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The recent GBU20 trip to compete in the IIHF U20 World Championship Division II Group A in Brasov saw three bronze medals return to Dumfries with the Solway Sharks contingent after GB secured third place with 2 wins from their 5 matches in the tournament in Romania. Sharks Head Coach Martin Grubb led the GB...

The Building Craftsmen Solway Sharks are watching Great Britain U20s World Championships currently taking place in Brasov, Romania with interest, as 3 of their own are involved.  Sharks’ head coach Martin Grubb is leading the Under 20s National team as head coach, and he is accompanied to the Championships by Sharks’ equipment manager Peam Stenton...

Sharks fans gave generously at the game at Dumfries Ice Bowl on Saturday night, when they were asked to “Hurl a Hug”.  Fans were invited to bring along a new soft toy to the game, and at the end of the first period they “hurled” them onto the ice.  The toys were all collected up...

Our message is out there…let’s keep raising awareness! Samaritans #itsoktonotbeok #itsoktotalk click on the link below to see the ITV coverage of our mental health campaign https://www.itv.com/news/border/2021-12-08/meet-the-dumfries-ice-hockey-team-backing-a-campaign-for-good-mental-health

The final four clubs in this year’s Moralee Cup were confirmed at the weekend from the two qualifying groups. In the North group, Solway Sharks clinched top spot with an unblemished qualifying campaign, while Dundee Comets were the second qualifiers after a late smash & grab at Whitley Warriors on Sunday secured the semi final...

Huge welcome to #33 Euan Simpson! When it was clear that Euan was available The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks decided to make a move for him as it’s always important to ensure we have competition for places and bringing him in gives us 3 quality goalies to all push each other. Calum has...

Back to battle as a Shark #16. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are delighted to be able to confirm the return of Lewis Houston to the club. Lewis is a player who adds speed, skill, work rate and a real ability to produce in big games and will be a real asset to...

This year the Solway Sharks are raising awareness on mental health and the fight to tackle stigma and discrimination. They have decided to support the Samaritans, who will be visible and will have fundraising events at Sharks home games throughout the season. Team captain Struan Tonnar explained, “As a team we discussed what charity we...

Solway Sharks were watching with interest as the Great Britain Ice Hockey Under 20s team was announced recently, and they were delighted that once again players from the local club feature in the National team, heading to Brasov in Romania in December to take part in the World Championship competition. Sharks head coach Martin Grubb...

A game you don’t want to miss… Solway Sharks vs Glasgow Clan!!!! The game is an 8pm face off and capacity is a mixture of standing and seating, which limits tickets to just 499 due to Covid regulations. Tickets must be purchased in advance and online in the link below and are on sale now....

The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks welcome #23 Ben Walker to the team. Ben is a guy who comes in and will add depth to our Defence core. He has worked hard over the last couple of years to get the opportunity at this level and he is hungry to succeed. He is a...

The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks welcomes our newest recruit #12 Kell o the team. Kell is a young player we have been tracking for several years, a product of the Belfast Jnr Giants and currently a GB U18 prospect. We are excited to have him join us and continue his development. Kell is...

The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are super excited to have Callum Boyd finally in a Sharks jersey #68. We are delighted to be able to bring Boydy to the club and he will be an instant fan favourite. He will bring speed, skill, energy and will be a constant thorn in the side...

#sharkssupersigningsunday The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks welcomes back Ruairi Lockerbie #9 to the forward line up. We are very pleased to have Ruairi back in our line up and we expect him to kick on and push for more minutes in all situations. He has great skill, sees the ice well and can...

#sharkssupersigningsunday see’s Craner #45 return to attack on the Sharks front line The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are pleased to have Scott Crane #45 back, as he is a presence on and off the ice and the type of person who is good in the room. He loves going to the net and...

#sharkssupersigningsunday Horner re-signs for another season. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are happy to have Gordon Horne back, as he was getting better and better before the lockdown and he was contributing at both ends of the ice. He is strong and gets to the net, plays hard down low and can score...

#sharkssupersigningsunday Next up The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks welcome the return of #15 – Kieran Hair to the Shark Tank. Kieran was a player who grew into his role last season and ended up playing a big role especially on the PK. He plays a strong and physical game but can also chip...

Round 2 of #sharkssupersigningsunday kicks off with the return of our forward #89 – Scott Henderson. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are really pleased that Scott is back and ready to continue his development with us. Scotty is a big guy who has speed, skill, grit and can score goals and he would...

Big news!! He’s back, he’s home, he’s the boss, he’s #90. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are delighted to be able to welcome #90 Ross Murray home after his season away. He brings so much to the team both on and off the ice and his experience is invaluable to our team. He...

Sharks TV’s Andy Glen sat down with Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks Head Coach Martin Grubb to discuss recent events and Martin shared some of the defensive line Sharks signings for the season ahead. Click the link to see what Martin had to say https://www.facebook.com/officialsharkstv/videos/275777417274727/

#sharkssupersigningsunday Last release for today – a big welcome to The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks family #11 Christian Johnson. Christian is a new signing to the club and a player we’ve tried to sign for a few years. He is a good skater, can make a good first pass and play at both...

#sharkssupersigningsunday The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Ltd Solway Sharks are very happy to see the return of #17 Michael Thomson to our Defence line up. Mike is the experience in the room and someone who is great with our young guys. He works hard every practice to make sure he is ready to play and uses...

#sharkssupersigningsunday Next up we welcome back #18 Coughtrie. Next up The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks welcome back #18 Ben Coughtrie. Ben is a player who is developing each year and we will be looking to use his ability to push our top end D this year. He works hard and is tough to play...

#sharkssupersigningsunday continues! We are super pleased to welcome back #06 Kerzi. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks are pleased to have Kerzi back, as he is a huge piece of our defence. His skating, poise on the puck and ability to play under pressure is huge for us and he is so consistent in his...

#sharkssupersigningsunday welcomes back fan favourite – #10 Liam Stenton! The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks are delighted that Liam has decided to stay and continue his development at the club. He has massive potential and has shown that with his performances in the Elite Series with Nottingham Panthers. He has great experience for a young...

#sharkssupersigningsunday He’s back, he’s #91 – welcome back Richard Bentham. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks are really happy to be able to bring Richard Bentham back to the club, especially after his impressive season on the blue line for Leeds. When it was clear he wanted to come back we jumped at the chance and...

#sharkssupersigningsunday continues. Completing our Goalie team is #88 Jordan McLaughlin. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks welcome back Jordan McLaughlin. Jordan is coming in on a 2-way with Glasgow Clan and will be looking to build on the form he showed with them in the last EIHL season. This works for both clubs with the...

#sharkssupersigningsunday Next up we have the return of #30 Hepburn. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks are delighted to welcome back treble winning goaltender, Calum Hepburn. Cal is someone who is hungry to play and help the team win and we know how good he can be and are happy he’s back. #goalie #30 Who...

#sharkssupersigningsunday has started. First up – return of our much loved Captain #51. The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks are pleased to have Captain Struan Tonnar back leading the team again. He is someone we can rely on in all situations and he adds a bit of offence from the back end and puts up...

The Building Craftsmen Dumfries Solway Sharks are delighted to announce the return of former fans favourite James Hutchinson in the role of General Manager. James is widely thought of as one of the best Sharks defencemen of recent times and will be fondly remembered for the huge part he played in the last Sharks treble....