WEEK 12 of the 2025/26 Elite Ice Hockey League season sees the Fife Flyers gearing up for an exciting weekend of hockey as they prepare to face off against the Manchester Storm and Cardiff Devils. The Flyers will hit the ice in Manchester on Friday night, followed by a home match against the Devils on Sunday.
Friday Preview: Manchester Storm vs. Fife Flyers
The Flyers travel to Manchester on Friday, November 28, to compete for the last time this season against the Storm at Planet Ice Altrincham, with the puck dropping at 7:30 PM. This matchup is particularly noteworthy as the Storm will complete their home fixtures against the Flyers without the Flyers having yet visited Manchester this season.
The Storm have had a strong start to the league, having convincingly won the previous two matches against the Flyers, scoring an aggregate of 11 goals to 2. The team boasts a solid record exceeding .500, which places them among the top contenders in the league.
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A key player to watch for the Storm is Canadian forward Gary Haden, who is tied for the team lead with 12 goals and 14 assists in 23 games this season. Haden, who hails from Airdrie, Alberta, has an impressive background, including back-to-back Player of the Year awards during his tenure with the Glasgow Clan. His experience in the UK and Europe makes him a formidable presence on the ice.
Statistically, the Flyers have struggled in recent outings against the Storm, having lost their last three visits to Manchester and only managing one victory in their last nine visits. Although the Flyers have shown resilience in killing penalties, successfully stopping 8 of 10 Storm power plays this season, their overall power play efficiency is the lowest in the league, with just 5 goals scored out of 5 opportunities against their rivals.
Sunday Preview: Fife Flyers vs. Cardiff Devils
On Sunday, November 30, the Flyers will return home to the Fife Ice Arena to face the Cardiff Devils, with puck drop scheduled for 5:00 PM. The Devils are currently in pursuit of a strong position in the league standings, trailing closely behind leaders such as the Sheffield Steelers and Nottingham Panthers.
A notable player for the Devils is Kohen Olischefski, who has been impactful against the Flyers earlier this season, contributing 4 goals and 2 assists in two matchups. Olischefski, a versatile forward who has played top-tier hockey in both Germany and North America, is a well-rounded player known for his strong two-way game and defensive capabilities.
Historically, the Flyers have not fared well against the Devils, currently on an 8-game winless streak that is the longest for Cardiff against Fife. During this streak, the Flyers have been outscored 13-46, leading to an uphill battle for the Flyers in their quest for redemption.
As the weekend unfolds, fans can expect thrilling matchups with plenty on the line for both teams. The Flyers will be looking to break their winless streak against the Devils and improve their fortunes against the Storm in what promises to be an exhilarating weekend of elite ice hockey.
