Mike Hammond, who also played for Coventry Blaze, Manchester Storm, Braehead Clan, and Nottingham Panthers in the Elite League, made his international debut in 2018 and contributed to Great Britain winning the gold medal at the World Championship Division 1 Group A in Hungary.
Mike Hammond, a forward for Great Britain, was 33 when he passed away in an automobile accident in Canada, according to Ice Hockey UK.
Hammond, a Brighton native, made his international debut in 2018 and contributed to the team’s victory in Hungary’s World Championship Division 1 Group A.
Additionally, he scored five points at the World Championship Division 1 Group this year in Nottingham, helping Britain secure its return to the top division.
“Great Britain ice hockey are devastated to announce that forward Mike Hammond has passed away,” said a statement from Ice Hockey UK.
“Hammond perished in an automobile accident last night in Shawnigan, Canada.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with Mike’s family, friends and team-mates at this very difficult time.”
Along with time in Germany, Denmark, and Canada, Hammond also played for Coventry Blaze, Manchester Storm, Braehead Clan, and Nottingham Panthers in the Elite League.
