Author: Graham Ford

Pink The Rink 2025 – Own & Loan

If you would like to get your hands on one of these game-worn pink jerseys please read on!

The cost to own & loan the jersey will be £100 and payment will be required within 24 hours. You will have your name or dedication printed on the back of the jersey and will keep the shirt at the end of the season. Please complete this form https://forms.gle/3CmfsGFhweqGXQb26 from 7:30pm and select your 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice of player. 

Please note, any requests completed before 7:30pm tonight will be disregarded. They will be offered on a first come, first served basis for the following jersey’s: 

  • Tyler Nixon
  • Thomas Relf
  • Elliot Dewey
  • Marco Pascale
  • George Norcliffe
  • Reed Morrison
  • Jake Sylvester
  • Owen Rider
  • Ashley Jackson
  • Andrew Shewfelt
  • Shaun Miller
  • TJay Anderson
  • Tom Palmer
  • Tommy Huggett

Pink the Rink

On Sunday 9th March we will be holding our ‘Pink the Rink’ game (vs. Milton Keynes Lightning) in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

With Macmillan Cancer Support being a charity close to the hearts of our players and their families, some of the team have sponsored their own jersey’s in support. We are excited to offer our fans the chance to ‘Own & Loan’ a game-worn pink Raiders jersey (with your name or dedication printed on the shirt) for all remaining players jersey’s tonight!

At 7pm, we will share all information you need, with a list of available jersey’s and a link to the form to complete (from 7:30pm).

Shirt design is subject to small changes.

Planet Ice NIHL National Division Finals Weekend 24/25

Tickets Go On Sale Tuesday 4th February 2025!

The season is reaching its exciting finale, and we’re thrilled to announce that tickets for the
Planet Ice NIHL Finals Weekend will go on sale next week. The event will take place at
Coventry Skydome Arena, so mark your calendars for Saturday, April 19th, and Sunday, April
20th, 2025 where Peterborough Phantoms will look to defend their Play Off crown.
We’re eagerly anticipating a vibrant atmosphere and great attendance for this year’s Season
Finale.


Tickets are priced at £75 for adults, £58 for senior citizens, and £40 for children. They will be
on sale from Tuesday, February 4th, 2025.

All tickets will incur a 12% venue-applied booking fee. Tickets can be purchased online, by
phone, or in person at the Coventry Skydome Arena Box Office when they are released for
sale (see table below).

Online: A link will be provided by your club prior to tickets going on sale.
All online ticket purchasers MUST have an up to date “Ice Account” prior to purchasing
tickets.

To ensure your “Ice Account” is up to date or to register please log onto:
https://iceaccount.co.uk/global-events/ and click Sign In / Register to update your details.

Phone: 02476 630 693

Wheelchair positions and all Carer tickets must be purchased directly from the venue, either
by phoning or in person.

Ticket sales will commence following this timetable and block allocation:

Date on SaleTime on SaleTeamBlock(s)
Tuesday 4th February10amSolway1
10amRaiders14
2pmHull4
2pmSheffield15
Wednesday 5th February10amTelford5
10amBristol6
2pmSwindon11 & 12
2pmBees13
Thursday 6th February10amPeterborough9
10amBison10
2pmLeeds7 & 8
Friday 7th February10amMilton Keynes2 & 3
2pmAllStanding Tickets

The NIHL Final Four will feature four games across the weekend. On Saturday, April 19th,
arena doors open at 12 noon, with our semi-finals at 1:30pm and 5:30pm. On Sunday, April
20th, the action begins in the morning with the NIHL Division 1’s Moralee & Britton league
champions squaring off to find the country’s top NIHL1 team, followed by the NIHL National
Grand Final at 4pm.


It’s already been an exciting season, and we are looking forward to a great final weekend of
NIHL hockey once more in Coventry. Grab your tickets early to avoid missing out!

Cup Final Tickets On Sale Now

Romford is buzzing with anticipation as the Raiders prepare to take on the mighty Leeds Knights in the Cup Final—a clash that promises to be the most electrifying ice hockey event the town has seen in over two decades.
The first leg of the cup final will be contested on home ice at the Sapphire Ice & Leisure Centre in Romford, with the second leg just 24 hours later in Leeds.

Cup Final First Leg
ROMFORD vs LEEDS Saturday 15.02.2025, face off 5.15pm
HOME Tickets available NOW
https://tinyurl.com/RaidersCupFinal

Note Season Ticket holders – season tickets are not valid for the cup final but your seats are safe. All season ticket holders have their seats guaranteed.

Cup Final Second Leg
LEEDS vs ROMFORD Sunday 16.02.2025, face off 5.15pm

AWAY Tickets available NOW
https://iceaccount.co.uk/leeds-knights/event/?event_id=7289

AWAY COACH £15: https://romfordraiders.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/away_coach_ticket_romford_raiders_ice_hockey_vs_leeds_knights_sunday_16022024_1045am_departure

We will run extra coaches to this event if there is demand but book early to avoid disappointment.

After a season packed with thrills, spills, and standout performances, both teams are primed for an unforgettable showdown that will see the aggregate winners crowned the Planet Ice National League Cup champions.
Despite being 3 goals down in their recent semi final, Raiders pulled off the shock of the season to come back and win against Milton Keynes Lightning over 2 legs to become the first team to qualify.
The Leeds Knights then booked their place in the final with an exhilarating victory against Sheffield on New Year’s Eve. Starting the tie level on aggregate, the Knights, who initially found themselves trailing 2-0 in the first period, roared back to secure a commanding 5-2 win. Leading the charge was Kieran Brown, whose sensational goal not only turned the tide but underscored his reputation as one of the league’s most dynamic forwards. Brown’s performance was complemented by goals from Finley Bradon, Oli Endicott, Dylan Hehir and a cool-as-ice empty-net finish from Matt Haywood, sealing the deal in style.
For Leeds fans, Brown’s heroics are nothing new. The 23-year-old, who has been a linchpin for the Knights this season, boasts an impressive 45 points in the league so far, making him one of the top scorers. Joining him in the spotlight is Matthew Bisonette, whose silky skills and pinpoint assists have been instrumental in Leeds’ success. On the back end, the Knights’ defensive core, anchored by Finley Bradon and bolstered by the ever-reliable Sam Gospel in net, has been rock solid. Gospel’s ability to shut the door on opponents has earned him a stellar save percentage, while young talents like Mac Howlett and Dylan Hehir have added depth and flair to an already potent roster.

The Raiders, meanwhile, are ready to write their own chapter of history. With a passionate home crowd behind them, Romford’s squad will be looking to capitalise on their underdog status. The Raiders’ journey to the final has been a testament to grit and determination, and their fans have every reason to believe 2025 could be their year.
“This is the biggest match Romford has hosted in 20 years,” said Adam Laishram, Raiders Player Coach. “The team has worked incredibly hard to reach this point, and we’re calling on every fan to pack the arena and make it a night to remember.”
The Cup Final promises a clash of styles: Leeds’ high-octane, offensive firepower versus Romford’s relentless, never-say-die attitude. While the Knights may enter as favourites, the unpredictability of a two legged final leaves the door wide open for the Raiders to spring another surprise.
Fans will remember a nail-biting 2023 Coventry Play Off final which went right down to the wire with Knights coming out on top after Raiders lost by a single goal in an action packed game. Raiders will want to settle that score.
Ticket for the cup finals are on sale NOW at https://tinyurl.com/RaidersCupFinal so fans are encouraged to buy immediately as a complete sell out is expected. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the sport, this is one event you won’t want to miss. Away coach tickets to the Leeds 2nd leg can also be purchased now too.
As the countdown to the final begins, the stakes couldn’t be higher. For Romford, it’s a chance to claim glory and cement their place in local sporting folklore. For Leeds, it’s an opportunity to cap off another remarkable season with some silverware. One thing’s for sure: when these two teams hit the ice, sparks will fly, and history will be made.
Romford and Leeds will postpone their league fixtures accordingly which will now move to Friday 28th Feb 2025.

The Knights now visit Romford on March 14th to replay the league fixture.

COYR!