Sports
Intramural regulations limit athlete participation
Story by Emily Niebrugge and Alanna Schmeichel While not every athlete has the chance to participate in intramural sports — and with good reason considering the possibility of injury — women’s basketball players are encouraged to take part in intramurals, so long as they take place in the offseason. “The basketball season is an extremely […]
VIDEO: Athletes celebrate ‘million minute’ reward with elementary students
Junior Tia Hemiller has gone up against some of the best defensive rebounders in the country on the basketball court. But on March 31, the 5’8’’ starting point guard for the University of South Dakota took on a swarm of pint-sized opponents. Hemiller was all in for a schoolyard-style game of knockout in the DakotaDome […]
Shortstop Matley Jones leads by example
After transferring to the University of South Dakota from Augustana College in Sioux Falls, senior shortstop Matley Jones has emerged as a leader for her team. “There were some awkward situations at Augie,” Jones said. “I didn’t think I was being treated as well as I should be. My sister used to be the coach […]
Archery Club building up its program
In its first full year as a recognized club at the University of South Dakota, the Archery Club is focusing efforts on building up the program. “We are trying to get our name out there and get people interested,” club secretary Samantha McMahon said. “We have around 20-30 members so far, though.” McMahon also said the the […]
Track coach shares Olympian experiences, knowledge with athletes
It’s not every day an athlete gets to train and be coached by a former Olympian. For University of South Dakota pole vaulters, they do get to experience this every day as they train with their coach Derek Miles. Miles is a three-time Olympic competitor who competed in Athens in 2004, Beijing in 2008 and […]
Outdoors Club leadership in transition
While keeping its goal to create a connection for students who desire being outdoors, the Outdoors Club has sent out applications for new officer positions this week. President Tanner Comp, vice president Muhammad Suria, treasurer Will Krause and office manager Brant DeKruif are resigning from their positions, but will still make an effort to mentor and guide […]
Seekamp hopes to play professional basketball
While her time as a Coyote women’s basketball athlete might be over, senior guard Nicole Seekamp has her eyes set on either playing professionally in the Women’s National Basketball Association or Euroleague. “In a couple weeks, there is a WNBA combine, or I could sign with an agent,” Seekamp said. “I would like to play professionally.” […]
VIDEO: 2015 USD basketball season recap
The women’s basketball team just ended its post-season run last week. The Volante’s Megan card looks at both men’s and women’s basketball highlights.
Lervick, Dufrane lead women’s golf in 2015 season
In the middle of its spring season, the University of South Dakota women’s golf team is aiming for a Summit League Championship under the strong play of sophomore Brenna Lervick and first-year Abby Dufrane. The Coyotes recently broke a school record for a 54-hole tournament at the South Dakota State Jackrabbit Classic in Primm, Nev., […]
Outdoor track prepares for remainder of 2015 season
Coming off a strong season last year, the University of South Dakota outdoor track and field team is moving forward by focusing on the small details to achieve success. “We know what we need to do, and we’re really driven,” senior distance runner Taylor Chapman said. “We’ve started to fine tune our training, and we […]