Jonathan Weaver Leaves the Coventry Blaze

Breaking news from the Elite Ice Hockey League is that former GB Captain Jonathan Weaver has left the Coventry Blaze after a 5 year spell that saw him lift two league championships.

The full media release is below.

CPP Coventry Blaze have confirmed defenceman Jonathan Weaver will not be back at the Skydome next season.

The 35-year-old Great Britain international had been with the club for five years - winning two Elite League titles and the British Knockout Cup along the way - after joining from Newcastle Vipers in 2007.

Coach Paul Thompson said: “Weaves knows we are going in a different direction next year and he understands that.

“He has been a great player for us, a great captain, and he was great to work with.

“I want to thank him for everything he did for the Blaze – he was part of two championship-winning teams - and I wish him all the very best for the future.”