It’s that time once again where we get ready to change the calendar to another year and start planning for what the next year will hold. But first, let’s take a look back at some of the best high school sports and activities moments from 2022.
No. 10 – Bailey Sobczak Wins Spirit of Su
Honoring a legend with a Su recipient’s Spirit
Rapid City Stevens senior Bailey Sobczak grew up admiring the legacy of SuAnne Big Crow. At a younger age, she even did a wax museum project at school where she researched SuAnne, put a speech together, and presented it from SuAnne’s perspective. During the process, she met Chick Big Crow, SuAnne’s mother.
During the 2022 ‘AA’ girls state basketball tournament, Bailey was selected as the recipient of the Spirit of Su award. For Bailey, it was an honor that is hard to explain.
No. 9 – Brandon Valley Indoor Percussion Season
Indoor percussion ensemble | In Games
Indoor Percussion Ensemble is not a state-sanctioned activity but that hasn’t stopped the Brandon Valley squad from making its mark with the activity.
The Lynx competed this past spring in the WGI Scholastic Open Finals in Dayton, Ohio where they not only qualified for the finals, but finished in 8th place.
No. 8 – The De Smet Boys Go Back To Back
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
The De Smet Bulldogs were the pre-season favorites to win the 2022 ‘B’ boys basketball title. And while it wasn’t always pretty at times, they always came through when it mattered most.
De Smet was also the top seed in the 2020 state championship, which was canceled due to the pandemic. They won it in 2021 in dominating fashion, and then refueled and regrouped to do it again in 2022.
No. 7 – Winner’s Kaden Keizer Wins Fourth Straight Wrestling Title
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
Winner Area’s Kaden Keizer became just the 17th ‘B’ wrestler in state history to win four state wrestling championships in 2022. He won titles in the 145 lb weight class as a senior and junior, won at 126 lb as a sophomore and 120 lb as a freshman.
“I am much more humble than grateful for everything. You know, friends, comrades, all of them. I wouldn’t be here without them.”
No. 6 – Pierre Wins First Girls Wrestling Team Title
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
Girls wrestling continues to grow in South Dakota. In 2022, it was the first time a team championship award was given for the girls’ side of the sport. It was Pierre who won the team’s inaugural title.
As a team, the Governor’s girls wrestling squad finished with 146 team points. Canton took second place with 129, Spearfish in third place with 83, Harrisburg in fourth place with 75, and Brookings rounded out the top 5 with 61.
No. 5 – Elk Point-Jefferson wins state football title in first trip to dome
SDHSAA 2022 Class 11B Football Championships
Elk Point-Jefferson went to the dome for the first time in school history this fall, going up against Winner, one of the most decorated football programs in the state.
Not only did the Huskies win their first title on their first trip, in a David vs. Goliath type game, but they also ended Winner’s 34-game winning streak.
No. 4 – Alea Hardie puts a stamp on a stellar career
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
O’Gorman long distance runner Alea Hardie finished her high school career at the 2022 state track championships with three gold medals for the event.
Over the course of her career, she has nine gold medals in state track, despite the state meet her sophomore year being canceled by the pandemic. She is one of the best female long distance runners in state history.
No. 3 – Pierre football wins the sixth consecutive
SDHSAA 2022 Class 11AA Football Championships
The Governors have been on top of 11AA football for more than half a decade in South Dakota. In November, they won their sixth consecutive state title.
Career Stat🏈!!⭐️9,100 passing yards⭐️104 passing yards⭐️3,502 rushing yards⭐️44 rushing touchdowns⭐️3 year starter⭐️3x All Conference⭐️3x First Team All State⭐️3x State Champion⭐️MVP⭐️ MVP3x Joe Robbie
Part of their recent success has been due to their quarterback Lincoln Kienholz, who is considered by many to be one of the best football players in the history of the state. He will play college football at THE Ohio State University next fall.
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No. 2 – Simeon Birnbaum’s memorable season
A Record-Breaking Year | In Games
Arguably, no individual had a better overall season in 2022 than Simeon Birnbaum. He broke the state high school record in the mile and two-mile run, and then in June in Seattle, Washington, he ran a mile under four minutes.
During the nation’s recorded history, only 17 high school athletes have ever run a mile in under four minutes. And of those 17, only three of them were juniors – including Birnbaum.
No. 1 – Viborg-Hurley’s Cinderella Story
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Viborg-Hurley entered the 2022 ‘B’ girls state basketball tournament as the No. 8 seed. They defeated top-ranked Aberdeen Roncalli, who was the defending state champion in Class A from the 2021, in the quarter-final round, and then beat Corsica-Stickney in the semi-finals. The Cougars topped De Smet in the title game to end their incredible run.
While an 8 seed leading the table has been done before, it is rare to see it happen in ‘B’ basketball.
Honorable Mentions | Harrisburg Freshman Riley Christensen wins ‘AA’ boys golf title, Pierre wins first girls tennis title, Reese Ross’ ‘A’ girls state championship performance , St. Thomas More wins the title, Sioux Falls Lincoln is fourth in the Bands of American St. , and Deuel’s Paige Simon wins 12 titles.
Other Great Moments | SF Christian’s volleyball dynasty continues, Erin Kuper’s memorable week, Sioux Valley and Dakota Valley continue a dynasty in ‘A’ cheer and dance, and Bison fight through the weather to win the title of state golf.
What were some of your favorite high school sports and activities moments from 2022? What are you most looking forward to in 2023?
How can I watch SD High School Football championships?
All seven state championship games will be broadcast live on SDPB1-TV and streamed online at SDPB. To see also : Professor: Music brings children out best.org/football.
What channel are the alabama high school playoffs on? TELEVISION BROADCAST All seven 2022 AHSAA Super 7 games will be broadcast LIVE on Alabama Public Television across the state.
How to watch South Dakota High School football championships?
The 2022 South Dakota high school football championships are scheduled to be held at the Dakota Dome in Vermillion this week, Nov. 10-12. All seven state championship games will be broadcast live on SDPB1-TV and streamed online at SDPB.org/football.
How can I watch high school football in Texas?
WAYS TO WATCH: Viewers can watch the games live on the Bally Sports Southwest and Bally Sports Southwest Extra channels with their pay TV provider. On the same subject : Violet Kimble C’21 starts her business while studying at Yale. Some games will be broadcast on the main channel, and some will be on Extra.
Who is the best wrestler in South Dakota?
1. Randy Lewis. Randy Lewis, of Rapid City, won three state high school championships, was a four-time All-American and two-time national champion at the University of Iowa, and won a gold medal in the 1984 Olympics. Read also : Vermont High School Sports Scores for Wednesday, September 7.
Which state produces the best wrestlers?
How can I watch SD State Wrestling?
Welcome to SDPB’s online coverage of the 2022 SDHSAA Wrestling Tournament. You are on the feed for Mat 1 (of 8 mats). Use the links at sdpb.org/wrestling to find the exact match you want to watch directly from the bracket.
Who won South Dakota State Wrestling?
Championship: Kaden Keizer (Winner Area) 54-0, Sr. over Jackson Remmers (McCook Central/Montrose) 50-4, So. (MD 15-6); Third: Carter Lenz (Kimball/White Lake/Platte-Geddes) 36-12, Jr.
Where is state wrestling North Dakota?
The North Dakota State Bison wrestling team represents North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota. The Bison currently compete in the Big 12 Conference and play duals at home at the Scheels Center. NDSU is currently coached by Roger Kish.
What is the best division in high school sports?
- Let’s put it this way. …
- Once you get to Division 1, you are faced with a situation where EVERYONE at that level was the best athlete in their high school, and maybe even their district.
What is the best sports division? Division I teams are the most prestigious, have the most money, and have the highest caliber of athletes. Division I schools are also the largest on average.
What does 1A 2A 3A 4A mean?
1A- less than 41 total eligible students. 2A- 41-85 total eligible students. 3A- 86-200 total eligible students. 4A- 201-450 total eligible students. 5A- greater than 450 total eligible students.
What does Division 1 mean in high school?
D1 schools stand out because they are the largest schools with the largest budgets to support their athletic programs. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), an organization that currently governs 24 collegiate sports, labels schools as D1, D2, or D3.
