Sun 24 Aug 2025 - 11:00AM

OVER 6,000 FOR OPENING DAY OF PRE-SEASON!

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There were over 6,000 people in the Motorpoint Arena as Nottingham Panthers began the pre-season campaign with a come-from-behind 5-4 victory over Concordia Stingers.

Panthers scored three goals in the final four minutes to win the GM the GM Memorial Trophy as the #PanthersNation got their first taste of the 2025-26 roster.

Thank you for your amazing support last night. The noise was insane and was noticed by the players, especially the new ones who all commented on it post-game.

British forwards Austin Osborn and Dawson Osborn became the first twins to represent the Panthers, while there were also debuts for British defenceman Milique Martelly and 17-year-old Nottinghamshire-born Alex Rushby.

New signings Ross Armour, Jarod Hilderman, Bryan Lemos, Chase Pearson, David Noël and Finlay Ulrick also played for the Panthers for the first time.

British netminder Luca Sheldon got minutes on the ice as he replaced Jason Grande, who had cramps, midway through the third period.

Next up: Amiens on Sunday 31st August (16:00)
Panthers are back at home a week on Sunday (31st August) at 16:00 when French top-flight side Amiens visit the Motorpoint Arena.

It's the return of former Panther Kevin Bergin who is now Head Coach of Amiens who also has two former Panthers on his roster in Sean Richards and Jakub Izacky.

Family Tickets are available for this game offering big savings compared to standard admission. Please select Block 8 or Block 12 to purchase your Family Tickets.

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