Category: Raiders

Brown Released

Romford Raiders can confirm the release of goaltender #30 Thomas Brown.

Raiders management would like to thank Thomas for his time and effort and wish him the very best for the future.

Solway & Telford Away Weekend

Solway – Telford Away Weekend – 26th & 27th October

The hotel have advised us that they need to release the rooms we have booked after this weekend. If you want to book then deadline will be Sunday night.

We have 2 away weekend trips this year, the first being Solway and then Telford on the weekend of the 26th and 27th October

The club will be running trips to both of these, coach and hotel staying at the Cairndale Hotel in Dumfries (same as the players).

Details for the October trip is as follows-

Cost will be:

  • Twin room (2 sharing) breakfast & return coach Β£139.99
  • Single room breakfast & return coach Β£179.99

(Spa available on request at extra cost)

Please note these do NOT include match tickets.

To secure your place the hotel is asking for a Deposit of Β£50 per PERSON with balance payable by Monday 21/10

If you would like to book could you please email events@romfordraiders.co.uk

We anticipate following the success of last years away weekend this being sold out quite quickly so would suggest early booking.

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Department Of Player Safety (DOPS)

What is DOPS?
The Department of Player Safety (DOPS) is an independent body overseen by the EIH that manages disciplinary matters within the National Ice Hockey League (NIHL). The Game Review Panel reviews on-ice incidents and applies further penalties if necessary, with a focus on player safety.


What does the Game Review Panel do?
The Game Review Panel automatically reviews all five-minute major penalties. Their role is to assess whether the penalty given during the game was sufficient or if further action is required. If further action is necessary, the case is escalated to the DOPS panel for review.


Who are the Game Review Panel members?
The Game Review Panel is composed of two experienced, retired referees who have officiated at the highest level in British ice hockey:

  • Dave Cloutman
  • Matt Thompson

What types of penalties are reviewed by the Game Review Panel?
Game Review Panel reviews serious penalties, including:

  • All five-minute major penalties.
  • Game Misconduct penalties.
  • Checking to the Head, Checking from Behind or Boarding.
  • Major and Game Misconduct penalties

How does the review process work?
Game footage must be uploaded to the official Instat / Hudl platform by 11 PM on the day of the game. Ideally, footage of the first two periods should be uploaded during intermissions, and the final period immediately after the game. The Game Review Panel only uses official footage for reviewsβ€”social media or fan videos are not accepted.

What happens if the Game Review Panel decides further action is necessary?
If the Game Review Panel determines that additional disciplinary action is required, DOPS and the affected teams are notified promptly. For penalties in Saturday games, decisions are communicated by 12 noon on Sunday, allowing teams to prepare accordingly for their next game.

What if game footage isn’t uploaded on time?
If footage for a Saturday game isn’t uploaded by 11 PM on Saturday:

  • The home team player who received the penalty will be ineligible to play until the footage is uploaded.
  • The away team player can continue playing until the footage is provided by the home team.

Can teams appeal a suspension issued by DOPS?
Yes, teams can appeal Tariff 2 or suspensions. An appeal fee must be submitted, which is refunded if the appeal is successful. Tariff 1 suspensions cannot be appealed, as agreed by all NIHL teams to avoid delays and unnecessary costs.

How are fans kept informed?
When suspensions are issued following Friday or Saturday games, the details will be posted the next day on:

  • The NIHL website
  • The NIHL Social Media mediums
  • EIH website