Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media, Author at Big Sioux Media Sports Network

Streak Reaches Seven for Cardinal Boys

February 16, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinal boys basketball team won a pair of basketball games on Friday, February 15th and Saturday, February 16th to extend their current winning streak to a season-high seven games. The Cardinals defeated the Baltic Bulldogs on Friday and then beat the Elkton-Lake Benton Elks on Saturday.

After six days since their last game and a couple of postponements, St Mary was able to get back to the court against the Baltic Bulldogs on Friday at Dell Rapids St Mary High School. The Cardinals beat the Bulldogs 65-48.

The Cardinals led the entire game. St Mary had an 18-12 lead after the first quarter of play and extended the lead to 10 points at 34-24 by halftime. St Mary continued to pull farther away throughout the second half for the victory.

Connor Libis had a game-high 30 points, and Weston Geraets added nine points for St Mary. Baltic was led by Brodee Teveldal with 14 points and Sam Muston with 10 points.

St Mary then traveled to Elkton Saturday afternoon for a makeup game with the Elkton-Lake Benton Elks. The Cardinals avenged an earlier loss to the Elks with a 68-59 victory.

The Cardinals built an eight point lead after the first quarter of play at 21-13. St Mary was able to keep that cushion throughout the second quarter and led 37-28 at halftime. The third quarter proved to be difficult offensively for both teams. The Elks outscored St Mary 9-8 to cut the lead to 45-37. The offense picked up in the fourth quarter when the teams combined for 45 total points. St Mary outscored the Elks 23-22 to seal the victory.

Three Cardinals finished the game in double figures. Libis had 32 points. Connar Kangas had 13 points, and Colin Winberg finished with 11 points. Matthew Nibbe had 25 points, and Grant DeRuyter had 24 points for Elkton-Lake Benton.

St Mary (15-3) will travel to Arlington on Monday afternoon for a makeup game. The game will tip-off at 4:30 p.m. and will be a varsity only game.

Cardinal Girls Regular Season Ends with Weekend Split

February 16, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinal girls basketball team had their regular season come to an end after a couple of make-up games over the weekend. The Cardinals traveled to Elkton-Lake Benton on Friday, February 15th, and then made the trip north to Arlington on Saturday, February 16th.

St Mary earned their 10th win of the season on Friday over the Elks with a 61-35 victory. The Cardinals led at the end of every quarter break and outscored Elkton-Lake Benton in each quarter for the win. St Mary had a seven point lead after the first quarter at 17-10, and then pushed that lead to 13 points by halftime at 33-20. The third quarter put the game out of reach for the Cardinals as they outscored the Elks 17-9 for a 50-29 lead heading into the fourth quarter. St Mary then outscored the Elks 11-6 in the final quarter.

Ella Heinitz finished the game with 23 points. Ella Griffin had nine points. Clare Klein and Addison Gilbert both had eight points. Maddie Schwebach and Carly Maxwell both finished with four points each. Jesse Busselman led Elkton-Lake Benton with 13 points.

St Mary then had to travel to Arlington on Saturday for a game against the Cardinals. Arlington took the game 62-46. The win by Arlington snapped a six-game winning streak for St Mary. No stats were provided for the game.

The Cardinals finished the regular season with a winning record at 10-9 and a seventh seed in the Region 4B playoffs. St Mary will host the Oldham-Ramona/Rutland Raiders on Monday, February 18th in the opening round of the Region 4B playoffs. The seniors will also be recognized prior to the game. The game can be seen on Big Sioux Media.

Quarrier Boys Can’t Erase Early Deficit

February 16, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Photo taken and used with permission by Rhonda Rentz

The Dell Rapids Quarrier boys got into an early hole and fell to the Lennox Orioles on Friday, February 15th at Lennox High School. The Orioles defeated the Quarriers 65-51.

Leading 5-4 early in the game, Drew Van Regenmorter made a three-point shot with just under three minutes to play in the first quarter to give Dell Rapids an 8-4 lead. Lennox would then go on an 11-0 run to end the quarter with a 15-8 lead. Lennox built a double digit lead in the second quarter and led by 15 at 33-18 by halftime.

The Orioles pushed the lead to 20 points at 40-20 with 6:30 to play in the third quarter. Dell Rapids then held Lennox to just four free throws over the next five minutes and fifteen seconds as they cut the lead to single digits at 44-35 with 1:15 to play in the third quarter. The Orioles held a 48-40 lead heading into the final quarter. Logan Heim made a shot from the block with 7:20 to play in the game to keep the Lennox lead at eight points at 50-42. The Quarriers held Lennox scoreless over the next two minutes and had three offensive possessions to try to cut into the eight-point deficit, but couldn’t get the ball to fall through the hoop. The Orioles then went on an 8-2 run to lead 58-44 with 3:30 to play. That was enough for the Orioles to hold for the victory.

Connor Rentz led the Quarriers with 15 points. Colin Rentz added 11 points. Lennox was led by Will Daugherty with 19 points and Josh Arlt with 17 points.

Dell Rapids (9-7) will host Canton on Tuesday, February 19th as part of a girls and boys double-header. It will also be senior night. Both games can be seen on Big Sioux Media.

Phyllis Ollerich

February 16, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Phyllis Alice Ollerich, 89, of Dell Rapids was an angel on earth and became an angel in heaven on February 14, 2019. She was born on Dec. 22, 1929 to James Walsh Jr. and Genevieve Haley Walsh. She attended Welby Grade School, Yankton High School, and Nettleton College. She worked for Midwest Beach Printing Co., secretary for Raven Industry, School of Nursing, and a bookkeeper for Sioux Falls Livestock Co and Ollerich Cattle Co.

Phyllis met Bob Ollerich at the Arkota Ballroom. They were married on April 27, 1954. They ranched at Summit, SD, as well as farmed in Tea and Garretson. Her life was filled with 8 children that kept her busy. Fascination engulfed her at how quickly the kids grew. No matter how hard they tried they couldn’t get away with anything; she always knew who was climbing the stairs in the wee hours of the morning.

Phyllis’s life goal was to be a disciple for God. She attended St. Rose of Lima Church in Garretson, SD where she was a member of the Catholic Daughters, taught CCD, and was President of the Altar Society. She enjoyed talking with the congregation and serving coffee and goodies after mass on Sundays. She thrived on the opportunity to help another person and make a difference.

As the kids got older she traveled often and appreciated a good restaurant. The grandchildren soon arrived, and when they could sit up, she taught them to make cookies; chocolate chip and snicker doodles were the favorites. She spent many years serving as a 4-H leader. Of course we can’t forget her favorite show: Days of Our Lives. She never missed an episode since the day it started. She also enjoyed bowling and beating everyone at cards (King’s corner and solitaire were her favorites). Our mom was a quiet observer, but if you caught her at the right moment you could catch her sticking out her tongue or making a funny comment.

She is survived by husband Robert Ollerich, 8 children, Steve and Rhonda Ollerich of Dell Rapids, Tim and Vickie Ollerich of Heron Lake, MN, Beth and Kenny Jessen of Bushnell, SD, Nancy and Dallas Deranleau of Rapid City, SD, Tom Ollerich of Hartford, SD, Joleen Ollerich and Dave Ziebarth of Rapid City, SD, Lori Mittan of Craig, CO, and Brian and Lynnette Ollerich of Summit, SD. Along with 17 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 1 great- great grandchild and her sister, Janet Waggoner of Yankton.

Phyllis will join her mom and dad, brothers Larry, Merle, and Ralph, and her sister Carol Kay, along with her granddaughter Brooke in heaven.

Mass of Christian Burial for Phyllis is at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 18, 2019 in St. Mary Catholic Church, Dell Rapids. Interment is in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Lennox. Visitation with the family present is on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at Kahler Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The Christian Wake Service i at 4:00 p.m. followed by the Rosary.

www.kahlerfh.com

Quarrier Girls Roll to Season-High Sixth Straight

February 14, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Photo taken and used with permission by Tammy Chamley, Dells City Journal

Valentine’s Day was oh so sweet for the Dell Rapids Quarrier girls basketball team. Dell Rapids continued their winning streak with a 58-43 win over the Madison Bulldogs at home. The win moves the Quarrier win streak to six straight games.

Dell Rapids was able to get some separation from Madison late in the first quarter. The Quarriers led 11-10 with just one minute to play, but they closed out the quarter on a 6-0 run for a 17-10 lead. Dell Rapids then scored the first three points of the second quarter for a 20-10 lead. Madison closed the gap to two points at 24-22 with 3:00 to go in the half, but Dell Rapids answered with the final eight points of the second quarter for a 32-22 halftime lead.

The run continued into the third quarter. Dell Rapids held Madison scoreless until the 4:45 mark while pushing the lead to 15 points at 37-22. The Quarriers were in full control of the game at this point. Dell Rapids led 46-30 after three quarters and closed out the game for the 15-point win.

Jayda Knuppe finished with a double-double scoring 20 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. Emma Paul added 12 points with six rebounds. Janae Schoeberl had eight points and 11 rebounds. Ravyn Hoffman finished with six points and six assists. Aspen Hansen had five points, six rebounds, and five assists, and Zoey Hilmoe had five points. Madison was led by Kendra Leighton with 18 points.

Dell Rapids (11-6) will travel to Aberdeen to play the Aberdeen Roncalli Cavaliers on Saturday, February 16th.

Dells Nursing and Rehab Fulfills Resident’s Bucket List

February 13, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Photo taken and used with permission by Tammy Chamley, Dells City Journal

Dells Nursing and Rehab is busy crossing off things to do on their resident’s bucket lists. “The bucket list idea actually came from our MDS Coordinator, Tracy Jensen, and Beth Koedam, Social Services,” Marissa Runge, Dell Nursing and Rehab’s Activities Director stated. “She decided to start asking each new resident what is one item on their bucket list. Well this quickly soon grew to her asking on everyone’s quarterly assessment. Tracy is always looking for new and fun ideas to keep residents and family members involved.”

The first bucket list item completed was an emotional one. Ruth, a resident at Dells Nursing and Rehab, wanted to visit with her brother just one more time. Now this sounds like an easy fix, right? Well, Ruth’s brother lives in a nursing home in Illinois. “Ruth didn’t know the name of the nursing home, and this is when Tracy had to begin to think creatively,” Runge explained. “After Tracy’s hard work, calling over 10 facilities trying to locate him, she got in contact with two special staff who were willing to help us reconnect them.” A date and time was set to use a computer at the Dell Rapids facility and a cell phone at the Illinois facility to have the siblings be able to video chat over the screens. “Now was the best part…telling Ruth Tracy’s complete plan,” Runge said. “Moments like this are hard to describe, but they are ones you’ll never forget. Ruth was in a meeting with several managers and her daughter-in-law. Tracy broke the news to Ruth that she was going to get the opportunity to connect with her brother, as we have located him. Ruth had the whole room in tears as she was excited to visit with her brother at least one more time.”

The second bucket list item completed at Dells Nursing and Rehab was getting Violet, a resident at the facility, to Christmas Eve service to see her grandson sing and play piano. “This one was easier to plan, but we still needed staff to step up and make this happen,” Runge said. “Thanks to Beth Koedam, Social Services, she took time to get Violet to and from the Christmas Eve service. Violet had a great time and came back all smiles.”

The third bucket list item completed needed some extra creativity from the MDS Coordinator, Tracy. Resident Ardis wanted to visit Hawaii! “Little did Ardis know, we were going to bring Hawaii to her,” Runge explained. “Tracy lined up a whole day of activities to make it feel as if Ardis was in Hawaii. Some of the activities included whale watching, Hawaiian food (bacon wrapped pineapple), Hawaiian documentary, and a photo booth. We ended the night with a great performance from the Hip Hop Shop presenting a luau dance for us! Ardis’s family members were invited as well for this festivities.”

The latest bucket list event completed was for Mike, a retired Navy Submarines Veteran. “One of Mike’s Navy veteran friends contacted us informing us that Dakota State University was going to broadcast the USS South Dakota Commissioning,” Runge said. “Mike’s friend knew how much this would mean for Mike to be there with all his former submarine friends and watch this live on the big screen!” Marissa, Activity Director, was able to take him on this trip. “There were several moments during this visit I was able to witness that I will remember forever,” Runge expressed. “One in specific was when the color guard was presenting the flag and the National Anthem began. Mike was in attention and wanted to stand. Mike’s friend and I helped Mike stand up during this time. Halfway through the National Anthem, I could feel Mike becoming weak as his legs were shaky. I whispered to Mike, ‘Mike would you like to sit down and rest?’ Without even thinking, Mike began to sing the National Anthem louder pretending not to hear me! Mike did not sit down until the Anthem was over as he knew what the National Anthem meant to him.”

Dells Nursing and Rehab has many bucket list items in the works. “I don’t want to spill the beans though, as some residents and family members are not informed yet!” Runge said. “Please follow our Facebook page, Dells Nursing and Rehab Center, to see what else we are going to have in store for our residents.”

“I think the biggest change I have noticed is the residents talking about who is going to be the next bucket list person, or what is the next idea going to be! The residents get so excited when they find out who’s bucket list is getting checked off!” Runge expressed. “Especially during the winter months. This has really helped change the culture and helped them break up this long winter time. Change can be hard for many people, but this change has been nothing but pure excitement for all!”

“The biggest thing is if anyone has ideas for the residents of what might be on their bucket list to let us know. Sometimes it can become hard for residents to think of something on their bucket list until someone reminds them of a situation,” Runge answered about needing help from the community. “Of course when we are fulfilling bucket list items, we sometimes reach out for outside help such as the Hip Hop Shop performing the luau for us. Each situation is so different, so it is hard to come up with one idea, but I will be posting on Facebook of any needs we may need during this creative time!”

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Water Rates Set to Increase in Dell Rapids

February 11, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Water bills in Dell Rapids are headed for an increase starting with the June 1st bill. The Dell Rapids City Council approved the first reading of three new ordinances that will increase the water bills for all residents in Dell Rapids. The increases are being put in place to pay back loans for the Southeast Infrastructure project.

The new rates and surcharges that are being implemented will go into effect for water used from April 20th to May 20th and will be first seen on the June 1st water bills.

Ordinance 860 will implement a SE Project Drinking Water Rate Surcharge per customer. The cost of this surcharge will be $7.70. Ordinance 861 will actually reduce some of the water bill. The ordinance will change the base rate from $12.00 to $11.90, and the per 1,000 gallon rate will decrease from $4.64 to $3.92. With the implementation of these two ordinances, a customer that uses 5,000 gallons of water a month will have a total water bill increase of $4.00 from $38.20 to $42.20.

Ordinance 862 is implementing a SE Project Clean Water Surcharge for $7.20 to the waste water portion of the bill. A customer that uses 5,000 gallons will have a waste water bill increase from $54.40 to $61.60.

The ordinances will have to have a second reading approved before they will be adopted.

Quarrier Wrestling Wins Two Duels in Final Home Meet

February 10, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Photo taken and used with permission by Tammy Chamley, Dells City Journal

After having to reschedule their final home meet of the season, the Dell Rapids Quarrier wrestling team won two duels on Saturday, February 9th. The Quarriers defeated Sioux Falls Roosevelt 42-30 and also defeated Sioux Falls Lincoln 48-24.

Max Lamer was recognized on Senior Day as the lone senior wrestler for the 2018-2019 Quarriers. Ella Lueders was also recognized for her contributions to the wrestling program as a senior statistician.

Jacob Vogel, Canyon Lowman, Lamer, Zach McKee, Gage Carr, and Mitchell Klinkenborg all earned two victories on the afternoon.

Dell Rapids will now prepare for the Region 1A tournament will be held at Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School on Saturday, February 16th.

Dell Rapids (DERA) 42.0, Sioux Falls Roosevelt (SFR) 30.0

106: Andrew Weiland (DERA) over (SFR) (For.)
113: Jacob Vogel (DERA) over Dane Mediger (SFR) (TF 16-0 2:16)
120: Riley Hollingshead (SFR) over (DERA) (For.)
126: Canyon Lowman (DERA) over Eli Leonhardt (SFR) (Dec 9-3)
132: Dan Momotic (SFR) over (DERA) (For.)
138: Max Lamer (DERA) over Cruiz Vaughn (SFR) (MD 9-1)
145: Eli Kadoun (SFR) over Trevon Cross (DERA) (Fall 3:11)
152: Zach McKee (DERA) over Tanner Swab (SFR) (Fall 1:31)
160: Gage Carr (DERA) over Brody Erickson (SFR) (Fall 2:28)
170: Double Forfeit
182: Sam Cavigielli (DERA) over (SFR) (For.)
195: Mitchell Klinkenborg (DERA) over (SFR) (For.)
220: Zane Wilson (SFR) over (DERA) (For.)
285: Caleb Dagel (SFR) over (DERA) (For.)

Dell Rapids (DERA) 48.0, Sioux Falls Lincoln (SFL) 24.0

106: Jace Entringer (DERA) over (SFL) (For.)
113: Andrew Weiland (DERA) over (SFL) (For.)
120: Jacob Vogel (DERA) over Alex Mentzer (SFL) (Dec 9-2)
126: Canyon Lowman (DERA) over Hsaw Reh (SFL) (Fall 1:19)
132: Double Forfeit
138: Max Lamer (DERA) over Tae Ellenbecker (SFL) (Dec 4-1)
145: Trevon Cross (DERA) over Zach Johnston (SFL) (Fall 0:36)
152: Zach McKee (DERA) over Emerant Beyene (SFL) (Fall 1:16)
160: Gage Carr (DERA) over Braedon Treadway (SFL) (Fall 3:27)
170: Jacob Murphy (SFL) over (DERA) (For.)
182: Caleb Dumke (SFL) over Sam Cavigielli (DERA) (Fall 1:38)
195: Mitchell Klinkenborg (DERA) over Dylan Muth (SFL) (Fall 1:11)
220: Colton Bechard (SFL) over (DERA) (For.)
285: Gavin Marco (SFL) over (DERA) (For.)

Cardinal Boys Ride Third Quarter to DWU Culver Classic Win

February 10, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

A 31-point outburst in the third quarter turned a close game into a comfortable win for the Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinals over the Corsica-Stickney Jaguars on Saturday, February 9th at the Dakota Wesleyan University Culver’s Classic in Mitchell. St Mary beat the Jaguars 74-51.

Corsica-Stickney had the lead in the first quarter and led by as many as eight points with under a minute to play in the quarter. The Jaguars held a 17-12 led at the quarter break. St Mary was able to take the lead in the second quarter as they outscored the Jaguars 17-9. The Cardinals led 29-26 at halftime.

The third quarter put the game out of reach. St Mary scored 31 points in the quarter while holding Corsica-Stickney to 15 points for a 60-41 lead heading into the fourth quarter. The Cardinals also outscored the Jaguars in the fourth quarter, 14-10, for the win.

St Mary finished the game shooting 50% (28-56) from the field, 48% (14-29) from three-point area, and 80% (4-5) from the free-throw line. The Jaguars finished the game shooting 43% (20-47) from the field.

Three players finished in double figures for the Cardinals. Connor Libis had 27 points, six rebounds, and five assists. Max Herber had 14 points and nine rebounds. Sam Palmer finished with 12 points, two rebounds, two assists, and two steals.

The Cardinals (13-3) will travel to Elkton to play the Elkton-Lake Benton Elks on Tuesday, February 12th. This is a change to the schedule. The boys game will be first at 6:00 p.m. in a girls and boys double-header at Elkton.

Quarrier Girls Extend Streak to Five Games

February 10, 2019 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Photo taken and used with permission by Tammy Chamley, Dells City Journal

The Dell Rapids Quarrier girls basketball team extended their winning streak to five games after two wins on back-to-back days. The Quarriers hosted the Dakota Valley Panthers on Friday, February 8th, and then traveled to Volga to play the Sioux Valley Cossacks in a make-up game on Saturday, February 9th.

Dell Rapids earned a 69-52 victory over Dakota Valley on Friday after strong second and third quarters. Both offenses were on fire in the first quarter combining for 40 total points. Dell Rapids held a 22-18 lead after the first quarter of play. The Quarrier defense then put together two very strong quarters as the offense continued to shine. Dell Rapids outscored the Panthers 19-11 in the second quarter for a 41-29 halftime lead. The Quarriers then held Dakota Valley to just six third-quarter points to build a 19-point lead by the end of the quarter at 54-35. That was more than enough for Dell Rapids as they cruised to the victory.

Four players finished in double figures on the night. Jayda Knuppe had 21 points to lead the Quarriers. Aspen Hansen had 18 points, and Ravyn Hoffman and Emma Paul both had 13 points each. Dakota Valley was led by Rylee Rosenquist with 15 points.

The Quarriers then hit the road to Volga for a game against the Sioux Valley Cossacks on Saturday. Dell Rapids had no trouble with Sioux Valley as they came home with 66-27 victory.

Knuppe led the team in scoring again with 17 points and four rebounds. Paul added 13 points and four rebounds. Hansen tallied nine points and 10 steals in the game, and Hoffman added eight points.

Dell Rapids (10-6) will host the Madison Bulldogs on Thursday, February 14th. The game can be seen on Big Sioux Media.

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