Around the Rinks – Thu 20 Dec 18

Good morning, hockey fans!

Another night of action saw Guildford Flames reach the last four of the Challenge Cup, plus some other stories that developed over the course of the day are all here and packed in one handy place.

Enjoy!

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Guildford reached the last four of the Challenge Cup with a thrilling 5-4 win over Sheffield Steelers, taking the tie 9-8 on aggregate.  Report from Sheffield Star.

Nottingham Panthers forward Kevin Henderson talks about his extended period of injury with Panthers Radio and reveals there’s light at the end of the tunnel (Nottingham Panthers)

The Panthers were also able to confirm who they would play in the Challenge Cup semi finals (Nottingham Panthers)

Elite League clubs are pushing the boat out in their upcoming games with events and prizes as Christmas fever hits rinks up and down the country.

Fife Flyers will have a late skate with fans after their game on Saturday against Glasgow Clan

Cardiff Devils are auctioning off their Christmas jerseys after they host Dundee Stars on Saturday night

Coventry Blaze are hosting their Skip-A-Puck Christmas extravaganza on Sunday when they host Milton Keynes Lightning.

Going back to the Challenge Cup semi final, we asked who you think will win in our poll. You can find it here:

And then there were four…

So, who will win the 2018/19 Challenge Cup this season? 🏆#BIH #BEL #GLA #GUI #NOT

— British Ice Hockey 🏒 (@BritIceHockey) December 19, 2018