
Stu Bickel Takes the Helm of Iowa Wild
The Iowa Wild announced the hiring of Stu Bickel as head coach, highlighting his extensive playing and coaching background and his deep ties to Minnesota and Iowa.
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The Iowa Wild announced the hiring of Stu Bickel as head coach, highlighting his extensive playing and coaching background and his deep ties to Minnesota and Iowa.
A standout performance in the 2025-26 season propelled Tameron Ferguson to conference player of the year, paving the way for his next collegiate chapter.
Junior Luke Luskey from South Dakota State University was selected as the 2025‑26 College Baseball Athlete of the Year by Sioux Falls Live, capping a season that saw him lead the conference in RBIs, hit 13 home runs and help the Jacks return to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2013.
Junior keeper Mallorie Benhart was named the 2025‑26 Sioux Falls Live College Women's Soccer Athlete of the Year after leading South Dakota State to a third straight Summit League tournament title and posting career‑high defensive statistics.

Harvard University has appointed Rob Rassey as its next men’s ice hockey coach, succeeding Ted Donato, who stepped down after 21 seasons. Rassey, a former Crimson player and longtime assistant, brings a deep connection to the program and a track record of success at Michigan and Omaha.

John McNelis, a 5‑10 left‑shot forward, has committed to the University of Massachusetts hockey program for the 2026‑27 season, bringing USHL experience, international medals, and a proven offensive track record.
The Trojans finished a perfect 25‑0 season, captured the Class A state title and secured a decisive 77.57% of the vote for the Argus Leader’s top honor.
North Dakota State University’s football team is set to shine on a new streaming platform as the Mountain West Conference expands its reach, bringing all conference sports — including ten Bison games — to viewers across the country.
After stints in Poland and the Adriatic league, Nemanja Popović joins Memphis, bringing a proven scoring touch and rebounding prowess to a squad that opens its season against Iowa State in Sioux Falls.

For the 23rd consecutive year, players who honed their skills in the United States Hockey League have etched their names on the Stanley Cup, with six alumni from the Carolina Hurricanes leading the latest triumph.

The Renner Monarchs captured the 6th Annual Pepsi Invitational before relinquishing the title due to an ineligible player, while the Pipestone A's, led by coach Avery Ploeger, secured a 4‑1 win over Brandon Valley and gear up for future games.

Colten Becker, Brayden Marks and Parker Puetz combine flawless academic records with key athletic contributions, highlighting the league’s emphasis on scholarship and sport.

After leading Sioux Falls to a Clark Cup triumph and posting career‑high numbers, JJ Monteiro signs with Providence College, adding depth and scoring punch to the program.
The Lynx survived a late rally to beat O'Gorman 10-7, using a clutch rally and a five‑pitcher effort to advance to a championship rematch.
South Dakota State, the fourth‑seeded team, defeated top‑seeded Oral Roberts 7‑3 in the Summit League baseball tournament, highlighted by Sam Schlecht's career‑high eight strikeouts and a four‑run sixth inning.
The 2026 South Dakota High School Baseball Association Class A state tournament will unfold May 22‑23 at Ronken Field, featuring defending champs Brandon Valley and rising powers Sioux Falls Jefferson and Yankton.

Local players can sharpen their game this summer under a coach with NBA‑level experience, as Hillsdale College announces a series of skills‑training sessions for youth athletes.

The 2026 Clark Cup Finals will feature the Sioux Falls Stampede and the Muskegon Lumberjacks, with a tightly contested schedule and standout performances from key players.

The No. 17 Augustana Vikings enter the NCAA Central Regional Tournament in Pittsburg, Kansas, as the No. 5 seed, facing Northwest Missouri State on May 14. With a 41‑13 record and a host of award‑winning players, the team aims to advance deep into the competition.
The Coyotes are reshaping their roster with key additions and departures, hoping to translate depth into another winning season.
The Sioux Falls School District and the Minnesota Vikings announced a partnership that will fund a girls flag football program starting in fall 2026, offering structured competition at all four high schools and three middle schools