IDP Coventry NIHL Blaze are pleased to welcome back 31-year-old utility player, Ryan James, for the 2025/26 season.

James, who returns for his seventh season, registered 15 points (4 goals, 11 assists), and 6 penalty-minutes in 29 appearances for the NIHL Blaze last season.

On re-signing for the NIHL Blaze James said…

“I am looking forward to the upcoming season, with the end goal of lifting some silverware.”

“With our core players returning and some new faces in the team, Sean is currently pulling together a strong competitive team which should get us to our end goal.”

“See you all at the SkyDome for our first home fixture.”

NIHL Blaze Head Coach, Sean Alderson said…

“I am pleased to see ‘Snowie’ returning for another season, he brings a lot of experience to the dressing room and has shown great adaptability in recent season, playing both as a forward or in defence depending on the team’s needs.”

“Last season he also recorded his best points total in a NIHL Blaze jersey.”

James’s Own & Loan jerseys are now available to order for £60 each.

Individual player sponsorship packages are also available.

To secure your chosen jersey (please specify home or away) and/or enquire about an individual player sponsorship please email either: steve_d_brookes@yahoo.com or cheryl_brookes@yahoo.co.uk