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South Dakota state high school golf championship team, individual leaderboards
SIOUX FALLS — The spring 2025 South Dakota High School Activities Association state individual and team golf champions were crowned on Tuesday, June 3.
The action took place at four golf courses around the state as the SDHSAA girls and Class B boys golf champions were decided.
Here’s a look at the results:
Monday-Tuesday at Prairie Green GC, Sioux Falls.
Team scores:
1. Aberdeen Central, 317-308—625
2. Mitchell, 327-316—643
3. Rapid City Stevens, 342-332—674
4. O’Gorman, 353-343—696
5. Sioux Falls Jefferson, 362-342—704
6. Sioux Falls Lincoln, 358-347—705
7. Brookings, 377-354—731
8. Yankton, 378-368—746
9. Brandon Valley, 380-382—762
10. Pierre, 409-394—803
Top-25 individuals
1. Olivia Braun, Aberdeen Central, 71-69—140
2. Maddie Childs, Mitchell, 77-71—148
3. Alison Kennedy, Spearfish, 79-73—152
4. Emma Dohrer, Aberdeen Central, 77-77—154
5. Kyley Wirebaugh, Aberdeen Central, 80-77—157
6. Gabi Olson, Watertown, 81-77—158
T7. Erin Hurd, O’Gorman, 83-78—161
T7. Anna Eliason, Mitchell, 77-84—161
T9. Faith Skelton, Sioux Falls Jefferson, 84-79—163
T9. Ava Eliason, Mitchell, 85-78—163
11. Liliana Van der Wyst, Rapid City Stevens, 85-79—164
T12. Hayden Thorton, Rapid City Stevens, 85-80—165
T12. Lauren Knapp, Rapid City Stevens, 81-84—165
14. Geneva Fredrickson, O’Gorman, 84-82—166
T15. Miyah Foerster, Brookings, 88-79—167
T15. Hadley Hart, Pierre, 83-84—167
17. Ella Homstad, Yankton, 81-87—168
T18. Abbigail Westra, Sioux Falls Lincoln, 88-83—171
T18. Mia Larson, Mitchell, 88-83—171
20. Sabrina Krajewski, Yankton, 89-84—173
T21. Cadence Kijmer, Spearfish, 90-84—174
T21. Chloe Vikander, Aberdeen Central, 89-85—174
23. Olivia Schaefer, Sioux Falls Lincoln, 88-87—175
T24. Josie Bertrand, Brookings, 89-87—176
T24. Lillian Heisinger, Sturgis Brown, 86-90—176
Monday-Tuesday at Madison GC, Madison.
Team scores:
1. St. Thomas More, 345-335—680
2. Sioux Falls Christian, 345-340—685
3. Aberdeen Roncalli, 348-352—700
4. Vermillion, 344-368—712
5. Madison, 368-350—718
6. West Central, 374-367—741
7. Sioux Valley, 410-397—807
8. Winner, 419-396—815
9. Chamberlain, 424-406—830
10. Belle Fourche, 426-415—841
11. Rapid City Christian, 456-443—899
12. Custer, 457-458—915
13. Mount Vernon/Plankinton, 493-459—952
Top-25 individuals
1. Rylan Horning, St. Thomas More, 81-76—157
2. Claire Crawford, Aberdeen Roncalli, 76-84—160
3. Kaitlin Strain, St. Thomas More, 84-77—161
4. Ari Jacobs, West Central, 81-83—164
T5. Addicyn Sailer, Dakota Valley, 83-83—166
T5. Tori Peterson, Sioux Falls Christian, 80-86—166
7. Delilah Maxwell, Madison, 85-82—167
8. Kenzley Heath, Sisseton, 87-83—170
T9. Chloe Attema, Sioux Falls Christian, 89-83—172
T9. Katie Betsworth, Dakota Valley, 88-84—172
11. Aubrie Van Beek, Sioux Falls Christian, 86-87—173
T12. Sienna Maxwell, Madison, 92-82—174
T12. Georgia Johnson, Vermillion, 92-82—174
T12. Ronnie Wilharm, Vermillion, 84-90—174
T15. Grace Seyer, Aberdeen Roncalli, 93-82—175
T15. Alexis Nerison, Sioux Falls Christian, 90-85—175
T15. Taylor Reuvers, Vermillion, 81-94—175
18. Jaida Jacobs, Little Wound, 87-90—177
19. Mackenzie Wegehaupt, Aberdeen Roncalli, 86-92—178
20. Trey Speer, Chamberlain, 90-90—180
21. Sydney Giuseffi, St. Thomas More, 89-93—182
T22. Claire Wiebelhaus, Dakota Valley, 88-95—183
T22. Blaire Eberhard, West Central, 87-96—183
24. Avery Heibult, Sioux Falls Christian, 98-86—184
T25. Gracie Root, Winner, 98-87—185
T25. Amity Strand, St. Thomas More, 91-94—185
Monday-Tuesday at Prairie Winds GC, Watertown.
Team scores:
1. Dell Rapids St. Mary’s, 257-244—501
2. Miller, 258-251—509
3. Clark/Willow Lake, 288-247—535
4. Chester, 273-279—552
5. Philip, 282-284—566
6. Platte-Geddes, 296-286—582
7. Deubrook Area, 293-290—583
8. Burke, 308-294—602
9. Howard, 306-299—605
10. Mobridge-Pollock, 309-299—608
11. Colman-Egan, 310-320—630
12. Faulkton Area, 328-330—658
13. Harding County, 341-331—672
Top-25 individuals
1. Brynn Roehrich, Clark/Willow Lake, 72-72—144
2. Jadyn McDonald, Chester, 74-74—148
3. Jayce Pugh, Miller, 73-78—151
4. Isabella McNaughton, St. Mary’s, 81-78—159
5. Olivia Olson, Sully Buttes, 88-80—168
6. Kaihlyn Anderberg, Miller, 88-81—169
T7. Taryn Hettick, Selby Area, 88-82—170
T7. Allie Hansen, St. Mary’s, 87-83—170
T7. Claire Berg, Baltic, 83-87—170
10. Sophia McNaughton, St. Mary’s, 89-83—172
11. Mallory Gant, Platte-Geddes, 88-86—174
12. Faith Roehrich, Clark/Willow Lake, 95-81—176
T13. Ayla Texley, Estelline/Hendricks, 88-89—177
T13. Claire Gerlach, Corsica-Stickney, 87-90—177
15. Bella Guthrie, Ethan, 88-90—178
T16. Olivia Knox, Doland, 93-86—179
T16. Taylor O’Connell, Philip, 91-88—179
T16. Halle Schultz, Howard, 89-90—179
T19. Mollie Simon, Ipswich, 94-89—183
T19. Anika Mueller, Faulkton Area, 90-93—183
21. Jade Buse, Freeman Academy/Marion, 92-92—184
T22. Olivia Bull, Burke, 96-89—185
T22. Addy Miller, Philip, 87-98—185
T24. Brooke Jennings, De Smet, 94-92—186
T24. Kennedy Alverson, Chester, 93-93—186
Monday-Tuesday at Cattail Crossing GC, Watertown.
Team scores (top-15):
1. Hanson, 225-234—459
2. Wall, 231-229—460
3. Clark/Willow Lake, 229-245—474
T4. Hill City, 245-240—485
T4. Sully Buttes, 239-246—485
6. Philip, 237-249—486
T7. Miller, 247-241—488
T7. Flandreau, 231-257—488
9. Edmunds Central, 240-251—491
10. Webster Area, 248-246—494
11. Bon Homme, 242-254—496
12. Wessington Springs, 248-249—497
13. Chester, 243-256—499
14. De Smet, 250-252—502
T15. Hamlin, 238-266—504
T15. Platte-Geddes, 249-255—504
Top-25 individuals
1. Trevor Schulz, Wall, 74-71—145
2. Gavin Colson, Sully Buttes, 73-75—148
3. Will Jarding, Hanson, 73-76—149
T4. Larz Tvedt, Wolsey-Wessington, 74-76—150
T4. Wyatt Larson, McIntosh, 72-78—150
T6. Ben Wilber, Hanson, 75-76—151
T6. Carter Vogel, Chester, 73-78—151
T8. Tannen Auch, Freeman, 72-80—152
T8. Alfie Henderson, Flandreau, 71-81—152
10. Kaiden Weinreis, Doland, 73-80—153
T11. Maxxon Kees, De Smet, 76-78—154
T11. Oliver Fritzche, Miller, 75-79—154
T13. Leo Daiss, Hill City, 79-76—155
T13. Emmet Dinger, Wall, 77-78—155
T15. Taylor Kriech, Colman-Egan, 81-75—156
T15. Kooper Wookey, Clark/Willow Lake, 77-79—156
T15. Kaden Wookey, Clark/Willow Lake, 73-83—156
T18. Bryson One Star, White River, 83-75—158
T18. Aiden Riggs, Ethan, 75-83—158
T20. Luke Stukel, Gregory, 81-78—159
T20. Hadley Thompson, Timber Lake, 79-80—159
T20. Seth Hettick, Edmunds Central, 78-81—159
T20. Seth Lesnar, Webster Area, 78-81—159
T20. AJ Wilber, Hanson, 77-82—159
T25. Hayden Thompson, Timber Lake, 80-80—160
T25. Masique Carley, Philip, 79-81—160
T25. Alfred Frankenhoff, Chester, 78-82—160
Editor’s note: If you cite the results of this poll, credit South Dakota News Watch and the Chiesman Center for Democracy, per copyright law and our republishing policy.
PIERRE, S.D. – With seven weeks until the June 2 primary, U.S. House Rep. Dusty Johnson is close to avoiding a runoff in the race to secure the GOP nomination for governor, according to a new poll sponsored by South Dakota News Watch and the Chiesman Center for Democracy at the University of South Dakota.
In the contests for U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, state Attorney General Marty Jackley and U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds have solid leads over their challengers.
The scientific survey of 500 registered Republicans, conducted April 7-11 by Mason-Dixon Polling and Strategy, found Johnson leading the four-way contest for governor with 34% of likely GOP primary voters supporting his candidacy.
The other three candidates are effectively tied for second due to the margin of error being plus-or-minus 4.5%. State House Speaker Jon Hansen, of Dell Rapids, has 18% support from GOP voters, and Aberdeen businessman Toby Doeden and Gov. Larry Rhoden both have 17%. Roughly 14% of those surveyed were undecided.
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If no candidate receives at least 35% of the vote on the June 2 ballot, a runoff between the top two finishers will take place July 28. The winner of the contest will meet Democrat Dan Ahlers in the Nov. 3 general election.
Rhoden’s support drops; Hansen surges
While Johnson, who grew up in Pierre and lives in Mitchell, saw a 6-point increase from the News Watch/Chiesman poll conducted last October, Rhoden’s support fell 10 points.
Julia Hellwege, director of the Chiesman Center and USD associate professor in political science, said Rhoden’s association with his predecessor, former Gov. Kristi Noem, could be behind the drop in poll numbers.
“He has aligned himself closely with Noem. They worked closely together, and he continues to champion her and stand by her,” she said. “There’s a potential that has been a side effect.”
Rhoden served as lieutenant governor under Noem and became governor in January 2025 when President Donald Trump made her secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. He fired her last month after severe criticism.
Hellwege pointed out the poll found that Johnson even leads in West River, a stronghold for Rhoden, who is from Union Center east of Sturgis.
She said one candidate more than any other has been the main beneficiary of the declining support for the sitting governor.
“Anyone shifting from Rhoden is more likely to shift towards Hansen,” Hellwege said, noting that Hansen is a state lawmaker, like Rhoden was, who plays up his conservative Christian credentials.
Hellwege said in comparing the new poll results with those from last year, a certain pattern can be seen. That includes the surge in support for Hansen and Johnson, a decline in support for Rhoden, a stable level of support for Doeden and a lower number of undecided voters.
“My interpretation is many Rhoden voters in the last poll shifted to Hansen voters and the undecideds went to Johnson,” Hellwege said.
SD governor: Johnson in driver’s seat
Hellwege highlighted the extent to which the math favors Johnson.
“Even if all the undecided voters go to one of those second-place candidates, plus if you factor in the margin of error, they still would barely reach where Johnson is sitting right now,” Hellwege said.
Brad Coker, founder of Mason-Dixon Polling and Strategy, ranked as one of the least-biased and most-factual pollsters, also believes Johnson is in a comfortable position.
“Johnson is moving into the clear front-runner status,” he said.
“People know him. People like him, and that’s probably why he’s ahead right now. Whether he can hold on to that will depend on what the other campaigns – particularly Hansen’s – are able to do in the coming weeks,” Coker told News Watch, pointing to the poll results that found Johnson has a 47% favorability rating, the highest of any of the candidates.
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Coker said Hansen has the best chance to challenge Johnson not only because his candidacy has seen the biggest increase in support but also due to not many people knowing him – yet.
“Hansen’s name recognition is only 73%. He’s still got 27% of the voters who don’t know who he is, which I think gives him a much higher ceiling than Doeden and Rhoden,” Coker said. “That tells me Hansen is getting some traction.”
On the flip side, Doeden’s 35% unfavorable rating and high name recognition indicate his support has mostly peaked, Coker said.
“He has a higher negative rating than positive rating, which tells me he’s got a core group behind him, but his growth potential is far more limited, especially since he has 89% name recognition,” Coker said.
The poll was conducted after the four candidates met in the March 31 KELO-TV debate but before the April 13 SDPB and South Dakota News Watch forum.
US House: Jackley has comfortable lead
Since Johnson ran for governor, that opened up South Dakota’s only seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
In that contest, Jackley – who is from Sturgis and previously served as U.S. attorney for the District of South Dakota – has a comfortable lead toward securing the GOP nomination.
According to the poll, he has 68% support from South Dakota Republican voters surveyed, well ahead of challenger James Bialota Jr., who has 12%, with 20% of respondents undecided.
“This primary is definitely in Jackley’s favor, even if all the undecideds move to Bialota,” Hellwege said.
The winner will face Democrat Nicole “Nikki” Gronli in the November general election.
US Senate: Incumbent Rounds ahead by large margin
Rounds – who’s from Pierre and was South Dakota’s governor from 2003 to 2011 – also enjoys a sizable lead over his challenger.
He received 66% support from GOP voters surveyed, compared to 18% for challenger Justin McNeal, with 16% of respondents undecided.
“The fact that McNeal, who is vastly outspent by Rounds, is able to get up to 18% is commendable. But at the same time, I don’t think there’s any expectation that Rounds will not be able to hold on to that seat,” Hellwege said.
The winner will take on Democrat Julian Beaudion in November.
Favorability poll results for all governor, House and Senate candidates
The News Watch/Chiesman poll also asked Republicans their opinions of the candidates. To see results for each person, click the arrow below and the tab for each section: overall, by gender, age and region where they’re from.
Coming Tuesday
Tuesday’s story will focus on South Dakota News Watch/Chiesman Center for Democracy poll results on the job performance rating South Dakotans give Gov. Larry Rhoden, Sen. John Thune and other elected officials. The story also includes voter thoughts on Noem’s time as DHS secretary and President Trump’s decision to fire her.
South Dakota News Watch is an independent nonprofit. Read, donate and subscribe for free at sdnewswatch.org. Contact politics and statehouse reporter Alexander Rifaat: 605-736-4396/alexander.rifaat@sdnewswatch.org.
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FCS Football Recruiting Roundup: South Dakota, Montana State Target 2027 Defensive Standouts
Welcome to another edition of the FCS Football Central Recruiting Roundup.
As spring practice winds down, recruits are still continuing to get on campus to visit schools and meet with their coaching staff. I caught up with some of the latest prospects who received an offer from an FCS program after their visit.
Amarie King | 2027 | DB | 5’7″ 140 lbs | Case High School | Racine, WI
King received his latest offer from South Dakota on April 17 after speaking with defensive coordinator Billy Kirch.
“Coach Kirch told me bout the offer, and that conversation went well. He told me a lot about the school, and asked me what my family and parents do. He said that my film was amazing and that he wanted to offer me,” King said.
“My recruitment is going well, although it is a little stressful here and there, but I am really just being patient and trusting the process, and keep working.”
He has visits to South Dakota and Drake coming up. Last season, he finished with 44 tackles, eight pass breakups, and six interceptions for the Eagles.
After a great conversation with coach kirch I’m blessed to I’ve received my first division 1 offer from @SDCoyotesFB @AntonGraham_ @MJ_NFLDraft @CoachBKirch @joshmanchigiah pic.twitter.com/jaxIYac67A
— Amarie King (@Amarieking27) April 17, 2026
Jayden Harris | 2027 | ATH | 6’2″ 170 lbs | Manteca High School | Manteca, CA
Harris picked up his latest offer from Montana State on Friday when he was in Bozeman for the Bobcats’ Junior Day, and meeting with cornerbacks coach Jordan Lee, defensive coordinator Bobby Daly, and head coach Brent Vigen.
“First, it was Coach Lee, then I had meetings with Coach Daly and Coach Vigen, who broke the news while we were talking. They want me to come in and play early. They like my versatility as a defensive back, and that’s why they offered me,” Harris said.
“The visit was cool! The snow was coming down, and the coaches still showed love. Recruiting is going well right now. Most schools that are in touch with me see something in me for sure, especially since I’m a zero-star athlete, so that’s love. I feel like I’m the best DB in California, and my measurements and production speak for themselves.”
He also has offers from Idaho, Washington State, and Sacramento State. He has upcoming visits to Arizona State and New Mexico.
Last season, he finished with 63 tackles, 11 pass breakups, nine interceptions, six tackles for loss, two sacks, two forced fumbles, and two pick-sixes for the Buffaloes.
Blessed to receive an offer from Montana State University 🐾 @ballcoachLee @CoachBobbyDaly @CoachSauve @CoachSmith59 @bvigen @BrandonHuffman @Rivals_Recruits @GregBiggins pic.twitter.com/ofYdjJKcmK
— Jay Harris (@JaydenOHarris) April 18, 2026
Maurice “MJ” Harrell | 2026 | DB | 6’1″ 170 lbs | Hutchinson CC | Hutchinson, KS
Harrell picked up his first Division I offer from Houston Christian on April 17 after he spoke with cornerbacks coach DeMarcus Coleman.
“Coach Coleman called and told me he liked what we saw from the videos I sent him, and that he wanted me to be a part of his program,” Harrell said.
Last season, he finished with 20 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, one sack, and a fumble recovery for the Blue Dragons. Mercyhurst, Division II UTPB, and Missouri Southern are some other schools he has been in contact with.
Blessed To Receive my first d1 offer from Houstan Christian University pic.twitter.com/OBD9ITQZHS
— MauriceHarrell (@M_Harrell19) April 18, 2026
Jadhari Young | 2026 | WR | 6’1″ 200 lbs | De Anza College | Cupertino, CA
Young received his latest offer from Eastern Illinois on April 15 after speaking with wide receivers coach Tino Smith.
“Coach Smith called me, and we had a long and great conversation. He told me he believes in me and that he thinks I can be great under his coaching,” Young said. “My recruitment has been going great since I graduated two weeks ago. A lot of coaches have expressed a lot of interest in me.”
Young also has offers from Sacramento State, Prairie View A&M, and Chicago State. Last season, he hauled in receptions for 559 yards and seven touchdowns for the Mountain Lions. He was named a Golden Coast Conference First Team selection.
He will be taking his official visit to Eastern Illinois on April 24. Gardner-Webb, West Florida, Monmouth, Stony Brook, and UMass are some other schools he is hearing from.
Blessed to receive my 5th D1 offer from Eastern Illinois University — Dhari Young “DEBO” (@dharigogetit) April 15, 2026
Thank you Coach @coachtinosmith for believing in me💯 pic.twitter.com/yMZjnsfRvK
AJ Moore | 2027 | RB | 5’9″ 200 lbs | College of Dupage | Glen Ellyn, IL
Moore received his first Division I offer from Lindenwood on April 17 after speaking with running backs coach Lane Lawson.
“Coach Lawson called and offered me. He just told me he’d be really excited to have me over and thinks I could be a part of something special with the program they got going over there,” Moore said.
Last season, he finished with 81 carries for 518 yards and five touchdowns, while adding nine receptions for 73 yards and two touchdowns for the Chaparrals, who won their fifth consecutive NJCAA Division III national championship. Moore is working on scheduling his official visit to Lindenwood.
#AGTG After a great conversation with @CoachLawsonLU I am blessed to have my first division 1 offer from Lindenwood University @LindenwoodFB @Dupage_Football @JUCOFFrenzy @AllenTrieu @JordanWesty1 pic.twitter.com/DGLjZC4gIA
— AJ Moore (@ajmoore6_) April 17, 2026
Leshem Nyante | 2027 | OT | 6’5″ 265 lbs | Anna High School | Anna, TX
Nyante picked up his latest offer from Texas Rio Grande Valley on April 17 after he spoke with offensive line coach Jeff Bowen.
“Coach Bowen reached out this morning to officially extend the offer. It was a great talk, and he mentioned they really liked my film and how I would fit their system. So we are focused on building that relationship now,” Nyante said.
“I’m really grateful for how my recruiting process is unfolding so far. Things are definitely moving fast with spring ball right around the corner, and it’s been great seeing the increase in interest every week.”
He also has offers from Arkansas State, Division II Midwestern State, and East Central University. Old Dominion, Texas State, UTEP, and New Mexico are some other schools he is hearing from. Nyante will be taking an official visit to Arkansas State in June.
#AGTG After a great conversation with @CoachJeffBowen , I am blessed to receive a D1 offer from @UTRGVFootball !!@8_parr @Coach_Rigg @tylerdedwards33 @Sevier5 @jessedstew @AnnaCoyotesFB @CoachTBush @Perroni247 @SWiltfong_ @CKennedy247 pic.twitter.com/6o9H13baAb
— Leshem (Shem) Nyantee (@leshemnyantee10) April 17, 2026
Matthew Lashley | 2027 | DB | 6’1″ 198 lbs | Riverside City College | Riverside, CA
Lashley received his latest offer from East Texas A&M on April 15 after speaking with safeties coach Luke Jaicks.
“Coach Jaicks called and offered me. He’s a great coach, and I would love to play for him,” Lashley said. “My recruitment is going well; it’s starting to heat up after spring ball.”
He also has an offer from Southern Utah. Last season, he finished with 14 tackles and two interceptions for the Tigers.
Blessed to receive another D1 offer to @Lions_FB! @JacksonSimon25 @nilsonsports pic.twitter.com/X4iLU8VRID
— Matthew Lashley (@MatthewLashley_) April 15, 2026
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