Fife Flyers
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| League: | Scottish National League | |
| Founded: | 1938 | |
| Home Ice: | Fife Ice Arena | |
| Capacity: | 3280 | |
| Ice Size: | 198ft x 98ft | |
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| Colours: |
White, Gold, and Blue |
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| Captain: |
John Haig |
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| Head Coach: |
Todd Dutiaume |
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| Ownership: |
Kirkcaldy Ice Hockey Club |
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The Fife Flyers, established in 1938, are the oldest ice hockey team in the United Kingdom, beating the Nottingham Panthers by some 10 years. Based at the Fife Ice Arena, the team has a history of success through the ages, with over 60 Scottish and British cups and titles to their name, most recently, the British National League title, won in season 2003/4.
Fife Flyers players of 2005/06 hit the history books, being the first team in the Flyers' 68 year history to win 6 articles of silverwear in one season. Winning the Autumn Cup, Scottish Cup, Northern League, John Brady Bowl, Scottish National League and Scottish National League Playoffs. The team of 2005/06 was coached by Todd Dutiaume and Captained by John Haig.