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Ice hockey – Boyd up for new challenge
Callum Boyd, who has iced for two Elite League clubs, believes he will improve his game under the guidance of much-decorated, Edinburgh-born coach Tony Hand.
And the 24-year-old forward believes there is a big future...
Ice hockey – Hand on ice with his new squad
Tony Hand conducted the first training session for re-born Murrayfield Racers on Tuesday night.
The players were put through a rigorous session by the former Great Britain international.
And they face another session later this week...
Ice hockey – two more join Racers revolution
Two more players have committed to Murrayfield Racers squad, both of them travelling considerable distances to be part of the new ice hockey era.
Kirkcaldy-born defenceman Scott Geddes joins after playing for Dundee Tigers in...
Ice hockey – Racers confirm another sponsor deal
Murrayfield Racers have clinched a sponsorship deal with Lothians-based company, SJS Property Services.
The well-established family owned business will have their logo displayed on their the strips and they will advertise at Murrayfield Ice Rink...
Ice hockey – Cingel gives Tony helping Hand
Martin Cingel has been confirmed as one of the assistant coaches to re-born Racers and the former Slovakian forward is happy to be on board at this exciting time for the sport in Edinburgh.
The...
Ice hockey – business buzz over Racers
Murrayfield Racers bosses say they are “overwhelmed” by the response from the community and local businesses to the prospect of a new ice hockey team in Edinburgh.
Racers open their fixtures later this month with...
Ice hockey – Racers confirm first fixtures
Murrayfield Racers will play their first competitive game on Saturday, August 25 (7pm face-off) and their opening home game will be on Sunday, August 26 (face-off 6pm).
Both games will be against Dundee Comets, last...
Ice hockey – Hand adds Steel to Racers
Murrayfield Racers have confirmed the signing of experienced former Edinburgh Capitals forward Jordan Steel.
The 28-year-old right-wing is considered a prize asset by Racers’ director of hockey, Tony Hand.
The Edinburgh-born player played seven games for...
Ice hockey – Racers host fans forum
Murrayfield Racers, Scotland’s newest ice hockey team, host a fans forum on Sunday.
Tony Hand, the club’s director of hockey, will be there to answer questions.
And he will be accompanied by club directors, Willie Dunn...
Ice hockey – NIHL cup will test us says Hand
Tony Hand has welcomed the fixtures for The National Ice Hockey League (NIHL) North Cup competition which includes Murrayfield Racers.
Racers take their NIHL North Cup bow at Billingham Stars on Sunday, September 9 and...
Ice hockey – Racers clinch sponsorship deal
Newly-formed Edinburgh-based ice hockey side Murrayfield Racers have clinched a sponsorship deal with a leading Scottish company.
Scottish Debt Help provide support and options to individuals and families in debt.
The Glasgow-based company assist clients to...
Ice hockey – top marksman signs for Racers
Joel Gautschi, one of the top point scorers in the Scottish National League (SNL) in recent seasons, has been added to Murrayfield Racers’ fast-growing roster.
The 27-year-old forward believes the opportunity to play for a...
Murrayfield Ice Rink comes out of cold storage
Murrayfield Ice Rink re-opens on Friday (August 3) after a major summer refit.
The outside and inside of the famous arena, which has showcased The Harlem Globetrotters and Britain’s Olympic ice dance gold medallists, Torvill...
Ice hockey – Racers secure two netminders
Murrayfield Racers have made a double swoop for two experienced netminders.
Home-bred talents Craig Mallinson and Mark McGill have been signed by the ambitious club.
Mallinson, an architect, is a former Edinburgh Capitals player and the...
Tickets for Murrayfield Racers go on sale soon
Murrayfield Racers announce their ticket prices Under-16’s and wheelchair users go free
Hand says he is building a team to entertain
Murrayfield Racers will allow every paying adult to bring a child aged under-16 to their home...
Ice hockey – history key to new Racers logo
Murrayfield Racers have gone back to the future for their new logo.
And the logo has been created by a designer who first saw Racers play when he was 11-years-old.
The new logo will appear on...
Ice hockey – world leader backs Racers
Murrayfield Racers have agreed a major sponsorship deal with Bauer Hockey, the world's most recognised designer, marketer and manufacturer of hockey equipment.
Founded in Kitchener, Ontario in 1927, Bauer Hockey developed the first skate with...
Ice hockey – Tony looking for a helping Hand
Scotland’s newest ice hockey club are searching for fresh talent to make a real impact when the puck drops on their inaugural season in September.
Tony Hand, head of coaching and development for Great Britain,...
Ice hockey – ‘we want fans to be proud again’
Murrayfield Racers director Willie Dunn assured fans that they were creating a team they will once again be proud of.
And the long-term aim is to take Murrayfield Racers back to the top level of...
Ice hockey – Boyd first for Racers
Callum Boyd is the first player to be confirmed by new Scottish National League side Murrayfield Racers.
The Ayr-based forward plans to move to the East to play for the team being formed by Murrayfield...
Ice hockey – Hand spells out Racers plans
Tony Hand spelt out what he expects from players who join the new Murrayfield Racers.
The Edinburgh-born ice hockey Hall of Fame member told an informal meeting of players and coaches at Murrayfield Ice Rink...
Ice hockey – key meeting for new-look Racers
Murrayfield Racers legend Tony Hand MBE has invited coaches and players of ice hockey teams based at the Edinburgh rink to a key meeting on Friday.
The much-decorated player, who is in the International Ice...
Ice hockey – Racers in seven-team cup challenge
Murrayfield Racers will play in the National Ice Hockey League (NIHL) Cup from September.
The new team, with Murrayfield Racers legend Tony Hand, who also played for Ayr Scottish Eagles, Sheffield Steelers, Edinburgh Racers and...
Ice hockey – ex-Racers star is Clan guest of honour
Former Murrayfield Racers star Jim Lynch is the guest of honour at Friday's (7.30pm) Elite League clash between Braehead Clan and Fife Flyers.
This is to celebrate 20 years since Lynch coached the Scottish Eagles...
Ice Hockey – Heavey stays as assistant as Grubb takes charge
FORMER Murrayfield Racers defenceman Paul Heavey will continue as assistant as Fife-born Martin Grubb takes on the role of head coach of Great Britain under-20s at this month's World Championship (Division 1B).
Coach Tommy Watkins...
Ice Hockey news – Alex Dampier thanks well-wishers
by Nigel Duncan
MURRAYFIELD Racers legend Alex Dampier, who is in hospital in America to undertake a bone marrow transplant, yesterday sent his thanks to well-wishers.
Many shocked Racers fans have sent best wishes messages on...
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