Ben Burns

Plus Lisa Lockhart leads the Barrel Racing Average at the NFR

Rapid City hosts Wichita for 3 games this week

The Thunderdome was the place to be for hockey fans this weekend as the Rushmore Thunder’s boys and girls varsity teams collected wins against the Sioux Center Storm. Ben Burns has highlights from both games.

After earning a shutout victory at home, the Badlands Sabres weren’t able to capitalize with another win Saturday night. Plus, the Rapid City Rush scored on all cylinders on the road against the Allen Americans. Ben Burns has the details.

Both the Black Hills State men’s and women’s basketball teams had tough tests Friday night as they hosted the Regis Rangers. Plus, South Dakota Mines had the task of taming Mountain Lions with UC-Colorado Springs in town. Vic Quick and Ben Burns break down those games in this edition of the Friday Night Frenzy.

Plus Rapid City's Aislinn Duffy named NSIC player of the week

November has not been a very giving month for the Badlands Sabres. On Saturday, the NA3HL team lost their sixth game in a row. However, head coach Brendon Hodge says they have no plans of giving up. Ben Burns has the details.

With the gymnastics season underway, Just Jymnastics in Rapid City is doing much more than teaching kids about the sport. Ben Burns has more on the gym’s mission to help its athletes battle through challenges on and off the floor.

The South Dakota Mines men’s basketball team notched their first win of the season in their home opener against the Montana State University-Billings Yellow Jackets. Ben Burns breaks down the action from the first half.

The Rapid City Rush have been on their way to rectifying their slow start to the regular season, but Friday proved to be a bump in the road. Ben Burns has highlights from the first period.

Curling is far from being the most popular winter sport, but this game of strategy is easy to learn and can be enjoyed by almost everyone. Ben Burns caught up with the president of the Rushmore Curling Club to learn more about the unusual sport.

This year, the Douglas Patriots volleyball team made history by reaching the SODAK 16 for the first time. As a force near the net, Gabriela Grabowska-Hoyle could lead the Patriots to even more wins once she becomes a senior. Ben Burns has the details on the Gustafson Builders Athlete of the Week.

Cohort Craft Brewery treats World Cup soccer fans with a watch party.

Rodeo fans in Rapid City were treated to a Saturday night special as the third annual Broncs in the Black Hills brought world-ranked riders and buckin’ broncs featured in the NFR. Ben Burns has highlights from some of the night’s top riders.

Plus Black Hills State men's basketball team ranked 5th in the country

On Friday, the Wall Eagles had their historic season end in a 34-14 win against Parkston at the DakotaDome. It also marked the end of a long drought of West River football teams not winning state championships. Ben Burns breaks down the impact Wall’s win had on their town and region as a whole.

For the first time since 2019, the Rapid City Stevens volleyball team has earned a spot in the State Tournament, taking down Sioux Falls Roosevelt in five sets. Ben Burns has highlights from the SODAK 16 battle.

Plus Custer's Boyster and Central's Schlabach sign to compete at the collegiate level

The Hill City volleyball team had three different coaches during their state-qualifying 2021 season. This year, a former player stepped up to the plate and became a mentor and role model for her girls. Ben Burns spoke to Allie Henderson on how she felt about her first season as the Lady Rangers’ head coach.

The Sturgis Buccaneers are your Black Hills Youth Football PeeWee Super Bowl champions after an impressive showing against the Spearfish Rams at O’Harra Stadium. Ben Burns breaks down the exciting highlights from the first half.

For the first time since September, the Badlands Sabres have won two games in a row after outlasting the Bozeman Ice Dogs in a shootout. Ben Burns breaks down the first-period highlights.

The Rapid City Stevens and Central volleyball teams kicked off the weekend early Friday night with the first of two games against a pair of tough teams from Sioux Falls. Vic Quick and Ben Burns break down those highlights in this edition of the Friday Night Hike.

For the first time since 2011, the Wall Eagles are headed to the State Championship game after an impressive semifinals victory over Hamlin. Plus, the Hot Springs Bison had their historic season come to an abrupt ending as Elk-Point Jefferson dominated on their home turf. Vic Quick and Ben Burns break down those highlights and more in this edition of the Friday Night Hike.

Plus 9 man semifinal preview

On the day before Halloween, kids and adults had the chance to show off their costumes before the big day as part of the Black Hills Running Club’s Sock Hop races. Ben Burns spoke to one of the organizers of the event to hear why they decided to give racers a scary-good time before the 31st.

With Halloween right around the corner, teenage cowboys and cowgirls showed off their spook-tacular skills on horseback in the Badlands Little Britches Rodeo. Ben Burns has highlights from some of the top performers in pole bending and tiedown.

The Rapid City Rush welcomed back fans in a big way Friday night as they scored six goals in their win against the Kansas City Mavericks. Ben Burns breaks down highlights from the game’s first period.

The Black Hills State men’s basketball team may be getting all the attention after reaching the Final Four last season, but the Yellow Jackets women may be headed for a big year themselves. Ben Burns caught up with head coach Mark Nore to discuss what he expects out of his players this upcoming season.

The Rapid City Stevens Raiders had their season come to an end Thursday night, but not before showing a strong effort against O’Gorman. Plus, the Jefferson Cavaliers proved why they’re the top-seeded team in the state in their convincing win over Washington. Vic Quick and Ben Burns have those highlights in this edition of the Friday Night Hike.

Despite facing a difficult opponent in the Bon Homme Cavaliers, the top-seeded Wall Eagles survived their quarterfinal matchup on their home field. Plus, the Hot Springs Bison delivered another major statement win, shutting down Aberdeen Roncalli. Vic Quick and Ben Burns have those highlights in a special Thursday night edition of the Friday Night Hike.

Coach Heathershaw discusses matchup with Bon Homme

Plus 9 man football playoff preview

Plus Big Ol' Fish

While the Fright Fest may sound like an event chock full of goblins and ghouls, it’s actually a massive soccer tournament featuring nearly 180 teams from six different states. Ben Burns has more details on this year’s tournament and what it takes to put the operation together.

The Badlands Sabres were in desperate need of putting an end to their growing losing streak, and second-year player Zach Vockler delivered in front of his home crowd. Ben Burns has the highlights, including Vockler’s two first-period goals.

Yellow Jackets look to end 2 game losing streak

The top team in 11AA high school football arrived in Box Elder on a mission as they rolled through the Patriots on the turf. Plus, two of the top 11AAA squads battled it out ahead of next week’s playoff openers. Vic Quick and Ben Burns break down those highlights in this special Thursday edition of the Friday Night Hike.

The Rapid City Stevens football team ended their regular season with a win over their inner-city rivals. Plus, another West River rivalry matchup ends in overtime. Vic Quick and Ben Burns has those highlights and more in this Thursday edition of the Friday Night Hike.

Plus 9 man high school football rankings

Plus cross country runners look to shine at this week's state meet

Community members came together in Rapid City for the inaugural Vinny Brewer III Memorial Tournament, which was held to remember Vinny and play the sport he loved the most: Basketball. Ben Burns spoke to Vinny’s brother to hear why he chose to honor his brother with this tournament.

Things are certainly looking up for the South Dakota Mines volleyball team. After losing six straight, the Hardrockers have now won four out of their last five, including Saturday night’s sweep against Western Colorado. Ben Burns has the highlights from that victory.

After starting the season with a 3-2-1 record, the Rapid City Stevens boys soccer team turned things around in a big way, which ultimately led to Saturday’s Class AA State Championship victory. Ben Burns has the highlights from their historic win.

The Rapid City Central football team remains winless as the third-ranked team in the state rolled over the Cobblers. Plus, the Pierre Governors outlasted the Tea Area Titans in what could be a preview of the 11AA state championship game. Vic Quick and Ben Burns break down those highlights in this edition of the Friday Night Hike.

The Sturgis Scoopers honored their seniors and improved to 4-4 on the season with a shutout victory over Douglas. Plus, the Lead-Deadwood Golddiggers capitalized in a must-win matchup against Lakota Tech. Vic Quick and Ben Burns have those highlights and more in this edition of the Friday Night Hike.

Franciliso claimed state titles for STM tennsi team

Baseball may not begin for high school athletes for a few months, but catchers have already put on their pads to learn more about one of the most difficult defensive positions in the sport. Ben Burns caught up with the organizer of the camp to hear more about what it takes to defend home plate.

The South Dakota Mines Hardrockers had another rough outing Sunday as they gave up six goals in their loss to Colorado Christian. Ben Burns breaks down the highlights from an eventful first half.

The South Dakota Mines volleyball team didn’t come away with a win Saturday afternoon, but the Hardrockers were able to give the 19th-ranked team in the nation a worthy battle. Ben Burns has the highlights.

The South Dakota Mines volleyball team didn’t come away with a win Saturday afternoon, but the Hardrockers were able to give the 19th-ranked team in the nation a worthy battle. Ben Burns has the highlights.