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July 9, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Forward Nash Roed will skate for the National Team Development Program Under 18s during the 2026/27 season, with an eye towards becoming a Waterloo Black Hawk in the autumn of 2027.
The still-16-year-old forward made his junior hockey debut for the Black Hawks last spring. Waterloo originally selected Roed during the first round of the 2025 United States Hockey League Phase I Draft. As Roed plays for the NTDP, the situation provides the Hawks with a unique vantage point to track his development.
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July 2, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Vinnie Hinostroza is on track to play for his eighth National Hockey League team this fall after signing with the Colorado Avalanche Wednesday on the first day of free agency.
The former Waterloo Black Hawk forward inked a two-year deal. When Hinostroza skates for the Avalanche, he will break a tie with Zach Sanford as Waterloo's most well-traveled alum. Hinostroza spent last season with the Minnesota Wild and Florida Panthers.
Success with the Black Hawks led to Hinostroza's selection by the Chicago B... Full Story
June 29, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Annie Petersen will serve in a new, multifaceted role as the Waterloo Black Hawks' Vice President of Strategic Planning and Operations, the team announced Monday.
Petersen has worked for the Black Hawks in several capacities since 2020. This new opportunity will continue to utilize her wide-ranging skill set. Petersen will serve as a public representative of the team in the Cedar Valley and on the United States Hockey League's Board of Governors. Internally, she will lead efficiency and innovation efforts... Full Story
June 27, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Forward Tyler Deakos was called during the 2026 NHL Draft Saturday, claimed with the 224th overall choice by the Montreal Canadiens.
Deakos joined the Black Hawks almost two months into the season and made a strong first impression. During his USHL debut, Deakos notched a goal and two assists in the first period, although the Black Hawks fell to the Des Moines Buccaneers 6-4 on November 14th. The Canmore, Alberta, native tallied at least one goal or assist in seven of his first eight games. He had another... Full Story
The Waterloo Black Hawks are a junior hockey team. Based in Waterloo, Iowa, they are a member of the United States Hockey League.
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Roed Joins NTDP in '26
July 9, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Forward Nash Roed will skate for the National Team Development Program Under 18s during the 2026/27 season, with an eye towards becoming a Waterloo Black Hawk in the autumn of 2027.
The still-16-year-old forward made his junior hockey debut for the Black Hawks last spring. Waterloo originally selected Roed during the first round of the 2025 United States Hockey League Phase I Draft. As Roed plays for the NTDP, the situation provides the Hawks with a unique vantage point to track his development.
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Hinostroza Takes Rocky Mountain Way
July 2, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Vinnie Hinostroza is on track to play for his eighth National Hockey League team this fall after signing with the Colorado Avalanche Wednesday on the first day of free agency.
The former Waterloo Black Hawk forward inked a two-year deal. When Hinostroza skates for the Avalanche, he will break a tie with Zach Sanford as Waterloo's most well-traveled alum. Hinostroza spent last season with the Minnesota Wild and Florida Panthers.
Success with the Black Hawks led to Hinostroza's selection by the Chicago B... Full StoryPetersen Adds to Responsibilities
June 29, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Annie Petersen will serve in a new, multifaceted role as the Waterloo Black Hawks' Vice President of Strategic Planning and Operations, the team announced Monday.
Petersen has worked for the Black Hawks in several capacities since 2020. This new opportunity will continue to utilize her wide-ranging skill set. Petersen will serve as a public representative of the team in the Cedar Valley and on the United States Hockey League's Board of Governors. Internally, she will lead efficiency and innovation efforts... Full StoryDeakos a Seventh Round Pick
June 27, 2026 - Waterloo, Iowa - Forward Tyler Deakos was called during the 2026 NHL Draft Saturday, claimed with the 224th overall choice by the Montreal Canadiens.
Deakos joined the Black Hawks almost two months into the season and made a strong first impression. During his USHL debut, Deakos notched a goal and two assists in the first period, although the Black Hawks fell to the Des Moines Buccaneers 6-4 on November 14th. The Canmore, Alberta, native tallied at least one goal or assist in seven of his first eight games. He had another... Full StoryWaterloo Black Hawks News
- Roed Joins NTDP in '26 - July 9, 2026
- Hinostroza Takes Rocky Mountain Way - July 2, 2026
- Petersen Adds to Responsibilities - June 29, 2026
- Deakos a Seventh Round Pick - June 27, 2026
- Jimmy Rieber's Extraordinary Rise - June 27, 2026
- Blues Call Bogas Saturday - June 27, 2026
- Draft Day a Nycz Day - June 27, 2026
- Drury the Newest Nashville Hawk - June 24, 2026
- October 2 = Home Game #1 - June 23, 2026
- Two Standout Goalies Join Staff - June 22, 2026
- Hawks Remember Dave Swick - June 17, 2026
- Torr, Baird-Gajdos Join Waterloo - May 22, 2026
- Olson Leads Hawks (Again) - May 19, 2026
- Black Hawks, Gordon Agree to Part Ways - May 12, 2026
- Former Hawks Head for Switzerland - May 7, 2026
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| Sat., Apr 4 | L | Waterloo 0 at Sioux Falls 3 | Final |
| Fri., Apr 3 | L | Waterloo 1 at Sioux Falls 8 | Final |
| Wed., Apr 1 | L | Waterloo 1 at Dubuque 5 | Final |
| Sat., Mar 28 | L | Cedar Rapids 5 at Waterloo 2 | Final |
| Fri., Mar 27 | W | Omaha 4 at Waterloo 6 | Final |
| Sat., Mar 21 | L | Waterloo 4 at Team USA 8 | Final |
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Waterloo Black Hawks Headlines
- Leading Off: Black Hawks remember former great Dave Swick - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (June 19)
- WATCH: Hear from new Waterloo Black Hawks' head coach Brett Olson - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (May 20)
- Junior Hockey: Black Hawks named Brett Olson new head coach - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (May 20)
- Junior Hockey: Black Hawks part ways with head coach - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (May 12)
- Junior Hockey: Waterloo drafts son of Black Hawks' legend, Joe Pavelski - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (May 5)
- Leading Off: Black Hawks to have three players play for Frozen Four title - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (April 10)
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