Dowd: ‘Awesome’ to play against such a talented side
Forward Robert Dowd says it was an “awesome experience” to run one of the best teams in the world close, as Great Britain put up a massive fight before losing 6-3 to USA at the World Championship.
Perlini: We can compete at this level
Forward Brett Perlini says Great Britain’s performance in their 6-3 defeat by USA at the World Championship shows they can compete at the top level.
USA 6-3 Great Britain
Great Britain produced a memorable performance against the USA before eventually losing 6-3 in their fourth game at the World Championship in Kosice. GB, ranked Read More
Myers: Put Denmark result behind us quickly
Great Britain forward Matthew Myers says the team need to put yesterday’s heavy defeat by Denmark behind them quickly as they return straight back to World Championship action this afternoon against the USA.
Great Britain 0-9 Denmark
Great Britain suffered their heaviest defeat of their 2019 IIHF World Championships campaign this afternoon, with a 9-0 loss at the hands of Denmark.
Dave Phillips wins 75th cap
Defenceman Dave Phillips wins his 75th cap this afternoon as Great Britain face Denmark in their third game at the World Championship in Kosice.
The Sheffield Steelers blueliner received his cap ahead of the game in the dressing from Ice Hockey UK general secretary Andy French and GB general manager Andy Buxton made a short speech.
The Sheffield Steelers blueliner received his cap ahead of the game in the dressing from Ice Hockey UK general secretary Andy French and GB general manager Andy Buxton made a short speech.
From IIHF.com: Ben Bowns Backstops Brits
It was a historic weekend for British hockey. For the first time in a quarter century, Team GB is in the top group of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship. On Saturday night, they stayed with Germany almost right till the end, losing 3-1. Sunday night against Canada wasn’t quite as close, but they didn’t get embarrassed either, falling 8-0.
Phillips: GB must stay focused
Great Britain captain Jonathan Phillips says it is important that the side stay focused with five matches remaining in this year’s World Championship in Slovakia.
Davies: GB in a positive frame of mind
Forward Ben Davies says the frame of mind is positive as Great Britain get ready for their third game at the World Championship in Slovakia.
After no game at the tournament today, GB return to action tomorrow when they face Denmark at 4:15pm (3:15pm UK) in the Steel Arena.
After no game at the tournament today, GB return to action tomorrow when they face Denmark at 4:15pm (3:15pm UK) in the Steel Arena.
Great Britain 0-8 Canada
Great Britain were beaten 8-0 by the world’s top seeds Canada in their second game at the World Championship in Slovakia.
Ben Bowns produced some world-class saves throughout the game, but Canada secured their first win of the tournament following their opening-day loss to Finland.
Ben Bowns produced some world-class saves throughout the game, but Canada secured their first win of the tournament following their opening-day loss to Finland.