How the Elite Series could shape the Panthers plans for 2021/22
The Panthers quickly kickstarted their plans for next season within a week of winning the Elite Series. Head coach Tim Wallace and director of hockey Guillaume Doucet will continue in their roles, whilst the Brit quota has began to take shape with Ollie Betteridge and Josh Tetlow being confirmed returnees. More surprisingly, experienced defenceman Steve Lee will return to the club after two years away. It has been an enjoyable week and a bit to be a Panthers fan, with the Elite Series playoff victory and the sudden influx of signing announcements. Despite some debate over just how meaningful a four team tournament is, the 'Covid Cup' could certainly have an influence on how the Panthers roster comes together for 2021/22. One example of how so, is the case that Jackson Whistle potentially makes to be the starting goaltender. Draft day drama meant that Ben Bowns was the blockbuster addition who surely could not be overtaken. Of course, a tournament centred around Great Britain&