Sioux Falls Stampede Defeat Lincoln Stars 4-1
The Sioux Falls Stampede secured a victory over the Lincoln Stars at the Denny Sanford Premier Center.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Hockey
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The Sioux Falls Stampede defeated the Lincoln Stars 4-1 on Tuesday in a game attended by 3,191 fans. This win marks the second consecutive victory for the Stampede against the Stars in eight days.
Why it matters
The result improves the Sioux Falls Stampede record to 7-5. The team maintains momentum after winning their second straight matchup against this conference opponent.
Sioux Falls goalie Ryan Cameron recorded 20 saves on 21 shots during the victory. Cooper Soller contributed to the offensive effort, adding to a recent tally of five goals and two assists.
The players
Sioux Falls Stampede
This is a junior ice hockey team that competes in the United States Hockey League.
Lincoln Stars
This is a member organization of the United States Hockey League based in Nebraska.
Ryan Cameron
He is the goaltender for the Sioux Falls Stampede who anchored the team's defensive effort in this contest.
Cooper Soller
He is a forward for the Sioux Falls Stampede who has been a consistent offensive producer this season.
Gavin Clark
He is a player for the Sioux Falls Stampede who recorded two goals during the game against the Stars.
The details
Max Davis opened the scoring with a shorthanded goal 59 seconds into the first period following a puck steal. Gavin Clark added two goals for the Stampede, while Cooper Soller secured a power play goal in the second period after burying a rebound.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: Sioux Falls defeated Lincoln 4-1.
October 17, 2026: Cooper Soller scored a hat trick at Cedar Rapids.
October 14, 2026: Sioux Falls defeated Lincoln 6-2.
April 24, 2026: Lincoln Stars won a game in the conference semifinals.
Season Trajectory
This win reinforces the current competitive balance between the Stampede and the Stars during the 2026 season. It directly follows the intensity seen during the 2026 USHL conference semifinals.
The Stampede improved to a 7-5 record, positioning them for upcoming weekend matchups against Omaha and Fargo. Goalie Ryan Cameron maintains a high save percentage after stopping 20 of 21 shots.
The takeaway
Consistent offensive pressure and strong goaltending remain key drivers for the Stampede this season. Fans should monitor the team's performance against Omaha and Fargo this weekend to see if this momentum holds.
What happens next
The Sioux Falls Stampede will face Omaha on Friday at 7:05 p.m. and will play Fargo on Sunday at 5:05 p.m.
Further reading
For more on local matches, visit the Sioux Falls Hockey section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sioux Falls Live.
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