The curtain has officially closed on the 2024/25 season, and what better way to mark the occasion than with the MK Thunder Annual Awards Night. Held on Saturday 12th July at Deanshanger Sports and Social Club, the evening brought together players, coaches, staff, volunteers, families, and fans to celebrate the dedication, spirit, and hard work that powered us through the year.

From standout performances on the ice to behind-the-scenes support that kept things moving, the event was a fantastic opportunity to honour everyone who played a part in the Thunder journey this season.

The night the presentation of this year’s team awards. Spirits were high as we reflected on our successes, the lessons learned, and the progress made in what was a challenging but progressive season for the club.

🏅 2024/25 Award Winners

A huge congratulations to all our award winners – each one thoroughly deserved:

• PREMIUM PROSPECT – Mikel Gomez Ortega

• FORWARD OF THE YEAR – Xander Robinson

• DEFENDER OF THE YEAR – Charles Coney

• MICK RUSSELL AWARD – Mark Austen

• IMPACT AWARD – Aaron Burton

• CLUBMAN AWARD – Charlie Conroy

• MOST IMPROVED (TAG TAYLOR) AWARD – Sam Peters

• PLAYER’S PLAYER – Elliott Davies

• COACH’S PLAYER – Sam Purcell

• MOST VALUABLE PLAYER – Hayden Hagger

• VALHALLA AWARD – Daniel O’Brien

Thunder fans were asked to vote for their favourite player, to receive the club’s coveted FANS PLAYER AWARD:

• 3rd PLACE – Dom Wealthall
• 2nd PLACE – Charlie Conroy
• 1st PLACE – Xander Robinson

The club also recognised those who had received international call ups during the season with an OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD:

• Lewis Conroy – England U15
• Alfie Duguid – GB Inline U17
• Sean Reynolds – England U19
• Madi Wright – GB Women Senior

A Huge Thank You to Our Thunder Family

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our fans, whose unwavering support home and away makes all the difference. Your energy, passion, and loyalty create an environment where our young players can thrive.

To our sponsors, thank you for standing with us and helping make this season possible. Your backing is vital to everything we do, and we’re proud to have your names alongside ours.

And finally, to the incredible volunteers and staff who give up their time to keep the club running – from match night crews to off-ice organisers – we simply couldn’t do it without you.

Eyes on 2025/26

As we enjoy a short break, preparations have already begun for next season, which we look forward to with excitement and ambition. A new era, with new opportunities, but still the same Thunder heart, we can’t wait to welcome you all back to the Thunderdome soon.

Thank you all for an unforgettable season.

#WeAreThunder ⚡