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Hay, Trappers get back into win column
The Pierre Trappers of the Expedition League played the Red River Pilots at Hyde Stadium in Pierre on Thursday night. The Trappers won 4-1. The Trappers never trailed in Thursday’s game. Leading the way on the mound was Kaleb Hay, who threw nine complete innings. Hay told the Capital Journal that he felt good about his performance. “I just attacked,” Hay said. “I know I have a great defense behind me, and it showed today.
Millard at the Movies
It’s been a few weeks since I last wrote a Millard at the Movies column. In that time, I’ve watched several movies, including some old B movies that I greatly enjoyed. This week’s movies up for review are “Top Gun: Maverick,” “Jurassic World: Dominion” and “Hustle.” Here are those reviews. Spoilers are ahead. “Top Gun: Maverick” - State 1-2-3 Theatre Before I watched the new “Top Gun: Maverick” movie, I watched the original “Top Gun” from 1986. I fully suggest doing that.
Athlete Q&A: Teagan Gourneau
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Lyman junior Teagan Gourneau. Here are our questions and his answers… Q: What sports do you compete in? A: Football and rodeo Q: Favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: Rodeo, because I really like meeting all the new people and have made lots of friends Q: Favorite thing about being involved in rodeo? A: I’ve met lots of great people and some of my best friends doing rodeo. Q: Best advice you’ve received from a parent and/or coach?
Athlete Q&A: Allyson Wittler
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Sully Buttes junior Allyson Wittler. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I play volleyball and basketball. Q: Favorite sport to play? Why? A: Basketball, because I have an amazing head and assistant coach that made me love the sport over the years. Q: Best advice you’ve received from a coach and/or parent? A: “You only get screened if you wanna get screened.” — Coach Senftner Q: Favorite school subject?
Millard with the Music Reviews
This week’s collection of music being reviewed might be the most eclectic group of music that I’ve reviewed. This week’s new album reviews are with “I Used to Think I Could Fly” by Tate McRae, “Twelve Carat Toothache” by Post Malone and “Scoring the End of the World” by Motionless in White. This week’s Classic Album of the Week is “Hounds of Love” by Kate Bush. ‘Hounds of Love,’ (Kate Bush, Sept.
Athlete Q&A: Jett Zabel
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre T.F. Riggs sophomore Jett Zabel. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: Basketball, baseball, football and track. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: Football, because you can truck people and win championships. Q: Best advice you’ve received from a coach and/or parent? A: “You’ve gotta get there. It’s been in the air for five seconds.” — Goody Q: Favorite school subject? A: Lunch, because I like food.
Post 8 honors Dean during game against Mandan
The Pierre Post 8 varsity team hosted the Mandan Chiefs in a single game on Tuesday at Hyde Stadium in Pierre. The two teams were originally scheduled to play in a doubleheader, but the second game was canceled due to rain in the area. In the middle of the game, Post 8 honored Greg Dean by presenting his family with the Hometown Hero Award.
Athlete Q&A: Emerie Stephens
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre T.F. Riggs senior Emerie Stephens. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: What sports do you compete in? A: I compete in gymnastics and track and field (pole vault and short distance sprints). Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: My favorite sport to compete in is gymnastics. For as long as I can remember, I have always been flipping around. I still love doing that. Q: Favorite music to listen to/dance to during practice?
Scott’s Thoughts: Ready for Post 8 Home Opener
Tuesday will see the Pierre Post 8 varsity legion baseball team play the Mandan Chiefs in a double header at Hyde Stadium in Pierre. First pitch is scheduled for 5 p.m. CT. The game will function as the home opener for the Eights. I for one am very excited to see the Post 8 team play in person. They’ve been playing on the road for most of the season, which is a common theme. They are scheduled to play just 15 home games in the regular season compared to 28 games on the road.
Athlete Q&A: Brooklynn Herman
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre T.F. Riggs senior Brooklynn Herman. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: What sports do you compete in? A: I run track, am a football manager and a sideline cheerleader for basketball, and I dance at Sarah’s Dance Studio. Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: My favorite sport is probably dance. I love to be able to be up on stage dancing. It is a way to express myself and is a great way to relieve stress.
Athlete Q&A: Jamin McGray
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre T.F. Riggs junior Jamin “JJ” McGray. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you compete in? A: Cross country and taekwondo Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: Taekwondo, because I get to challenge myself and go against higher ranks than me. Q: What do you want people to understand about taekwondo that they may not know? A: Taekwondo is about self defense, and it’s a great family sport for everyone.
Post 8 Junior Legion swept by Watertown
The Pierre Post 8 Junior Legion hosted the Watertown Post 17 Junior Legion in a doubleheader at Hyde Stadium in Pierre on Thursday. Watertown won both games, with the first game being a ten run rule game. Game one saw Watertown win 15-2. Post 8 scored two runs in the bottom of the fifth inning off singles by Matthew Coverdale and Nolan Peterson. Watertown’s biggest inning was the fifth inning. They scored ten runs in the top of the fifth. Three of those runs came on passed balls.
Pierre rallies around Letelliers after fire
During graduation weekend for Pierre T.F. Riggs High School, one family experienced an unimaginable tragedy, as the house belonging to the Letellier family burned during a fire. The house, which is located three miles north of the Oahe Dam, started on fire, with the flames first taking over an outdoor patio cover at about 5 p.m. The fire spread into the house, with smoke and water damage permeating through. Heat damage was caused on the main and upper floors.
Scott’s Thoughts: Some Summer Goals
It feels like an important thing to have goals. Some goals are easier to achieve than others, but that doesn’t make them any less significant. I’ve decided to tell you all a few of my goals, because they could impact what you see in this paper or online. The first goal is to try and get an Athlete Q and A done for every issue. The only way an Athlete Q and A gets bounced is if there’s something else that deserves major coverage, like a State Tournament, or I don’t receive answers in time.
Athlete Q&A: Sydney Uhrig
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre T.F. Riggs sophomore Sydney Uhrig. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: In what sports do you compete in? A: I am in wrestling, track, and I will be going out for cheer during the 2022 season. Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? A: My favorite sport is wrestling. Q: Best advice you’ve received from your parents? A: The best advice I’ve received from a parent is to slow down and enjoy a sport. Q: Favorite school subject?
Locals excel at State Track Meet
The Pierre T.F. Riggs Governors, Stanley County Buffaloes, Lyman Raiders and Sully Buttes Chargers competed in the State Track Meet at Howard Wood Field in Sioux Falls this past weekend. Team Scores As a team, the Govs girls placed 14th in the Class AA standings with a score of 22. O’Gorman placed first with a score of 119.5, while Brandon Valley placed second with a score of 106. On the boys side, the Govs placed 14th with a score of 22.
Athlete Q&A: Riley Runge
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Stanley County junior Riley Runge. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I play football, basketball and am going to start golf next year. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: My favorite sport to play is basketball because I enjoy the competition between two teams. Q: Best sports memory so far? A: My best sports memory has to be between when I made my first varsity basket in Parkview, or going to the Sweet 16.
Athlete Q and A: Riley Runge
Today’s Athlete Q and A is with Stanley County junior Riley Runge. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I play football, basketball and am going to start golf next year. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: My favorite sport to play is basketball because I enjoy the competition between two teams. Q: Best sports memory so far? A: My best sports memory has to be between when I made my first varsity basket in Parkview, or going to the Sweet 16.
Millard at the Movies
Since the Pierre Trappers had their opening night on Thursday, I was unable to find the time to get to the State 1-2-3 Theatre to watch “Top Gun: Maverick” yet. I plan on doing that sometime next week, but I’m sure someone will have reviewed it by the time my turn rolls around again. In the meantime, I rented a couple of movies off of Amazon Prime. This week’s reviews are with “Licorice Pizza,” “X” and “Studio 666.” Minor spoilers are ahead.
Kienholz narrowing college decision
Pierre T.F. Riggs junior quarterback Lincoln Kienholz has narrowed his college choices down to four schools. Thos schools are Wyoming, Wisconsin, Washington and North Dakota State. All four schools have produced first round NFL talent at quarterback in the past decade. North Dakota State had Carson Wentz and Trey Lance, while Wisconsin had Russell Wilson. Wyoming had Josh Allen, while Washington had Jake Locker.
Trappers kick off 2022 season with a win
The Pierre Trappers of the Expedition League kicked off their 2022 season on Thursday night with a 13-4 win against the North Iowa Ragin’ Roosters The Ragin Roosters scored the first runs on the game in the top of the second inning, but the Trappers answered back. They kept up their momentum, as the first inning was the only inning in which the Trappers did not score a run. Trappers coach Jamy Haberger said he was happy with the win. “Tonight felt great,” Haberger said. “It was a great team effort.
Govs place fifth at ESD Tournament
The Pierre T.F. Riggs Governors girls golf team hosted the ESD Girls Golf Tournament at Hillsview Golf Course in Pierre on Tuesday. A total of nine teams and 52 athletes competed in the event. As a team, the Govs placed fifth with a score of 340. Aberdeen Central placed first with a score of 315, while Harrisburg placed second with a score of 322. Individually, senior Haley Nadeau led the Govs by placing 16th with a score of 84.
Trappers to open season Thursday
The Pierre Trappers will open their 2022 season with a game against the North Iowa Ragin’ Roosters on Thursday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. There is an air of excitement in the Trappers office, as tickets are selling fast. Trappers general manager John Hunt is feeling excited about the season opener. “I am feeling excited about the opportunity to take the fun at Hyde Stadium to a level not seen in a few years,” Hunt said.
Scott’s Thoughts: Some Stable Coaching
I hate writing things like this. This past weekend, I went to a couple dozen graduation parties, a few of which involved Stanley County kids. There was a little bit of an elephant in the room, and it had nothing to do with the kids that are graduating. If you look on the Stanley County School District FaceBook page, you’ll see openings for nine coaching openings, including four head varsity positions. Most of those coaches are going on to other adventures, which is fine.
Athlete Q and A: Casey Keller
Today’s Athlete Q and A is with Pierre senior Casey Keller. Keller is a manager for a couple of sports teams at Riggs. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports did you manage? A: The sports I managed were football and basketball. Q: What is your favorite part about what you do? A: When I did my halftime shows during practice every Wednesday, and filling waters for all of the players. Q: Best sports memory? A: Winning at the Dome last year when we were down 27-7 early in the second half.
Athlete Q&A: Casey Keller
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre senior Casey Keller. Keller is a manager for a couple of sports teams at Riggs. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports did you manage? A: The sports I managed were football and basketball. Q: What is your favorite part about what you do? A: When I did my halftime shows during practice every Wednesday, and filling waters for all of the players. Q: Best sports memory? A: Winning at the Dome last year when we were down 27-7 early in the second half.
Millard with the Music Reviews
This week’s Millard with the Music features the return of the Classic Album of the Week, as well as reviews of three new albums. This week’s new album reviews are with “Come Home the Kids Miss You” by Jack Harlow, “Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers” by Kendrick Lamar and “Kings of the New Age” by State Champs. The Classic Album of the Week is “Sports” by Huey Lewis and The News. Here are those reviews. ‘Sports,’ (Huey Lewis and The News, Sept.
Scott’s Thoughts: A Message of Congratulations
This week will feature the graduations of Stanley County, Sully Buttes and Pierre T.F. Riggs High Schools. Last week featured the graduation of Lyman High School. I figured that since I have a platform to do such a thing, I’d like to send a message of congratulations to all who are graduating from our local high schools. I’ve known some of this year’s graduates since they were eighth graders.
Athlete Q&A: Jacob Sazue
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Lyman senior Jacob Sazue. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I play football, basketball and golf. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: My favorite sport to play is probably golf or football. This has been a great season of golf. Earlier this month, I won the Western Great Plains Conference Golf Meet. Football was a very fun time and successful season.
Govs place fifth at State Tennis
The Pierre T.F. Riggs Governors competed in the Class A State Boys Tennis Tournament in Rapid City on Monday and Tuesday. A total of 13 teams competed in the event. The Govs placed fifth with a team score of 282.5. The Yankton Bucks placed first with a score of 493.5, while the Rapid City Christian Comets placed second with a score of 422.5. The team score of the Govs is higher than their score at last year’s State Tournament (259.5.) The Govs tied for fifth place last season.
Athlete Q and A: Gunner Johnson
Today’s Athlete Q and A is with Lyman junior Gunner Johnson. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you compete in? A: Football and wrestling. Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: It’s probably wrestling because it’s kinda an individual sport. It’s only you out there against your opponent. You can’t sub in another player, and that’s what I like about wrestling. You earn your achievements, but your partner in practice also makes you better. Q: Best sports memory so far?
Athlete Q&A: Gunner Johnson
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Lyman junior Gunner Johnson. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you compete in? A: Football and wrestling. Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: It’s probably wrestling because it’s kinda an individual sport. It’s only you out there against your opponent. You can’t sub in another player, and that’s what I like about wrestling. You earn your achievements, but your partner in practice also makes you better. Q: Best sports memory so far?
Student athletes honored in second Best of Preps night
It’s not only what you do on the field, but also in the community that matters. That was the theme of the 2022 Best of Preps awards banquet that was held at the Ramkota Convention Center in Pierre on Monday. The event is put on by the Capital Journal thanks to a host of sponsors. Capital Journal Publisher Jeffrey Hartley said he was excited about the event after holding a similar event last year. “Last year went great, so it’s hard to repeat that kind of success,” Hartley said.
Govs earn split with Jefferson
The Pierre Governors baseball team played the Sioux Falls Jefferson Cavaliers in a doubleheader at Hyde Stadium in Pierre on Friday. The Govs won one of two games. The first game saw the Govs win 5-4. They scored three runs in the fourth inning. The Cavs scored one run in the fourth inning and three runs in the sixth inning to take the lead. The Govs tied things up in the seventh inning when George Stalley scored on a Ryan Rysavy error.
Athlete Q&A: Taylee Stroup
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Stanley County senior Taylee Stroup. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I compete in basketball, volleyball, track and rodeo. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: Rodeo for sure because I love the environment and how supportive everyone is. I’ve also made some of my best friends through this sport. Q: Best sports memory so far? A: Beating Bennett County in my junior year and having the whole town there to celebrate.
Athlete Q and A: Taylee Stroup
Today’s Athlete Q and A is with Stanley County senior Taylee Stroup. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I compete in basketball, volleyball, track and rodeo. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: Rodeo for sure because I love the environment and how supportive everyone is. I’ve also made some of my best friends through this sport. Q: Best sports memory so far? A: Beating Bennett County in my junior year and having the whole town there to celebrate.
Scott’s Thoughts: Looking Forward to Trappers season
If you would have asked me a couple of months ago how I felt going into this year’s Pierre Trappers season, I would have told you I wasn’t feeling all that good about it. Now, as I sit here two weeks before the season starts, I feel very excited about it. Most of that is due to new general manager John Hunt. I feel like he’s approached this season with an energy and vigor that is needed given the air of uncertainty that permeates around the Expedition League.
Millard at the Movies
Have you ever gone into a movie thinking it wasn’t going to be that good, and come out of it shocked at how wrong you were? That happened to me earlier this week. This week’s Millard at the Movies column features reviews of “Father Stu,” “The Staircase” and “Firestarter.” Mild spoilers ahead. ‘Father Stu,’ (Just left State 1-2-3 Theatre) I was able to catch “Father Stu” this week just before it left the State 1-2-3 Theatre. Going into it, I thought the movie wasn’t going to be that good.
Athlete Q&A: Katelyn Harris
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Pierre T.F. Riggs senior Katelyn Harris. Here are our questions and her answers: Q: What sports do you compete in? A: I compete in competitive dance, swimming, and track and field Q: What is your favorite sport to compete in? Why? A: I’d say my favorite sport to compete in is dance, because it’s definitely not as nerve racking as other sports. I’m usually always confident when I dance because I take time to fully know my dances, therefore making it way more fun to compete.
Govs earn split with Bobcats
The Pierre Governors baseball team hosted the Brookings Bobcats in a double header at Hyde Stadium on Tuesday. The Govs won one of those two games. Game one saw the Govs win 4-1. They led 2-0 nothing after the first inning, and 3-0 after the second inning. Runs for the Govs were scored by Jayden Wiebe, George Stalley, Matthew Brewer and Cade Kaiser, with Stalley and Brecken Krueger getting the RBIs. Lincoln Kienholz got the win on the mound for the Govs.
Pierre hosts Capitol City Qualifier
The Sully Buttes Chargers, Stanley County Buffaloes and Pierre T.F. Riggs Governors competed in the Capitol City Qualifier in Pierre on Tuesday. According to stats recorded on athletic.net, the Govs had 90 personal bests, while the Buffs had 42 personal bests. The Chargers rounded out the field with 12 personal bests. Buffs coach Matthew Van Zee told the Capital Journal that it was a beautiful day for a track meet.
Kelly, Govs tennis shine in home invite
The Pierre T.F. Riggs Governors boys tennis team hosted the Pierre Invitational at Griffin Park in Pierre on Friday. A total of eight teams competed in the tournament. As a team, the Govs placed third with a team score of 235. Rapid City Christian placed first with a score of 370, while Sioux Falls Christian placed second with a score of 237. In singles, senior Spencer Kelly led the Govs by placing first in flight no. 5.
Athlete Q&A: Landon Hepker
Today’s Athlete Q&A is with Sully Buttes junior Landon Hepker. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: I play basketball and football, and I run track. Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: Basketball, because it is what I grew up doing. It is the sport I’ve put the most time into. Q: What is your best sports memory? A: Qualifying for the State Basketball Tournament my freshman year. Q: Favorite non-home place to play?
Millard with the Music Reviews
I decided to do something different with this week’s music reviews. I’ve listened to more music this week than I have previously. This week, I’m reviewing one album that has not been released yet, one album by an artist you should know that you probably don’t, and one album by one of the most well-known modern country artists. This week’s reviews are with “Balance” by Pink Honey Moan, “Coming of Age” by Taylor Bennett, and “Georgia” by Jason Aldean.
Scott’s Thoughts: A Tribute to a Legend
The relationship between different people in the media can be a weird one. You’re not going to like everyone you come across. That’s just simply human nature. It’s kinda different between newspaper people and radio people, since they compete for the same audience in a way. However, everybody does things differently, so there’s an element of respect there. The list of most respected radio people in South Dakota, whether they call games or host radio shows, begins with Mike Henriksen.
Athlete Q&A: Sam McClanahan
The final Athlete Q&A of the week is with Lyman senior Sam McClanahan. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: Basketball and football Q: What’s your favorite sport to play? Why? A: Basketball. It’s what I grew up playing and watching. Q: What’s it like playing with your cousin Stockton? A: Stockton is a unique player who hustles and can take it to the hole. Q: Best advice you could give to a younger athlete? A: Get in the weight room. Q: Best sports memory?
Athlete Q&A: Matthew Hanson
We have a second Athlete Q&A this week with Pierre T.F. Riggs senior Matthew Hanson. Here are our questions and his answers: Q: What sports do you play/compete in? A: Football, basketball, tennis and baseball Q: What is your favorite sport to play? Why? A: Baseball, because I’ve made my best memories in that sport. Q: You play tennis and baseball in the same season, same time of year. What is that like for you in terms of time management? A: It’s not too bad managing both of them.
Govs earn split against Sturgis
The Pierre Governors baseball team hosted the Sturgis Scoopers in a double header at Hyde Stadium on Tuesday. The Govs were able to win one of two games. Game one saw the Govs win 9-7. One run by the Govs in the bottom of the first inning was answered by three Scoopers runs in the top of the second. They added one more run in the top of the third inning. The Govs responded with three runs in the bottom of the third inning, including two runs on a Cade Kaiser home run.
Oahe Capitals hold awards night
The Oahe Hockey Association held their 2022 Awards Night at The Fieldhouse in Pierre on Thursday. Oahe Hockey Association President Nathan Sanderson kicked off the night by giving some background on Oahe hockey. “Oahe Hockey started in 1993, and was formally incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 1995,” Sanderson said. “Since that time, thousands of skates have taken the ice as Capitals.
Athlete Q&A: Gavin Colson
This week’s Athlete Q and A is with Sully Buttes eighth grader Gavin Colson. Here are our questions and Colson’s answers: Q: What sports do you play? A: Football, basketball, bowling and golf Q: What is your favorite sport to play? A: Golf Q: What is your favorite sports memory so far? A: Making State Golf as a seventh grader Q: Best advice you’ve been given? A: Only way to be good at something is to work hard at it. Q: Favorite golf course to golf at? A: Sutton Bay Q: Favorite place to bowl?
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