British Ice Hockey

Casey Traill talks to The BIH Show about her recent drafting to the NWHL with Buffalo Beauts - the first British female player to achieve this. We also hear from new Glasgow Clan coach Malcolm Cameron and Robert Lachowicz joins us to discuss his move from Nottingham Panthers to Guildford FlamesWe have new sponsorship opportunities with British Ice Hockey and we'd love to hear from you if you would be interested in coming on board with us. For further information, please drop an email to news@britishicehockey.co.uk and among other things, you could hear your company's name on The BIH Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two of GB ice hockey's biggest stars have new adventures as netminder Ben Bowns is off to Slovakia to join Dukla Trencin while NHL prospect Liam Kirk has been handed an entry level contract with Arizona Coyotes.Former Guildford Flame Kruise Reddick, who played in Trencin last season, tells us what Bowns can expect while Peterborough Petes coach Rob Wilson joins us to discuss his two years working with Kirk and his role in the forward's development.Fife Free Press editor Allan Crow looks back on Fife Flyers' 10-year anniversary since they joined the Elite League while UK fans David Gibson and Woody Walker help set the scene for the NHL Stanley Cup Final between Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On ice action has ended for 2020/21 so the attention turns to signing news where we hear from netminder Kevin Carr and winger Craig Garrigan, who have returned to Nottingham Panthers and Dundee Stars respectively.Widnes Wild player-coach Richard Haggar talks about his side's play-off win at the NIHL weekend in Sheffield while GB netminder Ben Bowns looks back on the World Championships and ponders what the future has in store for him.PHOTO: Dean Woolley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former GB international and FreeSports co-commentator Paul Adey joins us to look back on the World Championships for Great Britain, plus Arizona Coyotes Director of Player Development Mark Bell discusses the progress of GB star Liam Kirk, who was drafted to the NHL side three years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We decided to slip in an extra supplementary edition of the podcast this week and get the latest from the World Championships in Riga and as GB take a couple of days off before their final game with Switzerland, we caught up with the latest from the camp.Matthew Myers joins us to discuss his 100th cap for GB and the experience of becoming the latest centurion for his national team, plus we hear from former Swiss international Ryan Gardner who gives us the lowdown on GB's opponents on Tuesday.PHOTO: Dean Woolley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GB are tearing it up in Riga in the World Championships and we chat to Josh Tetlow, Jonathan Phillips and co-coach Adam Keefe about the competition so farCardiff Devils coach Jarrod Skalde discusses his plans for the club as his recruitment drive gets underway and EIHA Media Officer Craig Simpson discusses the Return to Play and the NIHL Play-offs coming soonPHOTO: Dean Woolley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IIHF World Championships begin this week and GB will be there for their second tilt at the top pool. We hear from FreeSports commentator Aaron Murphy, head coach Pete Russell and forward Ben Davies as they prepare for the competition. KHL correspondent Gillian Kemmerer gives us the inside track on first opponents, Russia and we cross to Leeds where we hear from the new Knights coach Dave Whistle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Davies joins Craig Anderson to look back on that epic game in Kosice when GB came from three goals behind to beat France in overtime and stay up in the World Championships, a game where Ben scored the OT winner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The BIH Show looks at the issues surrounding the futures of Murrayfield Ice Rink and Braehead Arena, with Murrayfield Racers director Willie Dunn and Glasgow Clan Chief Operating Officer Gareth Chalmers giving us the point of view from their clubs.Stevie Lee is a Nottingham Panther and the defence man joins us to look back on his season in Italy and reveals why he's sitting out the World Championships for GBPlus Sydney Ice Dogs coach Andrew Petrie discusses ice hockey's return in Australia after over a year out and what it felt like to be back behind the bench.Subscribe and download The BIH Show from your podcast provider and don't miss an episode

The Elite Series is over, but there's still plenty to look back on in the latest edition of The BIH Show after Nottingham Panthers triumphed in the five-week competition. On this week's edition, we speak to: Winning Nottingham Panthers netminder Jackson Whistle about his role in their success Coventry Blaze D-man David Clements looks back on the competition and looks ahead his GB adventure Elite League Media Manager Luke Fisher takes us behind the scenes over the last five weeks PHOTO: Panthers Images

As the round robin and the play-offs get set to begin, Craig chats to the commentators from all four clubs to look back on the tournament so far, find out what happens behind the scenes and tries to learn who might be crowned Elite Series champions.GUESTS:Simon Harris & Seth Bennett (Manchester Storm)Ed Kimberley (Coventry Blaze)James Brandon (Nottingham Panthers)Jonathan Fearnley (Sheffield Steelers)

Episode four of The BIH Show is here and ready for you to watch as the countdown to the Elite Series Play-offs is well and truly on. On this week's show: Nottingham Panthers Director of Hockey Guillaume Doucet discusses his side's upturn in form and what's been happening in the camp Coventry Blaze forward Tristan Keck on his difficult year as he turned pro and his future plans Sheffield Steelers veteran Jason Hewitt on wearing orange again and whether he could still cut it at EIHL level PLUS ONLY on this podcast, we talk to Kirk Humphreys, Chief Operating Officer of Guildford Flames about why his team sat out the Elite Series.Watch the new edition of The BIH Show on YouTube or download the audio version via your podcast provider. Don't forget to subscribe!PHOTO: Scott Wiggins

We've reached the halfway stage of the Elite Series' 'regular season' games so on this week's show: Manchester Storm's Joe Hazeldine on leaving Panthers, signing a long-term deal with Storm and making an impression on the Elite Series Coventry Blaze head coach Danny Stewart discusses his team's performances so far, reveals who's impressed him in his team and how far he's come as a head coach. Check it out on the British Ice Hockey YouTube channel now, or download as an audio podcast via your podcast provider. Don't forget to subscribe too!

Elite Series hot shots Liam Kirk and Ciaran Long discuss the start to their campaigns with Sheffield Steelers and Manchester Storm respectively while Chris Ellis brings the perspective from Nottingham Panthers and GB.PHOTO: Karl Denham

The BIH Show is back and looking ahead to the Elite Series.  To do that, former Coventry and Dundee coach Marc LeFebvre and BBC commentator Seth Bennett has joined us to look at the teams, the players and who they think will win.Coventry Blaze defenceman Alex Forbes also joins us to take us into the Blaze camp in Nottingham ahead of Saturday's opener

EIHA director Andrew Miller joined us for a special podcast to discuss the forthcoming AGM including the vote to merge with Ice Hockey UK, including Scottish Ice Hockey and address claims made ahead of the vote. WARNING: Due to technical issues, we apologise for the standard of recording, but hope it doesn't affect your listening of the points made in the podcast

In this special podcast, British Ice Hockey senior reporter Craig Anderson talks to Paul Ragan and Clifton Wrottesley to discuss the EIHC and their plans as the vote on unification looms

Marc LeFebvre is the first to join us in a new series of interviews with players and coaches who have left an impression on fans of British Ice Hockey. In this edition of 'Icons', Marc looks back on his career and experiences with Sheffield Steelers, Coventry Blaze, Edinburgh Capitals and Dundee Stars. PHOTO: Dean Woolley

Another fun packed show awaits in the latest edition of The BIH Show, rounding up the week's events and some fun stuff to keep you going. Joining host Craig Anderson this week: Sheffield Steelers coach Aaron Fox joins us for The Big Interview to discuss the mad day of activity at his club and how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected his summer Fresh from committing himself to another season with Leeds Chiefs, netminder Sam Gospel tells us all about his Team-Mates There's another PuckMaster double header as BBC ice hockey commentator Seth Bennett and Glasgow Clan's Craig Peacock have a go to see what they know about the sport Another busy week of news and signings rounded up in two handy segments

We're at episode 9 of The BIH Show is now available to download with some good stuff to catch up with this week. Joining Craig Anderson on this week's show are: Former Nottingham Panthers and Braehead Clan forward Jade Galbraith discusses his experience of life in the UK in The Big Interview We take Team Mates to Fife, where Flyers forward Jordan Buesa reveals all about the characters in the Kirkcaldy locker room A year after his retirement, Belfast Giants legend Colin Shields reveals his Dream First Line All the signings and news rounded up across the leagues up and down the country Subscribe, download and listen today!

Episode 8 of The BIH Show is now available to download as another interesting week draws to a close. Joining Craig Anderson on this week's show are: Cardiff Devils managing director Todd Kelman on life after Andrew Lord as he gets ready to begin the process of replacing him Dundee Stars forward Jordan Cownie reveals all about his Team Mates Another double PuckMaster as Belfast Giants forward Ciaran Long and The Cat's Whiskers host Jono Bullard have a go at testing their ice hockey knowledge All the signings and news rounded up across the leagues up and down the country

In this exclusive interview with British Ice Hockey, Greenville Swap Rabbits president Todd Mackin explains why Cardiff Devils coach Andrew Lord was the man for him, after Cardiff's successful boss left the club after seven years

Another week passes by and we have more fantastic things to look forward to in this episode. Dundee Stars GM and coach Omar Pacha explains what it's like to prepare for a season we can't see yet Coventry Blaze forward Ross Venus reveals his Dream First Line Cardiff Devils forward Sam Duggan and Sheffield Steelers fan Scott Antcliffe both have a go at PuckMaster We reveal the winner of the Blindside Trading Card competition from last week PHOTOS: Derek Black, Scott Wiggins and Cardiff Devils

Episode 6 of The BIH Show is here, with more for you to enjoy. On this week's show:   Manchester Storm fan and steward Dave Fairweather tells us all about his long walks for mental health  Swindon Wildcats defence man Tyler Plews takes us into the locker room and digs the dirt on his Team Mates. FreeSports broadcaster Aaron Murphy answers the questions for a change when he has a go at PuckMaster We have an exclusive giveaway, courtesy of our friends at Blindside Trading Cards Company Plus we round up the latest news around ice hockey in the UK including reaction to Cardiff Devils' draw in the Champions Hockey League The BIH Show is available to subscribe and download on all major podcast (https://www.britishicehockey.co.uk/podcast/) providers so don’t miss out.

It's here! Another episode of The BIH Show is with you as we bring a different look at life in UK ice hockey.   Carlo Finucci of Fife Flyers steps up and takes on PuckMaster Milton Keynes Lightning's Grant McPherson delivers an excellent Dream First Line Former Coventry Blaze and Dundee Stars coach Marc LeFebvre joins us to reflect on his career in the UK Plus we round up the latest news around ice hockey in the UK The BIH Show is available to subscribe and download on all major podcast (https://www.britishicehockey.co.uk/podcast/) providers so don’t miss out.

On this week's edition of The BIH Show, we've got two big interviews and another contestant for PuckMaster in another packed show. GB Women's captain Saffron Allen gives us the view from the women's game and the future during the coronavirus pandemic Manchester Storm's Zach Sullivan tries his luck on PuckMaster Olympic badminton silver medallist Gail Emms discusses her love of Milton Keynes Lightning Subscribe, download and listen to The BIH Show every week for a different look at ice hockey in the UK. For any contestants of PuckMaster, get in touch through BIH social media channels or email craig.anderson@britishicehockey.co.uk to register interest

On episode 1 of The BIH Show, we spoke to Ben Davies, who relived the 2019 World Championship clash between Great Britain and France and he talked at length about the huge part he played to maintain GB's survival at the top table (PHOTO: Dean Woolley; With thanks to Ice Hockey UK for commentary)

We launch our new quiz, PuckMaster and first up to try it out is Nottingham Panthers and GB forward Robert Lachowicz, testing his hockey knowledge. Glasgow Clan's Matt Haywood tells us about his Team-Mates and revealing a story about shortbread. Plus Telford Tigers coach Tom Watkins joins us to reflect on a successful season for his team, winning two trophies and whether a move to the Elite League would interesting him. PHOTOS: Panthers Images, Steve Brodie, Al Goold

Episode 2 of The BIH Show is here and it's another special edition of the new podcast from British Ice Hockey. Nottingham Panthers Director of Hockey Guillaume Doucet talks to us about the aborted trip to Belfast and his reflections after his first year off the ice Sheffield Steelers D-man Ben O'Connor reveals all about his Team-Mates Retired Peterborough Phantoms captain James Ferrara tells us about his Dream First Line We round up the latest news from up and down the country Plus don't miss an exclusive Cross Check Clothing giveaway PHOTOS: Al Goold, Dean Woolley, Peterborough Phantoms

Welcome to the first ever edition of The BIH Show as we bring you something different from the world of British Ice Hockey. Cardiff Devils' Mark Richardson looks back on the season shutdown and the campaign that was for his team Fife Flyers forward Bari McKenzie reveals his dream first line of players he's played with or against Belfast Giants defenceman Paul Swindlehurst talks Team Mates and digs the dirt from the locker room GB forward Ben Davies joins us to look back in depth at his big moment against France in last year's World Championships Subscribe to us and be among the first to download the latest edition in your device Check British Ice Hockey on www.britishicehockey.co.uk, like the British Ice Hockey Facebook page or follow us on Twitter @BritIceHockey Thank you for listening

Ben and Craig, for one last time this season, return with this week's British Ice Hockey Podcast. On this week's show, we joined by Elite League Chairman Tony Smith, and by Telford Tigers Head Coach Tom Watkins. (PHOTO: Motorpoint Arena) Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

Following Friday's news that the Elite League season is to be cut short due to Coronavirus, Ben and Craig return with this week's edition of the British Ice Hockey Podcast.  On the show this week, we're joined by Glasgow Clan Head Coach Zak Fitzgerald and Coventry Blaze Goaltender CJ Motte. In addition, we also hear from Telford Tigers' Brendon Whistle on his side's victory in the National Cup. And we preview next week's Scottish Cup Final between Paisley Pirates and Murrayfield Racers. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns this week with a bumper Challenge Cup preview, as we're joined by Sheffield Steelers Head Coach Aaron Fox, Cardiff Devils' Forward Blair Riley, Broadcaster Aaron Murphy, and former Sheffield and Cardiff Forward Phil Hill. On the show this week, we also discuss this weekend's crucial playoff chasing match in the National Division of the NIHL, as we hear from the Head Coaches at the Bracknell Bees and The Raiders.  And we're joined by by Whitley Warriors Captain Dean Holland, following Whitley's securing of the North 1 League Title. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

The podcast dedicated to British Ice Hockey returns this week, as we preview some of this weekend's big matches across the sport. On the show this week, we also discuss this weekend's NIHL match between Peterborough and Telford as we're joined by both Head Coaches.  We also discuss the race in South 1 with Chelmsford Chieftains Head Coach Joe Wilson. And we talk about the game north of the border, as we're joined by Murrayfield Racers North Cup winner Callum Boyd, and by Head of Coaching Development at the SIHA Steven Lynch. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO:  Ian Coyle)

The British Ice Hockey Podcast is back, as we take a look at the various title races across the British game. On the show this week, we're joined by Cardiff Devils defenceman Evan Mosey and by Coventry Blaze Head Coach Danny Stewart. We also discuss the title races in the NIHL and SNL as we're joined by the Head Coaches at the Solent Devils, Solway Sharks and the Hull Jets. We talk the race up at the top of the WNIHL as well with the Queen Bees and the Solihull Vixens. And following their success in the Midland Cup over the weekend, we're also joined by Solihull Barons Chairman Andy Gordon. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO:  Helen Brabon)

The podcast dedicated to British Ice Hockey returns this week with a preview for this weekend's crucial matches in League and Cups. On the show this week, following a three point weekend and the midweek Directors Q&A at the Fife Flyers, we catch up with Editor of the Fife Free Press Allan Crow. We also discuss the race for the Playoffs in the Elite Ice Hockey League as we're joined by Manchester Storm Head Coach Ryan Finnerty, and  And we preview this weekend's Midland and South Cup Finals as we're joined by EIHA Media Manager Craig Simpson, and by Streatham Head Coach Adam Carr. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Flyers Images)

The British Ice Hockey podcast returns with a preview for this weekend's internationals for Great Britain, as we're joined by Head Coach Pete Russell. On the show this week, we also talk the race for the Playoffs with Fife Free Press Editor Allan Crow, and Elite League Media Manager Luke Fisher. And we also hear from the Head Coaches at the Sheffield Steeldogs and the Basingstoke Bison on particular good weekends for both sides in the NIHL. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Dean Woolley)

The British Ice Hockey podcast is back this week with a preview for this weekend's big matches in the Elite League and the NIHL. On the show this week, we also talk the Challenge Cup with Cardiff Devils Head Coach Andrew Lord, and following a momentous week for him personally, we also catch up with Storm Defenceman Zach Sullivan. In addition, we discuss the opening of Leeds Chiefs' new home with Yorkshire Evening Post Journalist Phil Harrison, and the race up at the top of the NIHL with Swindon Wildcats GM Steve Nell. And we discuss the upcoming South Cup with Invicta Dynamos' Head Coach Anthony Leone, and we conclude our preview of the North Cup as we're joined by Tony Hand from the Murrayfield Racers. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Mark Ferriss)

The Podcast dedicated to British Ice Hockey returns this week, as we look ahead to Pride Weekend. On the show this week, we're joined by Elite League Media Manager Luke Fisher and Dundee Winger Matt Marquardt. We also talk Dundee Stars' and the Playoff Race with Head Coach Omar Pacha, as well as the National Division of the NIHL with Jason Hewitt at Hull Pirates and Peterborough Phantoms Head Coach Slava Koulikov.  And we begin our preview of next month's North Cup Final, as we hear from Whitley Warriors Captain Dean Holland. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: David Williams)

The BIH Podcast returns this week, as we look ahead to a big weekend of fixtures. On the show this week, we're joined by BBC Radio Sheffields' Peter Spencer to discuss Sheffield Steelers' upcoming matches with Cardiff and Belfast.  We also talk Manchester v Fife, as we hear from Storm Head Coach Ryan Finnerty, and from Fife Free Press Editor Allan Crow  We also talk the NIHL this week, as we're joined by Telford Tigers Head Coach Tom Watkins. And we discuss a great World Championships for the Great Britain Under 20's, with Head Coach Martin Grubb. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Scott Wiggins)

The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns as Ben and Craig preview some of this weekend's big matches in the Elite League and the National Ice Hockey League. On this week's show, we also look ahead to Nottingham Panthers trip to Denmark for the Continental Cup, as we're joined by Panthers Legend David Clarke and by Sønderjyske forward Frederik Bjerrum. In addition, we also catch up with Sheffield Steelers Head Coach Aaron Fox, as well as Cardiff Devils Forward Blair Riley. And we hear from Ayr Bruins Chairman Eric Young on the ongoing fight for a new rink in the town. You can sign Ayr Bruins new rink petition at...  https://www.change.org/p/south-ayrshire-council-get-ayr-a-new-ice-rink Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

Happy New Year! Ben and Craig return for the first show of 2020, with a results round-up from a busy Christmas period in the Elite and National Ice Hockey Leagues. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

In the final British Ice Hockey Podcast of 2019, we look ahead to a very busy festive period for the sport. On this week's show we're joined by the Head Coaches of Coventry Blaze, the Raiders, and Streatham. And we hear from Ice Hockey UK's Chris Ellis to discuss the upcoming Under 20's World Championships, and the coverage being provided by Freesports. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Scott Wiggins)

The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns this week, with a look back at Wednesday's Challenge Cup Quarter Final encounters, as well as to look ahead to this weekend's matches in the Elite League. On this week's show we also focus on the NIHL as we're joined by the Head Coaches at Milton Keynes Lightning, Leeds Chiefs and the Altrincham Aces. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Tony Sargent)

The BIH Podcast returns this week with a look back at a busy week in British Ice Hockey. On the show this week we're joined by Great Britain Head Coach Peter Russell to discuss 2020 for the national team.  We also talk the NIHL this week as we're joined by Sheffield Steeldogs Head Coach Ben Morgan. And we discuss the upcoming Stuart Robertson Cup Final in the SNL as we hear from Murrayfield Racers Director Tony Hand and Dundee Comets Head Coach John Dolan. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Dean Woolley)

The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns this week with a look ahead to this weekend's big matches. On this week's show we're joined by the Head Coaches at the Glasgow Clan and Basingstoke Bison. And we also hear from the Blackburn Hawks and Sutton Sting on their ongoing efforts to help develop the junior game. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

As we head towards December, The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns this week with a look ahead to this weekend's big matches. On this week's show we're joined by the Head Coaches at the Sheffield Steelers and the Cardiff Devils. We also hear from Hull Pirates Player Head Coach Jason Hewitt on a particularly good weekend on the rink in the National Ice Hockey League. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: Hull Daily Mail)

The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns with a look back at last weekend's results in The Elite League and Continental Cup. On this week's show we're also joined by Belfast Giants' Head Coach Adam Keefe, and by Solway Sharks Head Coach Martin Grubb. In addition, we're also joined by Andy French, Secretary General of Ice Hockey UK to discuss the announced international with Canada later in the season Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild Photo courtesy of Dean Woolley

The British Ice Hockey Podcast returns this week with a look ahead to this weekend's matches in The Elite League and Continental Cup. On this week's show we're joined by Nottingham Panthers' Head Coach Tim Wallace, ahead of his sides trip to Denmark this weekend. We also hear from Great Britain Women's Head Coach Cheryl Smith, Ryan Finnerty from the Manchester Storm, and Coventry Blaze Head Coach Danny Stewart. We also discuss the National Division this week, as we hear from Slava Koulikov, Head Coach of the Peterborough Phantoms. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild (PHOTO: John Uwins)

The British Ice Hockey Podcast is back this week with a preview for this weekend's matches in The Elite League. On this week's show we also discuss the National Division, as we hear from Lewis Clifford, Head Coach of the Milton Keynes Lightning, as well as from North 2's Andy Brown, Head Coach of the Bradford Bulldogs. In addition, we also talk the Women's game, as we're joined by Solihull Vixens and Great Britain's Saffron Allen, and we discuss potential London expansion of the Kontinental Hockey League with Journalist Paul Newman. Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild

The British Ice Hockey Podcast is back this week as we look ahead to this weekend's crucial matches. On this week's show, we're joined by Guildford Flames Head Coach Paul Dixon to discuss The Challenge Cup and the Elite League. We also discuss the National Division, as we catch up with Steve Nell, General Manager at the Swindon Wildcats, as well as with Telford Tigers Head Coach Tom Watkins. In addition, we also talk the Women's game, as we're joined by Guildford Lightning Coaches Michael Krogh and Miloš Melicherík, as well as by Queen Bees Forward Rachel Cartwright.   Music by Hard Luck Child http://www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild