Callum Burnett Steps Up to Raiders for 2025/26 Season

The Raiders are excited to announce defenceman Callum Burnett will be making the step up from the Romford Buccaneers to join the Raiders roster for the 2025/26 season.

A familiar face to Romford hockey, Callum made a significant impact with the Buccaneers during the latter part of last season. Now, he returns to the Gold and Blue with renewed energy and ambition, ready to make his mark at the National League level.

Callum began his junior hockey career as a Slough Jet, and while his senior career has seen brief spells with Chelmsford, Streatham, and Invicta. He has spent the majority of his careerproudly wearing Gold and Blue, making 137 appearances in all competitions for the Raiders.

Commenting on his return to the Raiders, Callum said:

“I’m very happy about coming back to the Raiders and putting the jersey back on! After some time away, it will be a good feeling playing again in front of the Gold and Blue Army. I’m looking forward to what the season has in store for us as a team and how I can be a part of it again.”

Head Coach Jason Buckman also shared his thoughts on the addition:

“It’s great to have Callum back in the Raiders lineup. A few seasons in NIHL1 have really helped Callum grow his game, and with National League experience already under his belt—and still only 24—I think he can slot perfectly back into the team and be a solid defenceman.”

The Raiders welcome Callum back with open arms and look forward to seeing him back on the ice, contributing to what promises to be an exciting season ahead.

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