COVENTRY Blaze have confirmed teenage British forward Brynley Capps will spend the 2025/26 season in North America.
The 17-year-old signed a three-year deal with Blaze last summer and will continue his development abroad next season.
The 6ft 3in forward made 52 appearances for Coventry in his debut campaign with the club, registering his first professional point in November.
Blaze head coach and director of hockey, Kevin Moore said: “When we signed Brynley, it was with a clear development plan in mind – one that would help him improve year after year.
“His first season was a strong one in terms of growth. His professionalism and mindset both took steps forward, and on the ice, he made noticeable progress in his defensive awareness and play along the boards.
“Sending Bryn out on loan will give him the opportunity to take another step by competing against players closer to his age.
“Striking the balance between being challenged and playing with confidence is crucial for a young player, and this move offers him the chance to do both in a strong development environment.
“We’ll remain closely involved in his progress and continue supporting his development while he’s away.”
Capps captained Great Britain under-18s to a silver medal at the IIHF World Championship Division II and also received a call-up to the under-20s squad.
In both tournaments, he recorded two goals and one assist in five matches.
The previous year, Capps finished the under-18 tournament as the top scorer with 11 points, six goals, five assists, in five games – a new GB under-18 record at the level.
He also won the forward of the tournament award.
