Ken Abbott, Author at Old Time Hockey UK

Nottingham Panthers Win 1986 Norwich Union Autumn Cup | Historic Overtime Victory at the NEC

7 December 2025 by Ken Abbott

Relive the Nottingham Panthers’ unforgettable 1986 Norwich Union Autumn Cup triumph—an intense final against the Fife Flyers that delivered drama, grit, and a defining moment in British ice hockey history.

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Hilton Ruggles: A Career Built on Goals, Grit, and Great Stories

27 November 2025 by Ken Abbott

In this episode, Hilton Ruggles looks back on his incredible 17-season journey through British ice hockey — from his early days in Montreal to becoming a UK Hall of Famer. He shares memorable stories from Whitley Bay, Cardiff, Manchester, Coventry, and Newcastle, reflecting on the highs, lows, and surprises along the way.

Selmar Odelein: Hockey Journey from NHL to British Ice Hockey

25 November 2025 by Ken Abbott

Discover the incredible career of Selmar Odelein — a former Edmonton Oilers draft pick who became a key defender for the Nottingham Panthers and Sheffield Steelers during the Heineken Hockey era. Explore his NHL beginnings, Team Canada tour, European seasons, and unforgettable role in British ice hockey history.

Inside the History of Hillheads Ice Rink: From Icy Smith to the Whitley Warriors

22 November 2025 by Ken Abbott

Discover the origins of Hillheads Ice Rink in Whitley Bay — from its 1955 opening to the birth of the Whitley Warriors. A landmark of North-East ice sports history and a lasting community legacy.

The Dundee Rockets

18 November 2025 by Ken Abbott

The Dundee Rockets: A Dynasty That Burned Brightest in the Early ’80’s The legendary Dundee Rockets of the early 1980s In the rich tapestry of British ice hockey history, few teams shine as vividly — or as intensely — as the Dundee Rockets of the early 1980s. They weren’t just winners; they were trailblazers, entertainers,…

The Sheep on the Bus: The Durham Wasps’ Funniest Road Trip Ever

13 November 2025 by Ken Abbott

The Durham Wasps’ most unforgettable road trip didn’t happen on the ice — it happened on a bus, with a crate of beer, a few hockey legends, and one very confused sheep.