Watford City Hockey Teams Advance to State Tournament

Oilers defeat Prowl 8-3 in play-in game, while 10U team falls to Bismarck Capitals

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Watford City Oilers hockey team defeated the Jamestown/Valley City Prowl 8-3 in a play-in game, punching their ticket to the state Bantam A tournament. Meanwhile, the Watford City 10U team lost 6-1 to the Bismarck Capitals in the Winter Classic tournament.

Why it matters

Youth hockey is a point of pride for the Watford City community, and the success of the Oilers and 10U teams in these tournaments highlights the strength of the local hockey program and the dedication of the players.

The details

In the play-in game, Watford City Oiler goalie Cole Scheduler made several key saves to help his team defeat the Prowl 8-3. This win secures the Oilers' spot in the upcoming state Bantam A tournament. In the 10U division of the Winter Classic, Watford City goalie Sydnee Nunes made a number of stick saves, but the team ultimately fell 6-1 to the Bismarck Capitals.

  • The Oilers' play-in game against the Prowl took place on Sunday.
  • The state Bantam A tournament will be held from February 26-27 and March 1 in Bismarck.
  • The Winter Classic tournament, where the 10U team played the Bismarck Capitals, was held over the weekend.

The players

Cole Scheduler

The goalie for the Watford City Oilers hockey team.

Sydnee Nunes

The goalie for the Watford City 10U hockey team.

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What’s next

The Watford City Oilers will compete in the state Bantam A tournament in Bismarck from February 26-27 and March 1.

The takeaway

The success of the Watford City hockey teams in these tournaments demonstrates the strength of the local hockey program and the dedication of the players, which is a source of pride for the community.