It’s action all the way this weekend as Manchester Storm get ready for another two big games, criss-crossing the Scottish border in the process.

 

The weekend begins with a trip to Tayside to take on Dundee Stars at Dundee Ice Arena before the team return to the Storm Shelter, where Sheffield Steelers lie in wait to finish off the weekend.

 

We’ll tell you all you need to know about that one in due course, but if you’re keen to see the Dundee game, you still can by taking the trip up or catch the game on the Stars TV webcast.

 

Tickets are available here to purchase and you can find the webcast here, if you’d rather stay in and watch.  Face off on Saturday is at 7pm.

 

NEXT IN THE STORM SHELTER…

Once the trip to Dundee is completed, it’s all back to the Storm Shelter for a Sunday meeting with Sheffield Steelers and a chance to end the weekend in the best possible way.

Aaron Fox and his men will have something to say about that in their first visit to Manchester this season, knowing how the last meeting went between them.

Storm stormed back from 3-0 to take the Challenge Cup tie to overtime, where Steelers won out in the end when the teams meet in September.

It’s a fresh page and a chance to take those points back in the latest chapter of this new season. Face off is at 5:30pm on Sunday.

 

TICKETS/WEBCAST

Tickets are still available for the clash so there’s still time to buy yours at the time of posting.

You can buy yours online at this website or alternatively they can also be purchased by calling 0161 926 8782 or in person at the Planet Ice Altrincham Box Office.

If you can’t make it, not to worry.  You can cheer on the Storm wherever you are with our game night webcast, available to purchase on Manchester Storm TV as we take you through the action.

Tune in and be part of another big night of hockey in Manchester!

 

COACH’S COMMENTS

Storm coach Cameron Critchlow is looking to right the wrong of Saturday’s performance and loss in Guildford as he turns his focus to the weekend.

It’s off to Dundee first as Manchester return to league duty and a fixture that is generally a closely fought affair.

And the coach refuses to look too much into Stars’ league form and knows his players need to be at their best.

“Friday was a strong effort coming from behind in the third period was a good response to see from our team,” he said. “However, Saturday we weren’t very happy with our performance so we’re looking to right that wrong this weekend.

“Dundee is never a easy place to go in and win. They have a big team that impose physicality on their opponents so we will need our best to go into that rink and win.

“We know that their recent results (in the league) don’t reflect how they can play, At the end of the day, we will expect their best and we will need to be sharp for a full 60 minutes.”

 

PLAYER TO WATCH

Kevin Tansey (Sheffield Steelers) – Currently in his third season, Tansey is very much the epitome of a player head coach Aaron Fox can rely on.

A strong and dependable defenceman, with great physicality and good on the puck, the Steelers alternate captain can weigh in with some crucial points when required.

If Storm’s speed can make life difficult for someone as skilled and as composed as Tansey, there could be openings to exploit.

 

PREVIOUS MEETING

Last month, Manchester Storm made the trip to the Utilita Arena for the first meeting of the season between the sided and it became something of a seven-goal thriller

https://youtu.be/JvGQTVmC_2g?si=ljVkgECO11bHG6vf

 

MATCH NIGHT COMPS

 

50/50 DRAW

Why not leave the Storm Shelter as a winner through one of our competitions, taking place throughout the night?

We have our 50/50 draw, where you could go home a little richer.  Tickets are only £1 a go so keep an eye out for our match night sellers, or head to the Storm Support desk located under Block 112.

 

SHIRT OFF THE BACK

Fancy taking home a souvenir of your visit?  What better prize than one of our player’s jerseys to keep and a chance for a photo opportunity with them as you collect your prize post game.  That’s exactly what you can do here.

Tickets are £1 a go so look out for our match night sellers, or head to the Storm Support desk located under Block 112.

Sunday’s jersey is a Challenge Cup blood jersey, signed by all the team and a great prize to pick up for whoever the lucky winner is.

 

CHUCK A PUCK

It’s exactly what it says.  Chuck a foam puck in the direction of Lightning Jack, standing on centre ice and if your puck is the closest, you win a commemorative puck AND a replica jersey of your choice (terms and conditions apply).

You know what to do.  Purchase those pucks (£1 each) and find a great position at the second period break from where you can chuck that puck.  Good luck!

These can be purchased from the Storm Support Match Night Desk located under Block 112.

For any further info about these games – check this information page on the Storm website

 

STORM SUPPORT

Visit the Storm Support desk underneath block 112-113 for information on ‘Own and Loan’ equipment for the 25/26 season.

For more information on own and loans, match night experiences and more, download the Storm Support app and keep an eye on social media.

Our website also offers Own and Loan information.

 

SHOP

Fancy a souvenir from your visit to the Storm Shelter or just adding to an already bulging collection of memorabilia?  Either way, a visit to the Storm Store is a must, with a selection of hoodies, mini car jerseys, mugs, flags and of course jerseys to choose from.

Various jerseys in a range of sizes are available during our open times with the option to personalise as well.

You can visit us at the following opening times:

• Match Nights
• Tuesday and Thursday: 18:00-22:00
• Saturday 8:00AM – 12:00PM

Skate sharpening is also available.

Alternatively, if you’d rather check everything we have online, visit the Storm online shop here.

Don’t forget to purchase a Manchester Storm reusable cup for just £5 in the shop, at the Storm Support Desk, or online. A perfect way to save money, cut waste, and cheer on the Storm tonight in a sustainable way!

Bring your cup to Jack’s Bar and enjoy:

🍺 50p off Budvar

🍎 50p off Appleshed Cider

🧃 £1 pints of cordial

FOOD & BEVERAGE OFFERS

Don’t forget to take advantage of our great offers of drinks and snacks in Saturday’s game with exclusive in-venue deals.

• Any 3 Pints + 2 Packs of That’s Nuts – £19.99 Excluding Budvar
• Any 3 AU Cane or White Claw Cans – £10
• Any 3 AU Spirits Single + Mixer – £13.50
• Single Jack Daniel’s + Mixer – £3.95
• 2 Hot Chocolates – £5.00

Don’t miss out, these deals are game-time only, brought to you in partnership with Planet Ice and available from the start of the third period until closing time.

 

VIP EXPERIENCE AND HOSPITALITY

Looking to take your hockey experience to the next level? Treat yourself and up to 20 guests to the ultimate matchday with one of our exclusive hospitality packages. Enjoy all the action from your private box, with food and drinks served straight to you — so you’ll never miss a moment on the ice.

Discover everything we offer on our Match Night Hospitality page, including full details on how to book!

🎃 Halloween Hospitality Box Raffle!

For just £5, you could win a Hospitality Box for 10, complete with food, drinks, and the best view in the arena as the Manchester Storm take on the Fife Flyers this Halloween!🕕 Raffle closes Tuesday, 28th October at 6pm. Enter here!

 

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NEXT HOME GAME:

If you can’t make this one, our next home game after this has a spooky feel – that’s right, it’s our Halloween game (Friday 31st October) as we welcome Fife Flyers to the Storm Shelter for what promises to be a great, fun night.  Face off for that one is 7:30pm.

 

Further fixtures info and how to purchase tickets can be found here.