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The South Dakota high school softball tournaments are in full swing with quarterfinals being held at Bowden Field in Sioux Falls and Players Complex in Aberdeen. Fans are treated to a series of exciting matches showcasing Class AA, Class A, and Class B competitions. With intense battles and standout performances, teams are vying for the championship trophies this Saturday. Don’t miss the action as local athletes display their talents in front of enthusiastic supporters.

Sioux Falls and Aberdeen Gear Up for Exciting High School Softball Tournament!

Attention, sports fans! The South Dakota high school softball tournaments are officially underway, and the excitement is palpable. The quarterfinals kicked off on Thursday, June 5, with a flurry of action at two main venues: Bowden Field in Sioux Falls and Players Complex in Aberdeen. If you’re a fan of local athletics, this is the time to show your support!

A New Era at Bowden Field

This year’s tournament marks a special occasion as it’s the first time Class AA competition is being held at Augustana’s Bowden Field. With the stadium buzzing with energy, teams clashed in intense battles on the field. A total of 12 games were played, showcasing the talents and sportsmanship of South Dakota’s young athletes.

Bowden Field Highlights

Here are the thrilling scores from Thursday’s matches held at Bowden Field:

  • Harrisburg 15, O’Gorman 0 (in just 3 innings)
  • Sioux Falls Lincoln 4, Sioux Falls Roosevelt 3
  • Sioux Falls Jefferson 3, Brandon Valley 0
  • Sioux Falls Washington 5, Rapid City Stevens 2

This Friday’s lineup at Bowden Field promises to be equally thrilling. The consolation rounds will kick off with:

  • No. 8 Sioux Falls Roosevelt (9-11) vs. No. 5 Brandon Valley (14-5) at 10 a.m.
  • No. 10 O’Gorman (7-11) vs. No. 6 Rapid City Stevens (14-4) at noon.

The semifinal matchups later in the day are anticipated to be epic:

  • No. 1 Sioux Falls Lincoln (20-2) vs. No. 4 Sioux Falls Jefferson (18-3) at 2 p.m.
  • No. 2 Harrisburg (18-2) vs. No. 3 Sioux Falls Washington (17-2) at 4 p.m.

What’s on Deck for Saturday?

Fans can look forward to a series of exciting games at Bowden Field on Saturday:

  • Seventh-place game: 10 a.m.
  • Fifth-place game: noon.
  • Third-place game: 2 p.m.
  • Championship: 4 p.m.

Players Complex Brings the Heat

Meanwhile, over at the Players Complex in Aberdeen, the competition was equally fierce with matches unfolding in Class A and Class B categories. The scores from Thursday, June 5, show just how competitive it was:

  • Dakota Valley 8, Madison 1
  • Dell Rapids 6, Sioux Valley 2
  • West Central 4, Vermillion 1
  • Tri-Valley 14, Elk Point-Jefferson 8

Friday’s matches at Players Complex will feature more exciting competitions, starting with the consolation round:

  • No. 8 Vermillion (7-10) vs. No. 5 Sioux Valley (16-6) at 10 a.m.
  • No. 7 Elk Point-Jefferson (8-9) vs. No. 6 Madison (12-7) at noon.

The semifinals will begin later in the afternoon:

  • No. 1 West Central (19-3) vs. No. 4 Dell Rapids (12-3) at 2 p.m.
  • No. 2 Tri-Valley (13-2) vs. No. 3 Dakota Valley (16-5) at 4 p.m.

Saturday’s Showdown in Aberdeen

Just like in Sioux Falls, Saturday will also be packed with thrilling games at Players Complex:

  • Seventh-place game: 10 a.m.
  • Fifth-place game: noon.
  • Third-place game: 2 p.m.
  • Championship: 4 p.m.

More Action as the Tournament Unfolds

The action didn’t stop there. In additional matches on Thursday for events not outlined previously, the following results were recorded:

  • Alcester-Hudson 11, Florence/Henry 3
  • Deuel 9, Avon 2
  • Gayville-Volin 12, Castlewood 5
  • Mobridge-Pollock 17, Bon Homme 10

As the competition progresses, fans are eagerly anticipating who will take home the championship trophies this Saturday, June 7. Make sure to grab your snacks and get ready to cheer on your favorite teams! It’s going to be a weekend filled with amazing softball action!

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