SDPB & SDHSAA State Soccer Championship Coverage

Another year of champions, memories, and moments. High school sports is what makes South Dakota special, and in 2024, it didn't disappoint.

Vermillion defeated James Valley Christian 3-2 on Saturday night in Yankton for the ‘A’ boys state soccer championship. Late game heroics by Ian Job was the difference maker in the Tanagers claiming their first sanctioned state title.

Sioux Falls Christian can now add a girl’s state soccer championship to their trophy case. The Chargers defeated Groton Area 1-0 in the ‘A’ title match on Saturday in Yankton at Crane-Youngworth Field.

He pulled off one of the most stunning upsets in Olympic history—winning gold in the 10,000 meters at the 1964 Tokyo Games, a race no American was expected to win. His incredible story has inspired books and films, and he continues to share his message of hope and resilience on stages around the world. On this edition of In Play, Craig Mattick is joined by the legendary Billy Mills.

This week Jason Andera and Nate Wek take a closer look at the unbeaten teams in the state and discuss which teams could stay that way and which will have a challenge ahead. Plus, find out who the top playmakers are in the state with the Game Time Game Changers. Also, we give you an in-depth look at the top tilts in high school football coming up on this Friday night, including another big test for Alcester-Hudson as they take on Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy.