Watertown Shamrocks Tender Blueliner Gabe Simpson

May 13, 2026 - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Shamrocks have officially signed defenseman Gabe Simpson to a tender agreement for the 2026-27 season. Simpson, who is a native of Lafayette, CO, brings two years of junior experience to the Shamrocks. Last season, Simpson spent much of the year in the BCHL splitting time between the Okotoks Oilers and Prince George Spruce Kings totaling three goals and five assists in 39 games. He also spent a season in the NCDC in 2024-25 with the New Jersey Rockets. "Gab... Full Story

Shamrocks Promote Hanson to President, Theisen to VP

May 12, 2026 - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Shamrocks organization is pleased to announce the elevation of two current employees. Anne Hanson has been elevated to team President, filling the role left open with the departure of Ryan Bisgard, while Blake Theisen has added Vice President to his title within the organization. "I am excited to accept the role of President of the Shamrocks organization," Hanson said. "As a Watertown native who has been a part of this team from the beginning, this opportunity ca... Full Story

Shamrocks President, Bisgard, Accepts Job with NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins

May 11, 2026 - Watertown, SD - Watertown Shamrocks President Ryan Bisgard has announced that she will be accepting a position with the National Hockey League's Pittsburgh Penguins and joining their staff as a a Partnerships-Marketing Fellow. "Words cannot express how grateful I am to the Shamrocks organization and the Watertown community for the last two years," said Bisgard. "It is a very bittersweet moment to announce my departure from the Shamrocks and reflect on such a fulfilling experience. I am beyond... Full Story

Shamrocks' Salajko Announces Commitment to Michigan State

May 7, 2026 - Watertown, SD - Watertown Shamrocks goaltender JJ Salajko officially announced his commitment to continue his academic and hockey career at Michigan State University. "When Michigan State offered, I knew it was something I couldn't turn down," Salajko said of his commitment. "They checked every box for me. Strong academics, high level hockey, and a coaching staff that I trust to not only develop me on the ice, but off the ice as well." Salajko becomes the fourth currently rostered player t... Full Story

• Shamrocks' Salajko Announces Commitment to Michigan State - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) May 7
• Three Shamrocks Selected in 2026 USHL Draft - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) May 5
• Watertown Shamrocks Win NAHL's Production of the Year, Theisen Named Broadcaster of the Year - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) May 4
• Shamrocks Tender Will Shermoen for 2026-27 - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) April 8
• Sam Lenzi Signs Tender Agreement with Watertown Shamrocks - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) April 8
• Shamrocks Add North Dakota Forward, Sign Bennet Benson to Tender - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) April 1
• Watertown Shamrocks Sign Ryota Seki for 2026-27 Season - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) April 1
• Watertown Shamrocks Playoff Tickets Go on Sale Wednesday Morning - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) March 31
• Shamrocks Add Daniel Halonen to Active Roster - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) March 11
• Shamrocks Add Henry Miller Via Tender, Will Join Team Immediately - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) February 26
• Watertown Signs Forward Sam Tudor to Tender Agreement - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) February 25
• Shamrocks Deal Curasi to Brown Bears - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) February 6
• Five Shamrocks Named to NAHL's 2026 Top Prospects Tournament - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) January 29
• Shamrocks' Alumni Cahill Named to NHL Central Scouting Rankings - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) January 14
• Andrew Smulkstys Commits to Division 1 Alaska-Fairbanks - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) January 13
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April 24	NAHL	Austin 4 at Watertown 3 (Playoff Gm. 3)	Final (OT)
April 18	NAHL	Watertown 3 at Austin 4 (Playoff Gm. 2)	Final (OT)
April 17	NAHL	Watertown 2 at Austin 3 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
April 11	NAHL	Watertown 3 at Aberdeen 4	Final
April 10	NAHL	Aberdeen 3 at Watertown 2	Final
April 4	NAHL	Watertown 7 at Minnesota Mallards 6	Final
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• NAHL playoff update for Watertown, Aberdeen teams - NAHL Aberdeen American News (April 26)
• NAHL playoff update for Watertown, Aberdeen teams - NAHL Aberdeen American News (April 22)
• NAHL update for Aberdeen Wings & Watertown Shamrocks - NAHL Aberdeen American News (April 14)
• Watertown Shamrocks host Aberdeen Wings in playoff tune-up - NAHL Aberdeen American News (April 11)
• NAHL: Tauros defense continues to struggle in weekend sweep by Shamrocks - NAHL Minot Daily News (December 2)
• NAHL: Tauros defense continues to struggle in weekend sweep by Shamrocks - NAHL Minot Daily News (December 1)
• NAHL: Tauros surrender 9 goals in loss to Bobcats - NAHL Minot Daily News (November 29)
• Local Sports 10/06 - NAHL Minot Daily News (October 6)
• Preseason look at Watertown and Aberdeen's NAHL junior hockey teams - NAHL Aberdeen American News (October 5)
• Season-opening games between Watertown, Aberdeen junior hockey teams - NAHL Aberdeen American News (September 21)
• Ice Dogs wrap up preseason with exhibitions against Watertown Shamrocks - NAHL Fairbanks Daily News-Miner (September 14)
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