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Spartans Gain Momentum, Advance to Championship in 281 Conference Tourney

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

All eyes have been on the Wessington Springs Spartans after clinching the top seed in both girls and boys basketball ahead of the 281 Conference Tournament.

BOWLING NEWS

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Town & Country 1/3/2024 Hine Show Steers 15, American Bank & Trust 15, Gutter Girls 11, Springs Inn 10, Sweet Grass 6, Fancy Stitching 6. Team High Series: American Bank & Trust 2285. Individual High Handicap Series: Kelly Von Eye 644. Scratch: Meg Forrest 530.

Girls’ and Boys’ 281 Conference Basketball Tourneys Kick Off with Wessington Springs Leading the Pack

News Staff

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

The anticipation is high as the stage is set for the 281 Conference Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball Tournaments, set to tip off this weekend. The spotlight is on Wessington Springs, which clinched the top seed in both categories.

Alyssa Grohs led the scoring with 16 points. PHOTO COURTESY 605 SPORTS / TREY KAUL

Spartans Face Tough Battle Against Ethan's 3-Point Barrage, Fall Short 61-48 Despite Strong Efforts

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

On Friday the Spartans traveled to Ethan to take on one of the top teams in girls basketball. The Spartans traded baskets with Ethan to start the game, but Ethan kept making 3s and the Spartans trailed 20-10 after one quarter of play. Ethan made six, 3-point shots in the first quarter.

The Spartans brought home a big win after battling it out against Ethan on the road last Friday, January 5, emerging victorious 49-- 38. Parker Graff led with 16 points, followed by Ryder Michalek with 15 points. Blake Larson (shown above) had 8 points, Colby Flowers finished with 7 and Karter Mebius had 3. PHOTO COURTESY 605 SPORTS / TREY KAUL

Spartans move to 5-1 on the season with 49-38 win over Ethan

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Quinten Christensen joined his family for bowling during Christmas break at Wessington Springs’ official SDSU watch party location, Pin Twisters. Back row, left to right: Brandon Jacobs, Teri Bergeleen, Abigail Yost, Bailey Yost, Rodney, Erin, Remi and Gentry Yost. Front row, left to right: Hayes and Wade Christensen, Kathy Yost, Christina, Landen and Quinten Christensen. Pin Twisters is hosting a FCS Championship watch party Sunday, January 7.

Hometown Jackrabbit Reflects on the Season as SDSU Eyes Back-to-Back Championships in FCS Showdown Against Montana

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

As the South Dakota State Jackrabbits gear up to face off against Montana in the FCS championship game on January 7 in Frisco, TX, SDSU offensive lineman and Wessington Springs High School alumni Quinten Christensen took some time with family and friends to reflect on the past season and the road...

Spartans Secure Thrilling 48-46 Victory Against Viborg-Hurley in Parkston Classic Nail-Biter

News Staff

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

BY HEAD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH JASON KOLOUSEK On Friday, December 29, the Wessington Springs Spartans girls basketball team participated in the Parkston Classic. The Spartans were paired against Viborg-Hurley and came out with an exciting 48-46 victory to move to 5-1 on the season.

Parker Graff during Wessington Springs Spartans basketball action last Thursday at home.

Double Header Basketball Action Heats Up Chilly Night

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Double header basketball proved to be double the fun last Thursday as both the girls and boys varsity basketball teams emerged with victories. Wessington Springs Spartans Girls jumped to 4-1 on the season after defeating Sunshine Bible 47-19 at home.

The camera catches Blake Larson mid-flight Saturday at home.

Saturday showdown moves Spartans to 1-1 after 33-38 loss to Howard

News Staff

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Stepping on the floor against Howard on Saturday, December 16, the Spartans were 1-0. After gaining some momentum in the second quarter, the Spartans fell to Howard 33-38. Leading scorers of the game were, Parker Graff (17), Brock Krueger (6) and Blake Larson (4).

Wrestling Schedule Available In This Week's Print And E-Edition

Wrestling Schedule Available In This Print And E-Edition

News Staff

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Stay up to date with the WS/W/WW Wrestling schedule with the full color schedule in this week’s print and e-edition this week. The e-edition offers a convenient opportunity to view the schedule on your mobile device as you’re on the go. Not signed up for the e-edition yet?

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