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Back row, left to right: Trevor Kenobbie, Landon Cleveland, Camden Jost, Mason Schelske, Isaac Kolousek, Parker DeJean and Coach Joe Butterfield. Front row, left to right: Terrek Butterfield, Coy Fastnacht, Dalton Mogck, Dylan Schimke, Cade Mohling, Drew Olinger, Clay Olinger. Not pictured: Blake Larson, Clayton Dornbusch, Lucas VanEnglenburg, Tyson Lien, Michael Johnson. KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN

Back row, left to right: Trevor Kenobbie, Landon Cleveland, Camden Jost, Mason Schelske, Isaac Kolousek, Parker DeJean and Coach Joe Butterfield. Front row, left to right: Terrek Butterfield, Coy Fastnacht, Dalton Mogck, Dylan Schimke, Cade Mohling, Drew Olinger, Clay Olinger. Not pictured: Blake Larson, Clayton Dornbusch, Lucas VanEnglenburg, Tyson Lien, Michael Johnson. KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN

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Owls Soar to 2-0

Riley Roduner True Dakotan
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
After the thrilling home opener that produced a 5-1 win over the Plankinton Bankers last Thursday, the Springs Owls were on the road Sunday and were able to claim victory over the Winner Demons.
The golf tournament season is officially underway with the Annual Pair of Jacks Memorial Tournament drawing 26 teams to the course Sunday, May 26. The tournament was held in memory of Jack Ferguson and Jack Krueger and hosted by the Ferguson and Krueger families. The families said the tournament was held in celebration of two Wessington Springs men and their love for community, family, friends and golf.

The golf tournament season is officially underway with the Annual Pair of Jacks Memorial Tournament drawing 26 teams to the course Sunday, May 26. The tournament was held in memory of Jack Ferguson and Jack Krueger and hosted by the Ferguson and Krueger families. The families said the tournament was held in celebration of two Wessington Springs men and their love for community, family, friends and golf.

Pair of Jacks Kicks Off Golf Tournament Season and Benefits Spartans Athletics

News Staff
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
The Annual Pair of Jacks Memorial Golf Tourney kicked off the golf tournament season at the Springs Country Club in Wessington Springs on Sunday, May 26.
Shown at Friday's community send off for the state-bound Spartans are, left to right: Head Golf Coach Regina Teveldal, Luke Larson, JD Thompson, Blake Larson and Brock Krueger.

Shown at Friday's community send off for the state-bound Spartans are, left to right: Head Golf Coach Regina Teveldal, Luke Larson, JD Thompson, Blake Larson and Brock Krueger.

Round One Recap: WSHS Spartans Lead Class B State Boys Golf by Nine-Strokes

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Putting in the time has been a consistent mantra for the Wessington Springs Spartans Varsity golf team, and after yesterday’s round one finish in the top spot at the Class B State Boys Golf Tournament, the team and time-focused strategy is paying big dividends.
Avery Orth left her mark in girls shot put as she walked out of the ring to stand up on the podium in 2nd place for girls Class B. Her season’s best remains the school record, 40’ 8.” PHOTO COURTESY SDPB

Avery Orth left her mark in girls shot put as she walked out of the ring to stand up on the podium in 2nd place for girls Class B. Her season’s best remains the school record, 40’ 8.” PHOTO COURTESY SDPB

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Student Athletes’ Commitment Stands Out at State

Track And Field Head Coach Becky Krueger
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
On Wednesday, May 22, 2024, members of the Spartans T&F team traveled to Sioux Falls to prepare for the threeday state track and field meet at Howard Wood Stadium. The weather Wednesday was too perfect and almost a tease.We started Thursday morning, watching Class B girls shot put.
The 2B Regional Champions with Coach Regina Teveldal, Luke Larson, Blake Larson, Brock Krueger and JD Thompson.

The 2B Regional Champions with Coach Regina Teveldal, Luke Larson, Blake Larson, Brock Krueger and JD Thompson.

Community Supper Planned for State-Bound Spartans

News Staff
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
The community as a whole is invited to the Country Club on Friday, May 31 at 6 p.m. to help congratulate the state-bound golf team and wish them luck as they head to the State Tournament June 3-4 in Brookings.
Spartans golfers shown at 2B regions held Monday at Rocky Run Golf Course in Dell Rapids, left to right are: Taylor Braun, Luke Larson, Blake Larson, Brock Krueger, JD Thompson and Kaitlyn Braun. PHOTO COURTESY JILL BRAUN

Spartans golfers shown at 2B regions held Monday at Rocky Run Golf Course in Dell Rapids, left to right are: Taylor Braun, Luke Larson, Blake Larson, Brock Krueger, JD Thompson and Kaitlyn Braun. PHOTO COURTESY JILL BRAUN

Spartans Sizzle at Golf Regions

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Monday’s compelling first place win (235) at 2B regions held at Rocky Run Golf Course in Dell Rapids catapulted the Spartans team made up of Blake Larson, Brock Krueger, Luke Larson and JD Thompson to the state competition slated for June 3-4 in Brookings.
State Track and Field Qualifiers Announced Following Last Chance Meet

State Track and Field Qualifiers Announced Following Last Chance Meet

State Track and Field Qualifiers Announced Following Last Chance Meet

News Staff
Thursday, May 23, 2024
On Thursday, May 13, 2024, the Spartans traveled to Armour to participate in the Last Chance Meet for region 5B. Due to track and field moving to a top 24 system for qualifying for the three-day state meet, the region meet no longer holds value like it used to.
PHOTO COURTESY COACH BECKY KRUEGER. Ryder Michalek competed in two field events He landed 19’ 8.5” in the long jump in his first three attempts this year and in high jump he cleared 5’ 10” for 3rd place.

PHOTO COURTESY COACH BECKY KRUEGER. Ryder Michalek competed in two field events He landed 19’ 8.5” in the long jump in his first three attempts this year and in high jump he cleared 5’ 10” for 3rd place.

Spartans On the Move With Busy Schedule

Track And Field Head Coach Becky Krueger
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
We had a busy and successful week of track & field meets this past week. We started on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Huron for the 281 Conference meet. Once again, the weather was not in our favor, but with the end of the season nearing a close, we need to make the most of every meet.
Shown during junior high track and field action at home last week is Madilyn Gaikowski .

Shown during junior high track and field action at home last week is Madilyn Gaikowski .

Spartans Shine at 281 Conference Track and Field Meet

Track And Field Head Coach Becky Krueger
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, Spartan Stadium was the host site of the rescheduled JH 281 conference track & field meet. This meet was for 7th and 8th graders. Throwing shot put for the girls was Baleigh Sails and Tenley Olinger. These two girls, along with Lily Roesler threw discus.
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