Fife Flyers Ice Hockey Club are delighted to announce the signing of American defenceman Andrew McLean for the 2025/26 season.

Andrew heads to the Kingdom following a season with the Iowa Heartlanders of the ECHL.

For the Heartlanders he registered 20 points (3 goals + 17 assists) across 68 games in all competitions.

Prior to that, Andrew has iced in the ECHL with Norfolk Admirals and Orlando Solar Bears. As well as the Knoxville Ice Bears in the SPHL and a four year collegiate career at Wisconsin Stevens-Point (NCAA-III) during which time he won the National Championship. However, fans in the Kingdom may be more familiar with Andrew as a regular visitor to the Auld Barn during the 2022/23 season with fierce rivals Glasgow Clan.

During that season he registered 20 points (5 goals + 15 assists) in 40 games in the EIHL.

On signing Andrew, Flyers GM and President Max Birbraer commented: “We are really pleased to add Andrew to our defensive core.

“Andrew is known to our organisation but external feedback also confirmed his wide range of qualities including strong leadership character, versatility and ability to pitch in offensively.

“Andrew is a big piece for us.”

On signing with the Flyers Andrew said: “I’m looking forward to being a part of this new era with such an historic club!

“I can’t wait to get there and play in front of the fans”

On signing Andrew, Head Coach Jamie Russell said: “Andrew is a defenceman that will play in all situations.

“He adds a wealth of experience as well as familiarity with our league. He plays a very well rounded game.

Andrew is the 11th player to join the Flyers for 2025/26. For the upcoming season Andrew will wear #56. Own and Loan packages are now available for Andrew. Email commercial@fifeflyers.co.uk to secure yours.