments and what he learnt from his experiences last season as well as what he is taking into the new year.

From last season I learnt to stay composed in stressful situations which will be useful this coming season.
I plan on focusing on being the best player I can whilst staying a team player.

Lacey concluded by talking about his first experiences with the Devils fans!

Having such a supportive crowd encourages me to perform well on the ice and put on a good show. I’m looking forward to meeting some more of the fans around the rink.

Aston Lacey will wear #88 for the Solent Devils.

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Solent Devils 2025/26 Player Signing – Jack Hoppes

SOLENT RE-SIGN HOPPES!

Sunday 27th July, the Solent Devils sign their 17th player to their upcoming 2025/26 squad!

Tonight, the Devils are proud to officially reveal the re-signing of talented young Defenceman Jack Hoppes!

Hoppes adds youth, skill and speed to the Devils upcoming back-end.

The 2024/25 season saw Hoppes make the move from the Streatham Development system to the Solent Devils and instantly he had an impact!
Last season was a breakout season for Jack Hoppes with him posting a career high in points!

Hoppes’s first season for the Devils saw him step into a consistent role on the team.
Jack stepped into top defensive minutes for the team and helped the team keep the puck out of the net to help finish towards the top of the league in defensive stats.
Hoppes also stepped up contributing offensively finishing 11th in team scoring with 13 points, 5 Goals and 8 Assists, most of which were on the Power Play.

Jack also was a key part of the Devils push for silverware with him playing in all of the teams cup and playoff games.
Hoppes contributed a point in the teams cup run and was a point a game in the playoffs!

The ex Berkshire Bee and GB U18 star will join the Devils for his second season in September, here’s what he had to say about re-signing.

I’m really excited to be back with the Devils this season,
the whole organisation from supporters to the team made it an easy decision!

Last season was Hoppes’ first with the club, reflecting on this, Hoppes said:

Last season I found it to be an easy transition down to having such a great locker room and welcoming supporters.

Continuing to discuss last season, here was Hoppes’ thoughts,

Last season had its ups and downs. Most of which I really enjoyed. But I think the main objective is to finish with some silverware which we couldn’t quite get a hold of and I think we are all coming back with that in mind.

As previously mentioned, last season saw Jack play top minutes for the Devils with some time on the teams Power Play, Here’s how Jack found taking on this responsibility?

I was grateful to be trusted with the on-ice responsibilities I was given last season and can only hope to improve my impact this year.

The Solent Devils fans left an impact on Hoppes and the team,

My first impression of the supporters were how amazingly vocal and supportive they are. Playing in a smaller rink limits the number of fans we can have but they were still as loud and proud as our competition which is very encouraging when on the ice.

I cannot wait for the season to begin and am looking forward to seeing everyone whilst back on the ice!

Jack Hoppes will continue to wear #25 for the Solent Devils.
Jack Hoppes is looking for an own and loan sponsor!
If you are interested please contact devilssupporters@outlook.com

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Solent Devils 2025/26 Player Signing – Cameron Buckle

DEVILS BUCKLE IN YOUNG CENTER!

The Solent Devils are excited to finally reveal their latest addition to their upcoming 2025/26 squad!

Tonight, the Devils are proud to officially announce the re-signing of Forward Cam Buckle!

Buckle adds youth, skill and a key hand for face-offs to the Devils upcoming squad.

The 2024/25 season was a breakout season for Buckle at the NIHL 1 Level as he picked up 35 Points in 31 Games! (Over a point a game!)

Cam’s first season for the Devils saw him step into a consistent role on the team. Where he picked up 13 Goals and 22 Assists. Buckle also played on the Teams power play unit with 6 of his goals being on the PP!
Buckle also had a Goal in the Devils Cup Run!

Buckle will join the Devils for his second season in September, here’s what he had to say about re-signing.

I’m very excited to get the season going!
It was an easy decision to re-sign in Solent again, seeing the players we already have back and the potential we have in the room made it a no brainer!

Reflecting on his first season with the club, Cam added,

My first season as a Devil was great.
I’ve never been part of such a close nit group.
From a personal standpoint it was better than expected and I hope to build on it this season!

Building off of this, we asked Buckle what his overall outlook was of his first full NIHL 1 Season,

My overall outlook on last season was positive. We were so close to silverware and to progressing in play-offs that it’s made us all hungrier for success this season.

Continuing to discuss his favourite moment,

My favourite moment from last season is either the Cup Final and seeing how loud & passionate our fans were, following us hours away to support!
Or beating Slough to make the Cup Final. I’ve learnt a lot about how to play at this level and I’m going to continue that this season.

Joining the Devils, Cam was reunited with former teammates in Coleman, Peacock, Lackey, Sutton and Hutchison. We asked Buckle about this reunion.

Playing with old teammates made a huge difference.
It immediately makes you feel welcomed and having past knowledge on how someone plays helps massively on the ice.

Cam, What is your primary focus heading into your second season with Solent?

Big focus for the new season is to keep working on my personal game, but 100% to win a trophy.
The club and fans deserve silverware so much and I believe we have the team to make that happen!

Cam’s first experience of the Gosport Ice Arena and it’s loyal fans left an impact!

The devils supporters were unbelievable all season!
Home and away it felt like we could rely on them to make noise.
It really does spur you on in the moment and I don’t think we would’ve won some of the games we did last season without them being as loud as they were.

Buckle concluded his interview with his message to the fans!

Devils fans, I’m excited to be back and playing infront of you again!
Bring the noise we know you can and we’ll bring the results, see you in September!

Cam Buckle will continue to wear #51 for the Solent Devils.
Buckles jersey will be owned and loaned by Trane UK!

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Solent Devils 2025/26 Player Signing – Daniel Lackey

LACKEY LOCKS IN

TTonight, the Solent Devils celebrate the weekend with another addition to their growing 2025/26 roster!

Tonight, the Solent Devils are excited to finally reveal the re-signing of Forward Dan Lackey!

Lackey adds experience and leadership and well as a wealth of skill to the team’s upcoming squad!

The 2024/25 season was shortened for Lackey with him only playing in 21 regular season games. However, this did not slow down his contributions as he collected 5 Goals and 8 Assists for 13 Points in those games.

Lackey also stepped up playing in the teams 4 Cup Games where he collected an assist. He also played in both of the teams Playoff Games.

After re-signing with the team, we sat down with Lackey to ask him a few questions to reflect on last season and his thoughts ahead of the 2025/26 season:

The interview begun by asking Dan how it feels to return to the Devils for his 8th season!

I’m very happy to be back, it’s a great organisation to represent.
It’s a very professional set up, with high standards and a group for great guys and girls who are involved.

Lackey has been a key part of past Devils teams, last season saw him take on a depth leadership role on the team. We asked Lackey how, as a leader, he found the younger Solent team from the past season.

I think it was a positive change, the younger lads bought a lot of energy on and off the ice!
Last year was a lot of fun and they all integrated well!
It’s a very tight knit room for sure!
As for my role, it’s nice not to have so many minutes, so a welcome rest at times!
I’m a fairly quiet guy in the room, I like to lead by example where I can by playing hard!
Not sure the fans would say I was quiet by how I am on the ice….

“Looking to next season, what is your personal focus?”

I’m hoping to contribute to a few more points next year!
After a great start in the first 8 games last year I feel as though I fell off a cliff!
I need to keep it up and help the team where I can by being more clinical.

As always, we asked Lackey to conclude his interview by giving us an insight into his experience with you, the Devils Fans!

The fans are a huge part of what makes playing at Solent enjoyable!
The turn up week in week out to cheers us on and meet up in the Sailmaker after!
It’s a great family atmosphere and when it’s bouncing in there it’s a privilege to play in front of the fans!

Let’s bring the atmosphere again next year and as a team break the Silverware curse!

Dan Lackey will continue to wear #9 for the Solent Devils.

Make sure to follow the Solent Devils Social Media pages to stay up to date with the latest 2025/26 season signings and news!

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