Moray Hanson Podcast Interview

Today’s hockey hero is former Murrayfield Racers, Fife Flyers and Dumfries Border Vikings netminder Moray Hanson — one of British ice hockey’s true legends.

Moray was Great Britain’s first-choice goalie at the 1994 World Cup Pool A Championships, before going on to achieve something no other Brit ever has: officiating at six consecutive World Championships.

From backstopping the Racers to domestic silverware and unforgettable Wembley appearances, to a brief but headline-grabbing move to Fife Flyers, Moray’s playing career was packed with drama, rivalry and success.

After hanging up the pads, he pulled on the stripes — rising rapidly to referee at the very highest level, including eight consecutive Elite League Playoff Finals, before an emotional farewell in 2012.

A rare figure who reached the top of the game both as a player and an official, Moray Hanson’s story is one of dedication, resilience and respect.

British Hockey Hall of Fame inductee – Class of 2013