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

Quarrier Volleyball Wins Sixth Match of Season

September 20, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

After starting the season 0-3, the Dell Rapids Quarriers have now won six of their last seven matches, the latest win coming on Tuesday, September 20th, against Garretson. The Quarriers won by set scores of 25-21, 23-25, 25-16, 25-23 against the Blue Dragons in Garretson.

Trinity Gordon paced the offense with 19 kills. Emma Paul added 11 kills. Gordon also had a block on the night. Chloe Solberg had 33 set assists in the match. Solberg also had 13 digs and three ace serves. Brooke Klein had 26 digs. Paul and Hanna Fletcher each had two ace serves.

The Quarriers now improve to 6-4 on the year. Dell Rapids will host the Flandreau Fliers on Thursday, September 22nd.

Quarrier Golf Finishes 10th at Dak 12 Tourney

September 20, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Quarrier boys golf team finished 10th at the Dak-12 Conference Tournament on Monday, September 19th, at The Bluffs Golf Course in Vermillion. Dell Rapids finished with a team score of 363. Tea Area won the team title with a score of 316. Canton was second with a 332, and Dakota Valley was third with a 336.

Jordan Kerns finished the tournament tied for 20th with a round of 85. Mason Schmidt finished with an 86. Sheldon Siemonsma had a round of 94. Karsen Welbig had a 96, Jack Weber a 116, and Malakai Andersen a 129.

The Quarriers will play in the Region 1A Tournament on Monday, September 26th, at the Madison Country Club.

Dell Rapids Chamber Music Festival a Success

September 19, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Chamber of Commerce held a music festival at Dell Rapids City Park called “Rhythm at the Rapids”. The event was held on Saturday, September 17th. Five different performers played throughout the day at the City Park Band Shell. Hegg Brothers, Jami Lynn, Julie Eddy, Power Play and Bad Hamster were the performers this year. The event also included different vendors and food items along with some activities for the kids.

Hundreds of people came to the event throughout the day, and many stayed for the entire day. The event was well received and considered a success by the Dell Rapids Chamber. Indications are that the bands and vendors would come back to an event like this next year.

Neal Jacobson

September 19, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Neal L. Jacobson, 95, of Sioux Falls, formerly of Bryant, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at the Good Samaritan Society Village in Sioux Falls. His funeral service will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at Miller Funeral Home West Chapel. Visitation with family present will be from 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at Miller Funeral Home West Chapel. On-line condolences may be left at the Kahler Funeral Home website.

Neal Loren Jacobson was born on October 1, 1920 to Lawrence (L.A.) and Grace (Spilde) Jacobson in Bryant, SD. Neal grew up in Bryant, SD. He attended school and graduated in 1938 from Bryant High School. He continued his education and graduated with a business degree in 1942 from Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD.

After receiving his education, Neal was drafted into the United States Air Force in September of 1942 to serve during WWII. He was stationed in England with the 335th Bombardment Squadron for two and a half years until the end of the war in Europe. He was honorably discharged in September 1945. Following his military service, he returned to Bryant where he joined the Bryant State Bank and met Norma Thompson. They were married 58 years from July 27, 1947 until Norma’s death in 2005. Together they raised their three children Lee, David and Nancy in Bryant.

Neal worked 50 plus years for the Bryant State Bank until his retirement. He served for many years as President and Chairman of the board and continued his service to the Bank as Chairman, Emeritus.

Neal was a lifetime member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Bryant, SD and an associate member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. He was a member of the American Legion Post #37 and the Masonic Lodge. He served on many boards and committees as a member of the Bryant community. These included Chairman of the bank board, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church building board, Parkview Care Center board, Bryant Development Corporation board, Bryant Clinic board, and Bryant School board. Neal was a member of the South Dakota Bankers Association and the Independent Bankers Association of America (IBAA). He served on the Executive Council of the IBAA.

Neal and Norma enjoyed their retirement years during the winter months in Sun City, AZ. Since 2004, Neal has made his home in Sioux Falls, SD.

On Sunday, September 18, 2016, Neal died at the Good Samaritan Village in Sioux Falls, SD. He was 95 years old.

Neal was deeply devoted to his family. His family, grateful for having shared in his life, included his two sons, Lee and his wife, Jan Jacobson of Sioux Falls and David and his wife, Carol Jacobson of Dakota Dunes, SD; his daughter, Nancy Jacobson of Sioux Falls; his five grandchildren, Bret and his wife, Shauna, Brad and his wife, Shannon, Paul, Philip and Nicole; his four great grandchildren, Logan, Sam, Reese, and Riley and a host of relatives and friends.

Preceding Neal in death are his wife, parents, and sister, Delores Woldt. Blessed be his loving memory.

Brookings Cheer & Dance Invite Results

September 17, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Quarrier and Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinal competitive cheer teams both competed at the Brookings Cheer and Dance Invite on Saturday, September 17th. The invite consisted of 18 teams from both Class AA and Class A.

The Cardinals finished 12th overall and third among Class A teams with a score of 192.0. Dell Rapids finished 14th overall and fifth among Class A teams with a score of 189.50. Sioux Falls Roosevelt was the overall champion with 269.50 points. Brandon Valley was second with 259.50 points, and Watertown was third with 232.00 points. Sioux Valley was the top Class A school and finished 6th overall with a score of 215.50. Wagner was the second Class A team and finished 9th overall with a score of 196.50.

Dell Rapids will be at the Sioux Valley Invite on Thursday, September 22nd, the O’Gorman Invite on Tuesday, September 27th, and the Dakota Valley Invite on Saturday, October 1st.

The Cardinals will participate in the Dakota Valley Invite on Saturday, October 1st.

Castlewood/Estelline Surges Past Cardinals in Second Half

September 17, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

A second half surge by the Castlewood/Estelline Warriors gave them a Homecoming win over the Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinals 38-22 on Friday, September 16th, in Castlewood.

The Cardinals started the game off with a bang when Sam Schwebach scored on the second play of the game. He reeled off a 51-yard run to put St Mary ahead 6-0 with 11:51 to play in the first quarter. Neither team scored again the first, and the Cardinals led 6-0 after the first quarter. St Mary struck again with 6:38 left in the second quarter on a six-yard touchdown run by Dalton Houska. Evan Brown converted the two-point conversion to extend the Cardinal lead to 14-0. The Warriors answered on their next drive when Dalton Eng scored from 17 yards away to cut the lead to 14-8 with 3:52 remaining in the half. The Cardinals scored again before halftime when E. Brown scored on a nine-yard run with 1:02 left in the half. Houska scored the two-point conversion, and St Mary led 22-8 at halftime.

The Warriors scored on their first drive of the second half on a six-yard touchdown pass from Brandon Benike to Shelby Kerkvliet with 9:33 left in the third to cut the lead to 22-16. St Mary then went on a 6:00 drive, but the Cardinals turned the ball over on downs to the Castlewood/Estelline deep in Warrior territory. The Warriers then took the lead for the first time at 24-22 with 1:03 to go in the third quarter on a 34-yard touchdown run by Eng. The Cardinals were able to drive down the field again early in the fourth quarter, but turned the ball over on a fumble inside the five yard line. Castlewood/Estelline scored again with 6:41 to go in the game on Eng’s third touchdown to extend the lead to 30-22. Eng would find the endzone again with 2:11 to play on a three-yard run.

St Mary finished the night with 17 first downs and 307 yards of total offense. Houska had 25 carries for 95 yards in the game. Luke Brown was 3-5 passing for 30 yards. E. Brown had 12 carries for 61 yards and also one catch for 19 yards.

St Mary falls to 1-3 on the year. The Cardinals will host Arlington/Lake Preston on Homecoming Friday, September 23rd. The game can be seen on Big Sioux Media.

Tea Area Shuts Out Quarriers

September 17, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Tea Area Titans posted a 19-0 shutout against the Dell Rapids Quarriers on their Homecoming Night Friday, September 16th. Tea scored right away on an 84-yard kick-off return for a touchdown by Adam Heien to go ahead 6-0. The Titans added another score with :57 left in the first quarter on a 12-yard touchdown pass from Payton Conrad to Jacob Rotter. The score remained 13-0 at halftime. The final touchdown came on a fumble recovery for a touchdown with 9:38 to go in the third quarter.

Dell Rapids had the ball for 31:14 in the game as compared to just 16:46 for Tea Area, but the Quarriers were just 2-13 on third down conversions and 4-9 on fourth down conversions. Dell Rapids also fumbled the ball five times, losing two of them, and also had two passes intercepted.

Hunter Hansen finished the game 4-14 passing for 72 yards and two interceptions. Hansen also carried the ball 20 times for 95 yards. Tanner Heim had 14 cararies for 59 yards, and Adam Nagelhout had nine carries for 17 yards. Nagelhout also hauled in two catches for 38 yards. Matt Gillogly had six tackles, four for loss, and an interception. Nate McKee finished with five tackles and an interception. Heim, Seth Andersen, and Mason Peter all finished the game with five tackles. Trevor Pulscher had four tackles, including two sacks.

Dell Rapids falls to 2-2 on the year. The Quarriers will host West Central on Homecoming Friday, September 23rd. The game can be seen on Big Sioux Media.

Dell Rapids’ Mothers Healing Garden Earns 2016 Hometown Hero Award

September 16, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Mother’s Healing Garden, located at the north end of the Dell Rapids Cemetery, as been awarded the 2016 Hometown Hero award from Modern Woodmen Camp 15262. The garden has been a place that has welcomed those that are grieving or simply want a quiet space. A presentation will be held on Sunday, September 25th, during the Day of Remembrance event.

The event will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. It’s a special time to remember those that have been lost. Dr. Rebecca Watson-Miller will give a message, music will be performed by Carol Baum, and refreshments will be provided by Modern Woodmen.

Quarrier Volleyball Continues Hot Streak

September 16, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

The Dell Rapids Quarrier volleyball team kept their hot streaking rolling with a 25-21, 25-23, 17-25, 25-16 win over the Tri-Valley Mustangs on Thursday, September 15th, at Dell Rapids High School. The Quarriers have now won five of their last six matches.

Trinity Gordon had 18 kills and 27 digs for the Quarriers in the match. Brooke Klein added 11 points and 27 digs. Emma Paul notched eight kills. Sydney Stofferahn had seven kills and three blocks, and Chloe Solberg had 12 digs and 34 set assists on the night.

Dell Rapids improves to 5-4 on the season. The Quarriers travel to Garretson to take on the Blue Dragons on Tuesday, September 20th. The match can be seen on Big Sioux Media.

JV Results:

The JV won two sets to zero. Paving the way were Regan Stone (three kills, five digs, seven points), Hannah Fletcher (four kills, seven digs, and nine set assists), and Gabi Rus (nine digs, nine service points).

C Team Results:

The C-team also picked up a match win. Leading the total team effort were Ava Schuring (nine points, six digs), Jenna Miles (six points), Dezi Rus ( 18 digs and six kills). Cited for their all-around play were Mallory Haak and Kyra Graham.

Revive Fitness Gives Big to Dell Rapids Connections

September 15, 2016 by Matt Larson, Big Sioux Media

Brittani and Lee Bollock and Revive Fitness have outdone themselves with another generous donation to the Dell Rapids Connections group. The Bollocks presented a check to the Connections group during the Bobby Bugattii Jones concert at City Park on Wednesday, September 14th. The check donated to Connections was $6,000. The funds donated were raised during the 2nd Annual Revive & Connections Family Fun Event that was held on Saturday, August 27th. That event consisted of a 5k, 10k, one mile fun run, kids relay, raffles, bounce house, fire truck, ambulance, live music, games, and crafts.

With the generous donation, the Dell Rapids Connections group is looking at bringing in more events like the Bobby Jones event that was just held.

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