Category: Raiders

Ayliffe Signs Up

The Romford Raiders are delighted to announce the re-signing of Brandon Ayliffe for the 24/25 Season.

Joining the club in 2018, Brandon holds the club record for the highest number of consecutive appearances… 319 and counting! Last season, Brandon put up 34 points for the Raiders in his 64 games played, pushing his total to 212 points (91 goals and 121 assists) across his six year tenure and 5 ironman seasons.

Brandon is easily recognised on the ice; his pace is unmatched and his drive to succeed is evident in all games. Developing his skills at National Level, Brandon is a fierce threat to the opposition and we are sure our fans will be delighted to see him in the Gold & Blue again this year.

“I am pleased to be back in Romford for another year. I’ve been talking to Adam throughout the summer about the upcoming season about the ideas he and the new owners have for the Club. I’m excited by the new plan of action; The club has a great future ahead and I can’t wait to be a part of it!”

Message From The Management

Dear Romford Raiders Volunteers,

We wanted to bring you up to date and give you all some insights on where we are at the moment as we appreciate some of you have not yet had the opportunity to meet the new ownership team.

We were approached by John Scott just over a month ago with a view to taking over the club. At that time, we had no coach, no captain, no players signed and a somewhat uncertain future. Many other clubs had already filled their rosters before we even started.

The team of volunteers who’ve been working hard to keep the club on ice so far includes Alan White, Paul Windebank, Al Gerrie, Paul Davies, Sean Barry, Brendan Cowley, Andy Pearson, Dave Leach, Matt Scott, Louise Capps, Graham Ford, Mel Treagust, Maria Woolmore, Terri Shaw, John Hattam, Tara O’Connor, Dawn O’Connor- but we need more people to deliver our ambitious plans.

We also want to apologise for not having have chance to speak to all of you yet.

We are still working through a huge to do list, and we want to share our plans for the club with the volunteers who wish to help us in 2024/25 and beyond so we’d like to meet this Monday night 24th June upstairs at The Sapphire at 7.30pm. Please note this is a volunteers forum, we will do a general fans forum at a later date. So please attend if you want to help the club in some kind of capacity and are willing to give up some time for the club.

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to put together a competitive roster, that wouldn’t be possible without the help of our new Player Coach Adam Laishram.

As we reflect on the incredible support you’ve provided to the Romford Raiders over the past few years, we are all extremely grateful. Your dedication, hard work, and passion have been the backbone of our club, ensuring every game, social event, and practice runs smoothly. You’ve not just contributed your time but have become an integral part of our Raiders family, making a lasting impact on both players and fans alike.

As we look forward to the 2024/25 season, we know the challenges and excitement it will bring. Once again, we turn to you, our invaluable volunteers, and appeal for your continued support. Your help is crucial in maintaining the high standards and vibrant spirit of our club. Whether it’s assisting with events, helping out on game days, or supporting our community initiatives, the juniors or the Buccaneers, every bit of your time and effort counts.

Given the late stage we rejoined the league, we’ve been doing the best we can to put a strong business plan in place and provide the foundation for success in the coming years. Not just for the Raiders but at all levels including the juniors.

We can’t do it without your help.

To those of you that have already approached us: Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication. To the ones we haven’t yet spoken with, we want your support.

Together, let’s make the upcoming season one of our best yet! COYR.

Warm regards,

The Romford Raiders Management Team

Relf Returns

Tom Relf becomes the third signing under Adam Laishram for the upcoming 24/25 season.


Relf has featured for the Raiders for the last three years and is a fan favourite for many reasons. The club is thrilled to have Tom back on the roster.

Tom picked up a total of 29 points last season in a all 59 games he played in, he picked up 28 assists and a solitary goal. He cleary has an eye for a pass and hopefull he will be adding to that tally this season.

Relf is a strong, well-rounded defenseman who has progressed into a top British D-Man in this league. His ability to carry the puck out from the back has been pivotal for many seasons now, and the fans love his passion for the game and the team.

Tom is not afraid to put his body on the line to protect his netminder and will help his team in any way to make sure the Raiders come out on top.

Tom Relf had this to say
“I’m excited to be back with the Raiders for another season. The club is moving in a positive direction and I’m excited to be a part of its growth moving forward. The team is shaping up to be competitive and we are all excited to play in front of the passionate Raiders fans at the Sapphire!”

Tjay Is Back

The Raiders are pleased to announce that Tjay Anderson has signed a new deal with the newly rebranded Romford Raiders ahead of the 24/25 season.

Tjay has developed his talent through the Romford Junior system and has become a key player for the Raiders.

Following the signing of player/coach Adam Laishram, it was clear that Tjay would return to the gold and blue army, having built strong chemistry on the top line together.

Tjay had a breakout season at the National level, reaching 52 points in 62 appearances, scoring 29 goals, including a few hat tricks, and assisting 23. He also featured for the Buccaneers last season, where he scored 9 goals in just 4 games.

Tjay is a great addition to the Raiders as he is a young player with huge potential and an abundance of skills, poised to become a standout player in this league. He first broke onto the scene for the Raiders in the 22/23 playoff semifinals at Coventry against the Sheffield Steeldogs, where he scored 2 fantastic goals to help his side reach the final. This performance allowed him to gain the confidence to showcase his talent, which he did throughout this season.

Here We Go!

Former Memorial Cup winner Laishram announced as Player/Coach

Romford Ice Hockey Club are thrilled to announce that Adam Laishram, the former Memorial Cup winner and last season’s top point scorer, will be joining the team as Player/Coach for the 2024/25 season.

The 27-year-old racked up a team leading 105 points in 57 appearances (53 goals, 52 assists) for the club last season and iced as injury cover during the 2022-23 season on 12 occasions, picking up 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists).

In season 2021/22, Laishram iced for Milton Keynes Lightning where he made 61 appearances, scoring 21 goals and 31 assists for 52 points.

Prior to arriving in England, the centreman played in USports in Canada for St. Francis Xavier University where in three seasons he made 77 appearances, scoring 18 goals and 15 assists for 33 points.

Laishram also played his junior career in Ontario, playing AAA at Whitby Wildcats before progressing to OHL where in four seasons playing for Belleville Bulls, Hamilton Bulldogs and Windsor Spitfires, scored 38 goals and 56 assists for 94 points in 240 appearances.

One of his biggest milestones was winning the Memorial Cup with Windsor Spitfires.

As our new Player/Coach, Laishram will bring his extensive experience and leadership to both the locker room and the ice.

“We are beyond excited to have Adam Laishram take on this new challenge with our new look club,” a club spokesman said. “His track record speaks for itself, and his ability to excel both as a player and a leader makes him the perfect fit for this role.”

“We’re confident that his contributions will elevate our team’s performance and foster a winning culture.”

Adam Laishram shared his enthusiasm about the new opportunity: “I am honoured to take on the role of Player/Coach for Romford. Having witnessed the passion and emotion from the fans after getting the name back during last year’s playoffs, I knew I wanted to be a part of the group helping keep national league hockey in Romford. This is an exciting time for hockey in Romford, this team has great potential and I am motivated to contribute both on and off the ice. I look forward to working with the coaching staff and my teammates to achieve our goals this season.”

With season ticket information due to be shared shortly, Laishram was keen to get the message across to the fans that they will once again play a big part this season “It will great to get back to The Sapphire and play in front of what the team believes are the best fans in the league. We need you fans to make it a loud and difficult place for visiting teams to come play in, as many opposing players already admit. With our late start to recruitment, we will need your support more than ever before, but as one we can achieve our goals.”