April 22, 2022

Statement from the ownership group looking to return NIHL National Division hockey to Hull Arena.

We are pleased to announce that the IMJ Group is forming a new ice hockey club to represent Hull in the National League.

Following a feasibility study, the group submitted applications to the National League, for membership, and HCAL, for tenancy of the Hull Arena. It is fair to say that both bodies welcomed the applications and due diligence process is almost complete. Pending news of acceptance, a further announcement is due, hopefully before the end of April.

IMJ Group appreciates that Hull fans are restless for the return of National League hockey. We at IMJ Group share your enthusiasm and frustration. However, during the due diligence process we are not permitted to comment further, understandably so. We trust that fans can appreciate the situation and remain patient alongside us for a few more weeks.

We cannot emphasise enough how difficult it has been and continues to be, to regenerate a Hull-based hockey club in the National League. However, moving forward we aim to build on the positive legacy of the Hull Pirates. We feel especially grateful to the Hull Jets who have kept alive senior hockey in the city and rest assured, if our applications are accepted, we will endeavour to do everything we can to repay their efforts and progress together as entities supporting each other.

Our applications are at the advanced stages. Subject to approval from HCAL, National League and EIHA, we will hold a fan’s forum, at which the owners, all Hull born individuals and hockey fans, will be introduced and a completely new club name will be disclosed.

To all ice hockey fans throughout Hull the Humber and Yorkshire regions, you have our pledge that we are doing everything possible to bring National League hockey back the city.