We welcome Telford Tigers to the Basingstoke Arena for the opening game of the 2026/27 Planet Ice National League season.


Following on from a very positive pre-season, which saw the Bison finish with 3 wins and a narrow loss, the team now turn their attention to main event.


This where you the fans of the Herd can step up and play your part, the noise and energy created by a packed Barn aka the Wall of Sound, really does make a difference, it’s certainly appreciated by the players. 


From the opening face-off, through to the final buzzer, support the boys by bringing the noise.


Ones To Watch:


Basingstoke Bison: A.J Macaulay


AJ has already become a fans favouirte after a very impressive pre-season at both ends of the ice, He scored eight points in four games including three goals from defense and has helped the team defensively infront of new netminder Ben Clarke-Leach. After making his move to England from Canada this summer, he is definately the player to watch heading into the new season!


Telford Tigers: Harry Ferguson


The 27 year-old forward is heading into his fourth season with the club and had a very impressive pre-season scoring nine points in four games including a four-pont night in Bristol last weekend. He is a physical presence and always a threat towards goal.


Face Off:


The puck drops at 6.30pm, doors will be open from 5.30pm.
If you haven’t already got yours, tickets are still available to purchase, both online and at the door on the night.

Little Frankies entrance will be open from 5.00pm for Season Ticket holders and access to the cafe.

Ticket link: tinyurl.com/24b3b78k

Can’t make it to the game:

You don’t need to miss any of the action as the match will be available to stream, for details of how to purchase yours, please check out the link below.

Stream link: tinyurl.com/5dzzp32a

In addition to the stream option, Dan Connors will be providing excellent live updates on X.

Merchandise:

Make sure you visit Carol and her team on the merchandise stand, it is situated just inside the main entrance, under the scoreboard.

As well as the many of the old favourites, there are a host of new items for fans to purchase, including this seasons replica jerseys the much sought after Bison scarfs, plus adult and kids water bottles and beer steins.



Match Night Competitions:

50/50:


For as little as £1, you can be in with a chance of taking home a substantial cash prize, last Friday one lucky fan walked away with £287.


Tickets are available from the merchandise stand or the roving ticket sellers.

Shirt off the back:  


Your chance to win a game worn jersey, which will be presented on the ice to the winner, after the final buzzer.


Tickets available from the merchandise stand or the roving ticket sellers.

Chuck-A-Puck:


This takes place during the break at the end of the 2nd period.
Pucks can be purchased from the merchandise stand.

Prizes for this will be announced on match night.