Program Overview

2026 Watertown Shamrocks Captains' Camp
Prairie Lakes Ice Arena
3015 1st Ave NE
Watertown, SD 57201

5 Goalies, 40 Skaters

July 13-16
$360 

Program Description

The 2026 Watertown Shamrocks Captains' Camp is a co-ed, week-long day camp for youth hockey players, the Watertown Shamrocks Captains Camp is built on fun, development, and a passion for the game. Hosted by first-year Shamrocks captain and collegiate player Ryan Gingher, this camp brings together leadership and experience from current Shamrocks captains and veteran players with backgrounds at the AAA, Junior, and collegiate levels. 

Our mission is to provide young athletes with the skills, confidence, and hockey IQ needed to grow as both players and fans. It’s not just a great week of hockey—it’s an experience that lasts a lifetime. 

Carefully structured and expertly led, the Captains Camp emphasizes individual skill development, team play, on-ice confidence, and an enjoyable environment that keeps players engaged. With instruction from athletes who have competed at some of the highest levels of the sport, campers receive both high-level insights and an unforgettable week of learning and fun. 

WHAT TO EXPECT AT CAPTAINS CAMP 

Skill Development 
Our coaching staff focuses on building strong hockey foundations through skating, puck control, shooting, passing, and smart decision-making. Each player will sharpen essential skills with guidance from Shamrocks alumni and former captains.

Dynamic Warmups 

Every session begins with an engaging, movement-based warmup designed to prepare athletes for high-energy training while reinforcing proper mechanics and mobility that they can incorporate into a functional routine.

Earning The “C” 

A leadership-focused feature where players learn what it truly takes to wear the “C” — accountability, communication, work ethic, and raising the standard for themselves and their teammates. "C"s will be awarded to camp participants that best showcase these attributes and encourage those around them to follow suit. 

On-Ice Session 

Each day features a 90 minute ice session emphasizing the fundamentals: skating, passing, stickhandling, and shooting. Players receive individualized coaching, compete in small-area games, and finish the week with a full scrimmage to showcase everything they’ve learned.

Off-Ice Training/Dryland 
Off-ice work will help athletes develop strength, agility, balance, and overall athleticism. Sessions combine off-ice stickhandling and shooting with speed, footwork, and plyometric training. 

Team Building 
Campers take part in challenges and activities that strengthen communication, trust, and camaraderie — essential traits for future leaders both on and off the ice.

Learning Session 
Each day introduces a new topic focused on developing both the player and the leader. From building strong habits to understanding the path from youth hockey to the collegiate level, campers will hear firsthand from Shamrocks alumni and special guests. These sessions highlight real experiences, inspirational stories, and practical lessons designed to guide the next generation of hockey players.

Camp Apparel 
Each camper will receive a Watertown Shamrocks Captains’ Camp jersey to wear with pride.  

Registration Info 
All camp spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis through our Camp Vine Registration 

Schedule Breakdown  

Check-in: 8:00AM – 8:45AM

On-ice Session: 9:00AM - 10:30AM 

Dryland Workout & Team Bonding: 11:00AM  – 12:00PM

Lunch: 12:15PM – 1:00PM 

Hockey Classroom: 1:15PM – 2:15PM

Program Detail

2026 Watertown Shamrocks Captains' Camp Details:
-Open to players ages 8-13
-Registration fee of $360 per player
-Any information and updates will be sent to the player's email entered on your registration
-Players are responsible for their own transportation

-Lunches provided 
-All players must be registered with USA Hockey for this camp.  Please complete your USA Hockey registration at: www.usahockeyregistration.com
-If you have any questions, please click here to contact camp coordinator Ryan Gingher