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South Dakota Reaches Settlement With NCAA Ahead of Antitrust Payout Approval | PYMNTS.com
South Dakota and the NCAA have resolved their legal dispute just days before a critical federal court ruling on the NCAA’s proposed $2.8 billion antitrust settlement, a move that could have broad implications for collegiate athletics across the country.
The settlement, confirmed by South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley, marks the conclusion of a months-long legal battle over how the financial burden of the House, Carter, and Hubbard antitrust cases would be distributed among NCAA Division I institutions. According to Sportico, the NCAA has now agreed to reduce the financial hit to all D-I programs, including those not part of the Power Four conferences, by 33%.
South Dakota’s lawsuit, filed in September on behalf of the University of South Dakota (USD) and South Dakota State University (SDSU), challenged the NCAA’s plan to fund the landmark settlement by decreasing future revenue distributions to its members. The state contended that smaller programs like USD and SDSU would be disproportionately impacted, forfeiting a combined $8 million over the next decade—an amount South Dakota argued bore no relation to the NIL-related gains or legal risks tied to their athletes.
Per Sportico, the NCAA’s updated approach includes a $55 million contribution from a surplus in its national office budget, funds made available after exceeding fiscal targets. The association also reiterated its commitment to hosting championship events in South Dakota and preserving revenues tied to the newly formed Division I women’s basketball fund.
South Dakota’s Lawsuit Against NCAA to Proceed in State Court
Previously, South Dakota had pursued a preliminary injunction to halt the NCAA from reducing distributions, with a hearing set for last Thursday. That proceeding was ultimately canceled after both sides reached a deal.
The dispute initially gained traction after a similar legal concern raised by Houston Christian University (HCU) failed in federal court last summer. Learning from that attempt, South Dakota pursued the matter in its state court, arguing the issue was contractual in nature and not subject to federal oversight. A federal judge agreed last month, remanding the case back to state jurisdiction.
In announcing the resolution, Jackley emphasized the dual benefits of the agreement: a tangible financial concession from the NCAA and the opportunity for South Dakota to collaborate with the association on future financial policies. “This settlement is a win for our universities and ensures that our athletes and programs are not unfairly penalized,” Jackley said in a public statement.
The NCAA, in its own release, maintained that South Dakota’s claims lacked legal merit, noting that internal financial decisions by membership organizations are typically insulated from court challenges. It further argued that the potential budget shortfalls cited by USD and SDSU—less than 5% of their respective athletic budgets—did not meet the standard for court-ordered intervention.
Source: Sportico
The 2026 South Dakota legislative session is still a week away but we’re already seeing dozens of bills being introduced.
The Legislative Research Council’s website shows more than 60 bills already on tap as of Tuesday.
But many more are on the way. In recent years, the Legislature has seen on average around 500 bills per session. Generally, a little under half end up being signed into law.
Some of the early bills include an act allowing for the removal of a county commissioner and another creating a tax exemption for data centers.
Attorney General Marty Jackley is also introducing a host of bills including one allowing law enforcement to seize cryptocurrency that’s part of a criminal investigation.
“Cryptocurrency has become a haven for scammers, drug traffickers, and human traffickers, costing South Dakotans millions in losses and fueling online crime,” said Jackley. “This legislation adds ‘digital currency’ to South Dakota’s seizure laws, giving law enforcement the tools to confiscate illicit crypto assets and disrupt criminal networks hiding behind digital secrecy.”
A full list of bills and resolutions is available on the LRC’s website.
The 2026 session begins Jan. 13.
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Jan. 5, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
04-18-24-51-56, Powerball: 14, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
02-07-08-21-45, Lucky Ball: 15
Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from Jan. 5 drawing
12-19-21-30-47, Star Ball: 05, ASB: 03
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
- Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Jan. 4, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 4 drawing
03-08-13-38-47, Lucky Ball: 02
Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
- Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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