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The 23-year-old Sheffield Steelers’ zaguero was forced to adapt for the time being in a few weeks before tomorrow’s First Group A match against Russia, a World Cup-ranked moment and 17 spots above GB.
After spending most of the season off the ice due to the coronavirus pandemic, Jones returned to action for Telford Tigers at the NIHL Second Level National Spring Cup in March.
A few weeks later, he went one step further by being part of the Steelers’ roster for the elite series of four teams, even though it all was placed on the ice for a team he first signed last summer before the deserts. EIHL campaign 2020-2021.
After six weeks with the Steelers, Jones, hoping to make his GB debut in Riga, has again had to raise the intensity to prepare for what will be a thorough review of his high-level ratings and those of his 27 teammates.
After facing a full Russian team of NHL and KHL players, the next tests will face Slovakia, Denmark, Belarus, Sweden, the Czech Republic and Switzerland.
“There were many doubts that this tournament would be in first place, so everyone is pleased to have this opportunity,” said Jones, one of nine defenders on the trip.
“The energy grades have been a step further. It’s going to be a big step forward for us, so everything in training we did quickly, the coaches told us how fast we have to be. “
“So it’s about getting used to not forcing plays, not just giving the puck. Especially for many new kids, it’s about reaching that pace, both physically and mentally, turning on the brain and making decisions faster. “
Jones is one of six Steelers players on the 28-person list, with fellow defenseman Davey Phillips and strikers Robert Dowd, Brendan Connolly, Jonathan Phillips and Liam Kirk on board. Ben O’Connor, man D of Sheffield Steeldogs, is present. .
Jones says the ferocious festival of blows among defenders has approached the organization.
“You’re fighting those guys for a place, which is a smart thing to do because it helps keep pushing you as an individual, but at the same time, everyone supports others so well.
“Our Group D has intelligent chemistry, a clever combination of younger boys like me and more experienced boys.
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