News Summary
The high school soccer playoffs in Rapid City will begin on October 7, 2025, featuring thrilling matchups for Class AA and A teams. The semifinals for Class A will occur on October 11, while the Class AA semifinals are set for October 14. Championship games on October 18 promise to showcase the region’s best talent, with teams like Harrisburg and Sioux Falls Lincoln looking to defend their titles. Soccer enthusiasts can expect intense competition as the playoffs unfold in the coming weeks.
Excitement Builds in Rapid City as High School Soccer Playoffs Approach!
Hey there, sports enthusiasts in Rapid City! Are you ready to kick off the excitement? The time has come to gear up for the high school soccer playoffs in South Dakota! Starting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, the battle begins as Class AA and A teams aim for glory on the pitch.
Playoff Schedule: What’s Happening When?
The action-packed playoff schedule is already buzzing with anticipation. For our Class A teams, the semifinals are lined up for October 11, while the Class AA quarterfinals are also set for the same day. It’s a day you won’t want to miss! The thrill continues with the semifinals for Class AA on October 14.
Mark your calendars because Saturday, October 18, 2025, is set to be a sensational day for soccer fans! Here’s a sneak peek at when you can witness some thrilling championship matches at the Sioux Park Complex:
- Class A Boys Championship kicks off at 11 a.m.
- Class A Girls Championship follows at 1 p.m.
- Class AA Boys Championship struts in at 5 p.m.
- Class AA Girls Championship wraps up the day at 7 p.m.
Who’s Hot and Who’s Not?
Let’s take a quick look at who’s been making waves this season! Harrisburg, a powerhouse in girls soccer, is going for their fourth consecutive Class AA championship. On the boys’ side, Sioux Falls Lincoln is looking to snag their third straight championship win.
And who can forget about the defending state champions? Vermillion’s boys and Sioux Falls Christian’s girls are ready to prove themselves once again in the Class A brackets!
The Matchups: Analyzing the First Round
With the official playoff pairings announced, several exciting matchups are set to unfold. Here’s a rundown of some interesting games in Class AA:
- No. 16 Mitchell (2-9-3) takes on No. 1 Sioux Falls Lincoln (11-1) at 7 p.m.
- No. 9 Yankton (8-5-1) vs. No. 8 O’Gorman (8-4-1) at 5 p.m.
- No. 13 Brandon Valley (4-5-5) faces off against No. 4 Rapid City Stevens (12-1-1) at 5 p.m.
- No. 12 Watertown (5-3-5) vs. No. 5 Sioux Falls Washington (8-3-1).
- No. 15 Rapid City Central (3-8-2) is set to compete against No. 2 Sioux Falls Jefferson (10-1-2) at 6 p.m.
- No. 10 Tea Area (5-7-2) takes on No. 7 Sturgis (10-3-1).
- No. 14 Brookings (4-7-3) goes head-to-head with No. 3 Aberdeen Central (11-2-1).
- No. 11 Pierre (6-4-4) plays against No. 6 Sioux Falls Christian (7-4-1).
In Class A, there are also key matchups to keep an eye on:
- No. 16 Sioux Falls Jefferson (3-9-1) faces No. 1 Rapid City Stevens (13-0-1) at 7 p.m.
- No. 9 Spearfish (7-5-2) battles No. 8 Aberdeen Central (8-4-2).
- No. 12 Brookings (4-6-4) takes on No. 5 Sioux Falls Roosevelt (8-1-3).
Conference Honors: Champions Announced!
As the playoffs ramp up, we can’t forget to celebrate the All-Eastern South Dakota Conference teams! Aberdeen Central emerged as the boys’ champions with an impressive record of (8-0-1), while Harrisburg took home the girls’ title, going a perfect (9-0).
So, soccer fans, are you ready for the showdown? The countdown to the playoffs is officially on, and with so many exciting matches lined up, it promises to be a memorable season for high school soccer in South Dakota!
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