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A Brookings High School soccer player was attacked on the field, prompting swift action from the South Dakota High School Activities Association and renewed focus on athlete safety.
The Green Bay women’s soccer squad rallied after a set-piece goal to defeat North Dakota 2-0, marking their first 2-0-0 start since 2022 and setting the stage for a home clash with South Dakota.
Despite finishing the regular season at 5‑7, the Clark Traders defied expectations by advancing to the Class B championship game, where they fell 12‑2 to the Alexandria Angels while capturing the Richard Rockafellow Sportsmanship Award.
A high‑school soccer match in South Dakota turned heads when a Brookings player confronted a Rapid City Central defender in the opening minutes of play. The confrontation escalated into a physical clash, with the Brookings athlete shoving, kicking and striking the defender, prompting officials to pause the game for roughly ten minutes before the halftime whistle. When the match resumed, Brookings held a 2‑0 lead at the break and managed to preserve that advantage, securing a 2‑0 victory over their rivals. Both programs entered the 2025 campaign with contrasting fortunes; Brookings’ football squad finished the year 5‑5 and earned a postseason berth, while Rapid City Central posted a 2‑8 record but still advanced to the Class 11AAA state quarterfinals. The teams will now turn their attention to the next fixtures, with Brookings preparing for a road test against Huron and Rapid City Central set to host Watertown, a game they lost 7‑0 the day after the soccer match.
During a high school soccer match in South Dakota, Jaxson Bergman attacked Kyler Soost, prompting intervention and a defensive response from Caylon Peters. The game resumed and Brookings secured a 2-0 win.
Iowa State University has named its 2026 football captains, highlighting players like defensive tackle Max Baloun, quarterback Jaylen Raynor and return specialist Aiden Flora, who together bring championship pedigree, record‑breaking performances and new offensive stability under head coach Jimmy Rogers.
Founded in 2013 by Bob Altenburg, the program that lets fans keep foul balls or redeem them for $2 has raised over $110,000 and continues under the leadership of his son Dan Altenburg and Brock Sundall, with SDABA President Dan Sabers confident in its future.
The South Dakota amateur baseball playoffs feature decisive games this week, with the Windom Pirates and Fairmont Martins battling for the Region 10C title and a Class A rematch between Harrisburg and Renner Monarchs looming.
Ben Wozney, a 25‑year‑old defenseman and Bowling Green alumnus, has signed with the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 season after a top‑scoring stint in France.
The Kansas City Women's Soccer Team secured fifth place in the 2026 Summit League preseason poll, returning key players and welcoming new talent for a season that opens in Ames, Iowa.
The 40th anniversary of the Jensen Beach Post 126 American Legion baseball team's 1986 championship brought together alumni, coaches, and community members to celebrate a historic undefeated season and the enduring impact of legendary coach Bob Shaw.
A 24‑hour marathon of college basketball games will open the 2026‑27 season on November 2, featuring eight matchups across two states and streamed online.
The University of South Dakota women's soccer team opens its 2026 campaign on the road, facing Northern Iowa and Nebraska, buoyed by a strong 2025 finish and a roster brimming with experience.
The 2026 Hall of Fame class celebrates five players whose college exploits foreshadowed their NFL greatness, highlighting the diverse paths that led to football immortality.
Adam Vinatieri’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame celebrates a career that blended record‑breaking accuracy with unforgettable game‑changing moments, while honoring the personal values that guided his path.
UNC adds 7‑foot center Cameron Fens, a transfer portal standout, after his eligibility was cleared, bolstering the Tar Heels’ frontcourt with size, experience and defensive prowess.
Cameron Fens joins the Tar Heels, adding size and rebounding as the team reshapes its roster and schedule
Cameron Fens, a double‑double star from Dubuque Hempstead, pledges to the University of North Carolina, bringing a multi‑generational basketball lineage and a new eligibility framework into focus.
The first day of the 2026 American Legion Baseball regionals saw eight eliminations, notable performances from Essex Junction, Florence and Owensboro, and a schedule that will keep the tournament intense through Friday.
UNC announced the addition of Cameron Fens, a dominant rebounder and shot‑blocker from South Dakota State, who will benefit from a fifth year of eligibility granted by the NCAA. His arrival addresses the team’s need for physicality and adds depth to a post group already featuring Sayon Keita, Alexandros Samodurov and Cade Bennerman.
Cameron Fens, a 7‑foot center from South Dakota, has pledged to the UNC Tar Heels, bringing a fifth year of eligibility and a strong defensive skill set to the roster.
Cameron Fens, a 7‑foot, 255‑pound center from South Dakota, has pledged to the North Carolina Tar Heels, adding depth and physicality to a roster entering Michael Malone's first year as head coach.
The former South Dakota basketball center is moving to North Carolina, where he will work with Michael Malone’s staff, a transition explored in a recent podcast and supported by video edits from Jacob Turner.
The Argus Leader's recent 'Mount Rushmore' poll celebrates the top high school basketball players from South Dakota, spotlighting eight athletes whose achievements echo across the NBA, WNBA and college courts.