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SOUTH DAKOTAHIGH SCHOOL COACHES ASSOCIATION45TH ANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEONTUESDAY, JULY 12, 20166:00 P.M. – MITCHELL HIGHLAND CONFERENCE CENTERSpecial Feature: Special Olympics AwardsSouth Dakota
South Dakota High SchoolCoaches AssociationWould Like to Especially Thank For Sponsoring the 2015-2016COACH OF THE YEAR& HALL OF FAME RINGSAnd for Their Continuing Supportof South Dakota Athletics
In MemoryKatherine a. LarsonKathie graduated from Lincoln High School in Sioux Falls, SD in1974. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Augustana College in1978 with a major in physical education along with her coachingcertificate. Kathie began her teaching career with the Sioux Falls PublicSchools as an elementary physical education teacher, as well as beingthe assistant gymnastics coach for Lincoln High School from 1975-79.In 1980, Kathie was the head gymnastics coach for the University ofNorth Dakota while completing her graduate work in physical educationwith an emphasis on counseling and guidance. During her time at UND,her team placed first at the Division II Regional Tournament andqualified two in the all-around competition for Nationals. This was thefirst time in history a UND gymnastics team qualified for nationals.Kathie moved back to Sioux Falls after one year at UND to begin a long and successful career as aneducational assistant in biology and gymnastic coach. As the assistant gymnastics coach for Lincoln HighSchool from 1980-1991, along with head coach Lolly Forseth, Lincoln won nine regional championships,three runner-up state titles, and four state championships. Kathie won the “Assistant Gymnastics Coachof the Year” award by the South Dakota Gymnastics Coaches Association three times; 1988, 1989 and 1990.Kathie took over as the head gymnastics coach at Lincoln High School from 1991-1996.Kathie believed strongly in professional growth and involvement in the state and national sportsassociations. Some of Kathie’s professional affiliations were: South Dakota High School Coaches Association – 20 years South Dakota High School Coaches Association Board of Directors – 8 years South Dakota Gymnastics Judges Association – 20 years South Dakota Gymnastics Coaches Association – 20 years National High School Athletic Coaches Association – 16 yearsKathie attended eleven National High School Athletic Coaches Association clinics. The SDHSCA helda special place in Kathie’s heart. She cherished the friendships that she developed amongst her peersthroughout the state and nation.“Kathie will be remembered for her sincerity and loyalty toward the people that she inspired throughout herlifetime and her spirit will live in our hearts forever.” – Lolly Forseth (Lincoln Gymnastic Coach)In 2010 Kathie Larson's sister, Linda Larson, started the Kathie Larson Coaches' Grant Program. The purposeof this grant is to provide financial assistance to members of the South Dakota High School CoachesAssociation to attend national coaching/athletic clinics, conferences or seminars. One grant must be awardedto a female, one awarded to a gymnastics coach and the remainder can be head or assistant athletic coaches orathletic directors. If no female or gymnastics coaches apply those grants may be awarded to other applicants.An individual must be a member of the SDHSCA and can only receive this grant once every five years. Forfurther information go to the association web site.This year’s recipients are:Jill ChristensenTerry DoschMaridee DossettForry FlaaganJeff HalsethSheri KeckJason OlsonKari StoltenbergLarry Toft– 1 –
SOUTH DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL COACHES ASSOCIATION2014-2015 OFFICERS & DIRECTORSSheri KeckTravis CarpenterBill ClementsJim DormanRapid CityMitchellDakota ValleySioux FallsYanktonPresidentPresident ElectPast PresidentExecutive DirectorExecutive DirectorEmeritusMax Hawk2018 Directors (continued)Arionne Reiter, Aberdeen CentralMerle Aske, Aberdeen CentralToby Bryant, Harrisburg2016 DirectorsRuss Bailey, CusterMichael Ricke, MadisonShawn Lewis, PierreJesse Coy, Rapid City StevensSherri Knippling, ChamberlainByron Pudwill, Bon HommeMark Stadem, Brandon ValleyMark Schlekeway, Brandon ValleyKari Jung, WarnerKari Svatos, YanktonRyan Beier, Sioux Falls O’GormanNaomi Hatfield, DouglasAssistant Coach DirectorsChase Hirt, HarrisburgMatt Mueller, Brandon ValleySue Peterson, Sioux Falls ChristianTravis Lappe, HarrisburgSteph Daly, Aberdeen CentralKallie Gebhard, Rapid City StevensSport Secretary DirectorsVirg Polak, FootballLynn Frederick, BasketballChris Sayler, WrestlingGeorgia Adolph, Cross Country and Track & FieldSkye Bork, GymnasticsJoey Liesinger, GolfJason Olson, TennisNancy Hoeke, VolleyballBruce Kleinsasser, CheerJim Dorman, Athletic Directors2017 DirectorsKent VanOverschelde, MitchellBlake Gardner, Hill CityClay Leonard, Red CloudCindee Evenson, MennoMark Senftner, Sully ButtesKurt Schultz, BalticDoug Rinken, Sioux Falls WashingtonPat Moller, MitchellJeff Nugent, DouglasJenna Schroeder, Rapid City CentralDoug Noyes, St. Thomas MoreAt-Large DirectorsTama I’Atala, Red CloudEldon Marshall, White RiverSteve DeNoyer, Todd CountyBob Kornely, Todd CountyAmanda Carlow, Red CloudRuss Cournoyer, Red CloudTom Cameron, White RiverPeri Strain, White RiverTayler Morgan, Red CloudArlo Provost, Little Wound2018 DirectorsMike Flakus, Aberdeen CentralCole Knippling, Elk Point-JeffersonTerry Dosch, Aberdeen RoncalliMissy Huff, SissetonLarry Aaker, WinnerRoyce Wuertzer, St. Thomas MoreMike Beardt, Todd CountyJim Nelson, BeresfordActive Past Presidents: Max Hawk, Jerry Miller, Wayne Carney, Lolly Forseth, Virg Polak, Judy Busch, GeorgiaAdolph, John Nyhaug, Jim Dorman, Jim Drake, Marc Murren, Carmen Robinson, Connie Nyhaug, KenBruckner, Rod Garrison, Deb Thill, Bill Weber, David Dolan, Bob Billotto, Arlin Likness, Bill Clements– 2 –
SOUTH DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL COACHES ASSOCIATION45TH ANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEON PROGRAMMaster of Ceremonies.Brittney EideWelcome.Sheri Keck, PresidentIntroduction of Special Guests .Bill Clements, Past PresidentInvocation .Georgia Adolph, Past PresidentLuncheonAwards:Girls’ Cross Country Coach of the YearBoys’ Cross Country Coach of the YearFootball Coach of the YearVolleyball Coach of the YearWrestling Coach of the YearGymnastics Coach of the YearGirls’ Basketball Coach of the YearBoys’ Basketball Coach of the YearSpirit Coach of the YearTennis Coach of the YearGirls’ Golf Coach of the YearBoys’ Golf Coach of the YearGirls’ Track & Field Coach of the YearBoys’ Track & Field Coach of the YearAssistant Coach of the Year in Middle School/Junior HighAssistant Coach of the Year in Boys’ SportsAssistant Coach of the Year in Girls’ SportsAthletic Director of the YearOfficial of the YearDistinguished Service AwardsMax Hawk Award(Biographies written by Bruce Conley, Sioux Falls)Roll of Champions – State Championship CoachesSpecial Olympics South Dakota Awards.Daryl Nordquist, DirectorNHSACA National Coach of the Year FinalistsNHSACA National Coach of the YearNHSACA National Hall of FameSDHSCA Hall of FameClosing Remarks & Passing of the Gavel.Sheri Keck, PresidentPast President Award.Travis Carpenter, President Elect– 3 –
2015 Girls’ Cross CountryCoach of the YearRalph KroetchPhillipEach time Ralph Kroetch was preparing to step downas Philip’s cross country coach, a student-athletewould ask if he would consider staying on. Heeagerly accepted and 14 years later is still coaching the Scotties. In the fall of2015, the Philip girls’ team earned runner-up honors at the state Class Bchampionships. The Scotties were led by Ellie Coyle, who finished third, andDilyn Terklidsen, who came in seventh. Philip’s showing was a high point forKroetch, who has enjoyed coaching at some level for most of his adult life.“I believe one step toward success is drawing on the experience of others,”Kroetch said. “I have been fortunate to learn from so many great coaches, bothlocal mentors and many friendly rivals from cross country and track & field acrossthis great state. This recognition I am pleased to receive, was earned by manyand will remain a happy memory of my life and serve to inspire both myself andthe student-athletes of Philip to always strive toward reaching our potential andrepresent South Dakota cross-country to the very best of our ability.”Other Nominees:Karen Karim, CusterBill Martens, Aberdeen CentralPrevious 1-122012-132013-142014-15Lyle Claussen - BrandonJim Gemar - LennoxRich Greeno – SF LincolnDave Archambault - KyleGene Breemes - RC StevensRick Evans - MartyKeith Christensen - MitchellJerry McElroy - WatertownJohn Houska - RC CentralDan Bohl - HovenDan Bohl - HovenKurt Schultz - BalticConnie Nyhaug - ViborgJohn Houska - RC CentralGene Bormann - YanktonNeil Goter - MartyGene Danielson - SalemDave Scott - Hot SpringsForrest Flaagen - RC StevensBill Martens - Aberdeen RoncalliForrest Flaagen - RC StevensDon Ray - DeubrookForrest Flaagen - RC StevensKurt Schultz - BalticKurt Schultz - BalticTom McGough - MillerBob Salmi - Aberdeen CentralTony Skonhovd - WakondaDan Fitzsimmons - YanktonDan Fitzsimmons - YanktonJames Benning - EstellineShannon Jewett - Cheyenne/Eagle ButteBecky Bell-Krueger - Wessington SpringsTim Franz - Redfield/DolandPhil Bjorneberg - ParkerRobert Cordts - MadisonErvin Gebhart - ElktonJason Bohl - GarretsonOther Nominees:Eric Pooley, Sioux Falls LincolnTodd Thorson, IpswichPrevious 1-122012-132013-142014-15Gene Breemes - Rapid CityLowell Gilbertson - ArlingtonJim Gemar - LennoxFran Esser - RedfieldDave Scott - Hot SpringsRuss Strande - BrookingsDon Greenfield - HovenDick Wherry - MilbankRoger Loecker - HuronDennis Ortman - LennoxMichael Oltmanns - LennoxAllan Weier - PlatteTerry Ulmer - HeclaMichael Oltmanns - LennoxTom Freece - SpearfishChuck Seurer - HovenVic Godfrey - WatertownDon Lhotak - Bonesteel/FairfaxMarlene Lorenz - ArlingtonRod Neuman - FaulktonJeff Sylliaasen - GarretsonTerry Vincent - ElktonJeff Sylliaasen - GarretsonTodd Thorson - IpswichRandy Fischer - McCook CentralForrest Flaagen - RC StevensDan Fitzsimmons - YanktonDan Fitzsimmons - YanktonDon Sutera - Sioux ValleyDan Fitzsimmons - YanktonGary Pepper - ScotlandBill Martens - Aberdeen CentralJason Bohl - GarretsonScott Peterson - SturgisTodd Thorson - IpswichLarry Buffington - Gayville-VolinTodd Thorson - IpswichRobert Cordts - Madison2015 Boys’ Cross CountryCoach of the YearTom BrantnerJames Valley ChristianTom Brantner has been coaching cross country atJames Valley Christian for three seasons and alsoserves as an assistant track & field coach workingwith the distance runners. Last year in his second season his boys’ crosscountry team finished as state runners-up and were excited to hang their firstcross country team banner in the gymnasium. This year they moved up onespot and claimed the Class B Boys’ State Cross Country Championship.“This past season holds so many memories for me as our boys won five teamtitles, finished 1-2-3 at our region meet and then capped a memorable seasonwith the school’s first state cross country team title. I love the opportunity tocoach this sport which teaches athletes so many valuable life lessons. It issuch an honor to be chosen by my peers for this award this year and hasmade this season even more memorable for me” Brantner stated.Karen Karim, CusterLuke VanderLeest, Sioux Falls ChristianJason Wagoner, Sioux Falls RooseveltRebecca Wahl, West Central– 4 –
2015 FootballCoach of the YearDan AakerWinnerDan Aaker took over the Winner football program inthe fall of 2002. In his 14 years as head coach theWarriors have compiled a 123-32 record whichincludes 12 semi-final appearances, 4 statechampionship game appearances, 1 runner-up finish in 2008 and 3 state titles in2009, 2012, and 2015.Along with being head football coach, Aaker served as assistant basketball coach fortwo years, assistant track & field coach for three years, and head track & field coachfor five years. He currently serves as Assistant HS/MS Principal and ActivitiesDirector, a role he has held for the last six years. Aaker has been named Region 8Football Coach of the Year three times. He was also named Region Athletic Directorof the Year in 2016.Aaker is quick to comment “I am honored to receive this award and the fact it isvoted on by my peers makes it extra special. I feel extremely privileged to becoaching in a community like Winner that gives such great support andencouragement to our student-athletes. I also know awards like this come fromhaving great players and great assistant coaches and this award is certainly areflection on them.”Other Nominees:Max Hodgen, MadisonPaul Raasch, Langford AreaPrevious 09-102010-112011-122012-132013-142014-15Galen Busch - MissionKim Weed - DeSmetGalen Busch - MissionJim Mitchell - St. FrancisLunette Birrenkott - RC StevensCindy Nelson - WebsterKathy Hunt - SF O’GormanJill Christensen - Parker/MarionSpencer Brende - Elk PointJonel Smith - RC StevensChris Schultz - HurleyConnie Nyhaug - ViborgJoyce Farrell - MadisonMike West - PhilipBeth Schutt - WatertownJeff Skatrud - VermillionShelly Buddenhagen - HuronKathy Graves - NorthwesternKelly Northrup - Hot SpringsCarol Snyder - Harding CountyGreg Murley - Aberdeen CentralDeb Thill - MitchellNancy Hoeke - MilbankLeasa Woodward - YanktonNora Groft - NorthwesternKacy Kienholz - PierreAmy Tyler - WagnerDennis Northrup - Aberdeen CentralAnita Boeck - ArlingtonErika Paladino-Hazlett - SF LincolnKari Jung - WarnerJulie Kolbeck - O’GormanDarci Wassenaar - SF ChristianPrevious WinnersBurdell Coplan - CantonRon Struck - ColomeDale McElhaney - WatertownHarvey Naasz - WinnerMax Hawk - YanktonBill Witte - OnidaRuss Morrell - BurkeBob Bozied - PierreGlenn Sellevold - Brandon ValleyHarvey Naasz - WinnerHarvey Naasz - WinnerBob Garry - LennoxRick Swenson - Belle FourcheDan Thelen - MontroseSteve Entringer - TrippBurdell Coplan - CantonHarvey Naasz - WinnerSteve Kueter - SF O’GormanMike Klinedinst - Brandon ValleyClarence Kooistra - GarretsonArlin Likness - HamlinFrank Podraza/Kim JohnsonHitchcock/Tulare1993-94Keith Huber - Harrisburg1994-95Max Hawk - Yankton1995-96Russ Morrell - Bon Homme1996-97Doug Schooley - Watertown1997-98Mark Kool - SpearfishGary Maffett - Brookings1998-991999-2000 Arlin Likness - YanktonJohn Nyhaug - Viborg2000-012001-02Doug Schooley - Watertown2002-03Arlin Likness - YanktonGary Hoffman - Spearfish2003-042004-05Steve Gilbertson - Arlington2005-06Terry Dosch - Aberdeen Roncalli2006-07Terry Dosch - Aberdeen Roncalli2007-08Jeff VanLeur - Emery/EthanAaron Beavers - SF Lincoln2008-09Mike Flakus - Aberdeen Central2009-10Brian Hermanson - SF Washington2010-112011-12Kim Nelson - SF Roosevelt2012-13Steve Hansen - Dell Rapids2013-14Vern Smith - Gettysburg2014-15Arlin Likness - 1-921992-93Chad Stadem, Sioux Falls WashingtonJames Strang, Canistota2015 VolleyballCoach of the YearJean BensonChester AreaDuring the 2015 season, the Chester Lady Flyers went30-2, including their 3rd straight win of the Big EastConference tournament championship & the Big EastConference regular season championship. They cappedtheir season with a Class “B” State Volleyball Championship. The Lady Flyers hadfinished as State Runner-up the previous two seasons. The Lady Flyers captured theschool’s first ever volleyball championship and senior Jenna Reiff was named the SDGatorade Volleyball Player of the Year and also received the SDVBCA Class “B” MissVolleyball honors.Benson has been the head volleyball coach at Chester since 2002. During her 15years as head coach her teams have won nine District championships, five Regionchampionships, and placed 4th, 3rd, 2013 and 2014 State Runner-up and were the2015 State Champions.“This is a great honor and I am humbled by this award. I will happily accept this award on behalf of all the youngladies who have contributed to the success of volleyball in Chester and who have called themselves “Lady Flyers”. Iam proud to be their coach – and I am honored to be receiving this award in dedication to all of them.”Other Nominees:Jill Christensen, ParkerDarcy Deinert, Mt. Vernon/PlankintonKari Jung, WarnerDennis Northrup, Aberdeen Central– 5 –Julie Kobeck, Sioux Falls O’GormanDarci Wassenaar, Sioux Falls Christian
2016 WrestlingCoach of the YearShawn LewisPierre RiggsSince Shawn Lewis took the reins of Pierre Riggs HighSchool’s wrestling program the Governors have been on aroll. Under Lewis, Pierre has won the Eastern South DakotaConference championship in 2014 and 2016, was stateClass A tournament runners-ups in 2014, and has claimed state crowns in 2015 and2016. A graduate of Northern State University, Lewis coached at Elk Point-Jeffersonand Aberdeen Central before joining the Pierre staff. He served as a middle schoolfootball coach and assistant varsity wrestling coach before accepting an appointmentas varsity assistant football coach and head wrestling coach. Pierre entered the 2016state championship with qualifiers in every weight class and won titles at 106, 113,120, and 132 pounds.“Receiving this award is an honor,” said Lewis. “Being recognized by your fellowcoaches from around the state means a lot to me. Almost all of them have helped insome way, shape, or form, both personally and professionally. This is an individualaward but one that comes as a direct reflection of the hard work put forth by many,not just myself. The parents, administration, youth program, athletes, and entirecoaching staff deserve a piece of this award because without their efforts and support,this year for the Pierre Governor Wrestling team would not have been possible.”Other Nominees:Scott Andal, McCook Central/MontroseMatt Donnelly, Phillip AreaPrevious 982-831983-841984-851985-861986-87Dawn Wilber - DolandCharlene Johnson - MitchellJackie Hanson - GrotonDawn Wilber - MillerBill Beesley - WagnerLolly Forseth - SF LincolnMark Upward - VermillionMark Upward - VermillionLolly Forseth - SF LincolnLolly Forseth - SF LincolnSandy GreenoughMiller/Wessington1987-88Patty Jorgenson - Brookings1988-89Mark Upward - Vermillion1989-90Le Anne Vette - Spearfish1990-91Lolly Forseth - SF Lincoln1991-92Cliff Jorgenson - Stanley County1992-93Mark Bellum - Watertown1993-94Sherri Olson - Mitchell1994-95Linda Collignon - Madison1995-96Randy Hagen - RC Central1996-97Dan Fitzsimmons - Yankton1997-98Susan Heitmann - Britton1998-99Sheri Keck - RC Stevens1999-2000 Linda Collignon - Madison2000-01Linda Collignon - Madison2001-02Barb Bauder - Mitchell2002-03Lana Bauer - SF O’Gorman2003-04Maridee Wiese - Madison2004-05Shawn Bauer - SF O’Gorman2005-06Mark Bellum - Watertown2006-07Audra Rew - Mitchell2007-08Jeanne Sinclair - Milbank2008-09Melissa Van Gilder - Watertown2009-10Lynn Gudmundson - Deuel2010-11Lynn Gudmundson - Deuel2011-12Vicky Fisher - Watertown2012-13Mark Upward - Vermillion2013-14Sherri Knippling - Chamberlain2014-15Angela Grupe - Britton-HeclaOther Nominees:Marc Murren, Sioux Falls WashingtonJeremy Swanson, CantonPrevious -132013-142014-15Dick Bleth - FaulktonMarv Sherrill - WatertownChuck Scheppy - WebsterAl Bowar - GarretsonTom Long - Rapid CityRich Strande - RedfieldJerry Opbroek - MitchellGerald Schlekeway - VermillionRod Moon - MobridgeFran Esser - RedfieldBill Boggess - MitchellWillie Seibel - VermillionFran Esser - RedfieldBob Dolezal - PhilipBob Johnson - KimballMike Kadera - SpearfishGary Wallman - FreemanRich Strande - BrookingsBob Hirsch - MilbankAndy Tate - MitchellWayne Scherr - WagnerBob Hirsch - MilbankKen Cihak - HuronRick Jensen - PierreKen Ruml - HowardAndy Tate - MitchellBrad Kelvington - HarrisburgMarv Sherrill - WatertownJohn Donovan - Harding CountyTim Wishard - RC StevensMark Stoebner - Bon HommeMarv Sherrill - WatertownBill Kaiser - WinnerSteve Keszler - SturgisJoe Meyer - ParkerWade Rausch - IpswichErnie Valentine - WagnerFran Esser - RedfieldSteve Keszler - SturgisWade Rausch - Webster AreaRyan Noyes - PierreJared Digmann - ParkstonRocky Burkett - Aberdeen CentralMark Stoebner - Bon Homme2016 GymnasticsCoach of the YearMaridee DossettMadisonIn the winter of 2016, Maridee Dossett guided Madisonto its 19th state gymnastics championship. Jenni Gilespaced the Bulldogs’ title run by winning the vault, bars,beam, and floor exercise. “I’ve coached a lot of greatathletes, she’s right up there with the best of the best,” said Dossett, who competedfor Madison and helped the Bulldogs to their first state title.Dossett was named Madison’s head coach in 2002. “I’m honored and humbled toreceive this award,” Dossett said. “I’m also mindful that a successful program doesn'thappen overnight and is a reflection of the dedicated athletes and coaches,supportive administration and community members involved. The beginningsuccess of MHS gymnastics can be attributed to the vision that John and LindaCollignon had, part of which was giving Madison gymnasts an opportunity to buildon their athletic ability through a practice facility. Our gymnastics center was built bymany community members who donated their time, energy and money, andallowed us to spend less time on the road driving to classes, and more time focusedon building skills and confidence in our own gym.” Dossett said her role as a coachis to help guide and shape confident athletes and encourage them to exhibit goodcharacter.Audra Rew, MitchellLori Warne, Sioux Falls RooseveltLuke Youmans, Yankton– 6 –
2016 Girls’ BasketballCoach of the YearPrevious 0-112011-122012-132013-142014-15Gale Lundberg - Clear LakeBob Winter - YanktonFred Tibbetts - JeffersonGale Lundberg - Clear LakeJoe Lockwood - SF WashingtonJoe Lockwood - SF WashingtonDon Shields - PierreJerry Altenburg - ArmourJim Holwerda - BrookingsCharlie Sizer - MillerBob Hopkins - Bennett CountyGordon Berquist - MilbankRon Flynn - WakondaByron Utter - LangfordCheryl Jenner - SissetonWade Rozell - MelleteSheila Huth - HurleyRandi Faeth - NewellTim Pflanz - WakondaBob Sittig - BalticDoug Pesicka - YanktonNeil Goter - WagnerFred Tibbetts - SF RooseveltDoug Groth - SelbyTodd JuttingWaverly/South ShoreBob Sittig - BalticDean Leuning - Tri-ValleyJason ChristensonMount VernonBrad Noem - HamlinJeff Dvorak - Dell RapidsMark Senftner - Sully ButtesNate Malchow - SF WashingtonPat McClemans - WatertownSteve Kruase - Elkton-Lake BentonMark Stadem - Brandon ValleyRob Van Laecken - ParkstonStewart Bohle - WarnerNate Malchow - SF WashingtonJamie Parish - SF WashingtonDawn SeilerAberdeen CentralDawn Seiler began coaching in McIntosh as head girls’basketball coach and assistant boys’ basketball coach in1983. The Tigers qualified for the state tournament seventimes during her 15 year tenure. In 1998 she acceptedthe head girls’ basketball position at Aberdeen Central High School where she hascoached for the last 18 years. The Golden Eagles have qualified for the statetournament 16 times with Seiler as the head coach. This year she guidedAberdeen Central to their first ever state girls’ basketball title which netted hercoach of the year recognition.“It’s an honor to receive this award because I have so much respect for theindividuals in this profession. I have been fortunate to work with many greatcolleagues and compete against coaches that bring out the best in the teams thatI have coached.”Other Nominees:Larry Aaker, WinnerBrandon Kandolin, St. Thomas MoreMark Senftner, Sully Buttes2016 Boys’ BasketballCoach of the YearMike SchoutenSioux Falls ChristianMike Schouten began coaching basketball at Lake WorthChristian High School in Lantana, FL. After four years hemoved to Manhattan Christian High School in Manhattan,MT and four years later he moved to Sioux Falls Christianwhere he is currently coaching. Schouten spent his first 11years at Christian as an assistant boys’ basketball coach and he just completed his 11thyear as head coach.Schouten stated, “During my 30 years of coaching, I have been blessed to havecoached some excellent basketball players who are also outstanding people. I wouldlike to thank the South Dakota High School Coaches Association and my peers for thishonor. It is very humbling to receive this award from among so many great coachesacross our state. This award is truly a reflection of the quality group of basketballplayers we had at Sioux Falls Christian this past season.”Other Nominees: Jeff Halseth, SF LincolnDerek Hoellein, Warner– 7 –Mike King, Irene-WakondaPrevious 84-851985-86Bob Dockter - MillerJohn Bruce - BrittonGayle Hoover - ParkerRon Bennett - FreemanPierre Du Charme - AberdeenJim Thorson - WebsterRoger Schaffer - Elk PointRoger Pries - PierreDan Moran - StickneyDan Moran - StickneyBob Judson - PierreWayne Carney - HamlinBob White - WakondaGary Munsen - MitchellLarry HessingNew Holland Dakota Christian1986-87Jesse Mendoza - Pine Ridge1987-88Terry Small - Aberdeen Central1988-89Jay Hennies - Vermillion1989-90Jim Trett - Northwestern1990-91Tim Hooten - Lennox1991-92Kraig Ulveling - Watertown1992-93Chuck Welke - Warner1993-94Gene Lorenz - Madison1994-95Marv McCune - DeSmet1995-96Jim Schlekeway - Mobridge1996-97Rick Weber - Flandreau1997-98Brad Thorson - Brandon Valley1998-99Galen Swenson - Castlewood1999-2000 Dan Sabers - Tripp/Delmont2000-01Galen Swenson - Castlewood2001-02Dan Martin - Spearfish2002-03Jeff Larson - Lennox2003-04Tim Buddenhagen - Huron2004-05Ervin Gebhart - Elkton2005-06Mike Parry - Arlington2006-07Derek Robey - SF O’Gorman2007-08Frank Cutler - Platte-Geddes2008-09Robin Burgard - SF Lincoln2009-10Eldon Marshall - White River2010-11Mike Tuschen - Corsica/Stickney2011-12Derek Robey - SF O’Gorman2012-13Terry Becker - Pierre2013-14Michael Ricke - Madison2014-15Paul Raasch - Langford Area
2016 SpiritCoach of the YearPrevious 2009-102010-112011-122012-132013-142014-15Rita Berg - BalticDawn Williams - AlexandriaPatsy Hendricks - BrookingsMichele Koch - StickneyLynn Senftner - Timber LakeCindy Kopecky - FaulktonBruce KleinsasserAberdeen CentralPatsy Hendricks - BrookingsBrittney Eide - CorsicaDeb Esser - RedfieldBruce KleinsasserAberdeen CentralDiane Gilbertz - Brandon ValleyCindy Kopecky - FaulktonDawn Stluka - PierreKrista Daily - WatertownMarla Tegethoff - Platte-GeddesCami Bacon - Dell Rapids St. Mary’sSheri Keck - Rapid City StevensHolly Morgan - NorthwesternKaye VanderVorstHerreid-Selby AreaAfter filling the role of dedicated coach’s wife for 21years, Kaye VanderVorst applied to fill the open cheercoach position for the Herreid-Selby Area Wolverines. “Asa fan in the stands, it’s easy to pick out what you wouldwant to see in a successful cheerleader”, says VanderVorst, “But, it’s a whole otherthing to make that happen.” Armed with newly obtained coaching certifications andlots of online research, VanderVorst launched her first Wolverine sideline cheer teamlast summer. “I was fortunate to have the guidance of other local cheer coachesBruce Kleinsasser of Aberdeen Central and Lynn Senftner of Sully Buttes”, addedVanderVorst. “They were so helpful in getting me started on building this program.”“It is a huge honor to be selected as the 2015 Spirit Coach of the Year by the SD Coaches Association. I am humbled tobe included in a group of such successful coaches with so much more experience. As I told my team all season, hardwork and dedication pay off and I’m thrilled to share this award with my team.”VanderVorst is a native of Linton (ND) and a 1995 graduate of Northern State University with a Bachelor of ScienceDegree with majors in Accounting and Management and is currently employed by Valley Telecommunications based inHerreid, SD as the Marketing/Cellular Coordinator. VanderVorst is married to Lance VanderVorst, a teacher/coach in theHerreid School System. They are the parents to three children: Brady (20), Karson (16), and Ashlyn (14).Other Nominees:Krista Dailey, WatertownBruce Kleinsasser, Aberdeen CentralSheri Keck, Rapid City Stevens2016 TennisCoach of the YearPrevious WinnersKeiz ShultzSt. Thomas MoreKeiz Shultz was instrumental in helping launch the school’stennis program in 1996 and co
with an emphasis on counseling and guidance. During her time at UND, . South Dakota Gymnastics Coaches Association -20 years National High School Athletic Coaches Association -16 years Kathie attended eleven National High School Athletic Coaches Association clinics. . James Valley Christian Tom Brantner has been coaching cross .
