Ben Burns
Sports Anchor/ Reporter
Rapid City, South Dakota
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Previously, Ben served as a news producer at CBS 58 in Milwaukee and WFRV in Green Bay.
Before moving to Rapid City, Ben had lived in Wisconsin his entire life.
As a child, Ben became an avid fan of the National Football League, specifically the Green Bay Packers. His other favorite teams include the Dallas Mavericks, the Milwaukee Brewers and the Marquette Golden Eagles.
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The Post 22 Hardhats struggled to create any offensive production in day three of the Firecracker Tournament as they fell to the Missoula Mavericks. Meanwhile, the Post 320 Stars end the Rushmore Classic with two more wins Saturday afternoon. Ben Burns has those highlights and more.
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Top cowboys and cowgirls shine at 103rd edition of the Black Hills Roundup
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Plus Spearfish legion baseball team splits a pair of games against Sioux Falls East and West
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The final day of the Post 320 14U tournament featured Spearfish winning over Sturgis, the Post 22 Cadets showing off their offensive assets, and Post 320 battling Belle Fourche in a tight game. Ben Burns has highlights from those matchups.
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The Parkview and Star of the West Softball Complexes were jam-packed from Friday to Sunday as 140 teams took to the diamonds to compete in the 27th Mt. Rushmore Classic. Ben Burns has the details on the massive tournament.
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On day two of the Post 320 14U Tournament, Sioux Falls West got the best of three West River squads. Ben Burns has highlights from those games.
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Barrel racers from the Black Hills and beyond took to the Central States Fairgrounds over the weekend with the hopes of earning one of the fastest times in the NWBRA Finals. Ben Burns breaks down highlights from Sunday’s open competition.
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The Post 33 Titans got off to a rocky start in this year’s Sturgis Baseball Rally, but they were able to find their footing and string together a few wins before reaching the championship game. Ben Burns has highlights from both the semifinals and their final game against Winner-Colome.
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Plus local Cowboys and Cowgirls performing well at State Rodeo
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Plus Breakaway Roper Sawyer Gilbert signs sponsorship agreement with Monument Health
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Even though we’re still months away from the college basketball season, the South Dakota Mines women’s basketball team is staying busy by helping girls improve their on-court skills. Ben Burns stopped by the Hardrockers’ summer camps to learn why these camps are so important for young players.
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Sunday was the last chance for high school cowboys and cowgirls to qualify for the Rodeo State Finals in Pierre. Plus, Rapid City Post 315 collected a pair of wins on the baseball diamond against Chadron Post 12. Ben Burns breaks down the highlights.
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The Hardhats’ five-game winning streak was snapped Saturday afternoon as the Casper Post 2 Oilers capitalized on Post 22′s mistakes. Plus, young cowboys and cowgirls continue to chase their chance at qualifying for state as part of South Dakota’s High School Rodeo Regionals in New Underwood. Ben Burns has highlights from the day.
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The Post 22 Hardhats continue to ride high this month as they captured a 2-1 victory over Casper. Ben Burns has highlights from the low-scoring matchup.
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Plus Black Hills State men’s basketball team adds two assistant coaches
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Bison girls and Gregory boys hold the lead after round one
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This weekend’s high school regional rodeo competition featured some of the state’s top barrel racers, which included the Jr. South Dakota Rodeo Queen and a Wall teen who qualified for Nationals in 2021. Ben Burns has some of Sunday’s highlights.
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After being blown out by Mitchell Saturday night, the Post 22 Hardhats recovered Sunday afternoon with a win against Billings Post 406 to close out the Black Hills Veterans Classic. Meanwhile, after winning last year’s tournament, the Cheyenne Post 6 Sixers defended their crown with another championship victory. Ben Burns has the highlights.
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Despite their game being pushed back 90 minutes due to a rain delay, the Post 320 Stars defended their home field with a 12-9 victory over Plattsmouth Post 56. Plus, the Sturgis Titans had an early doubleheader on day three of the Black Hills Veterans Classic. Ben Burns has highlights and scores.
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In their final home game of the regular season, turnovers and special teams woes got the best of the Rapid City Marshals as they fell to the Omaha Beef 44-25. Ben Burns has highlights from the first half.
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Despite Monday’s heavy rainfall, the Back when they Bucked All-Day Rodeo went on as planned. Ben Burns has highlights from the high school showcase as young cowboys got down and dirty in the mud and dirt.
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The Spearfish Sasquatch are now in the win column this season as they defeated the Badlands Big Sticks in front of their fans on Sunday. Ben Burns has highlights from Shane Gardner’s first victory as the Sasquatch head coach.
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South Dakota barrel racers brought their best in the South Dakota NBHA Open Championships. Ben Burns has highlights from some of Sunday’s top competitors.
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The final day of the SDHSAA Track & Field Championships did not disappoint as West River teams and athletes took first in major events, including at the hands of two exceptional sprinters. Ben Burns breaks down some of the day’s top finishers.
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In day two of the SD NBHA Championships, one of South Dakota’s top barrel racers of the last 20 years proved that she’s still one of the best on horseback. Ben Burns has highlights from some of Saturday’s top competitors in the Senior Championships.
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Greni won flight one singles state title at last week’s state tournament
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Allison Kahler and Wyatt Larson win individual championships
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The best teenage cowboys and cowgirls South Dakota has to offer gave it their best in the final day of the Junior High Rodeo State Finals. Ben Burns has highlights from the top competitors in boys’ goat tying and barrel racing.
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The Post 22 Hardhats’ struggles against the Post 6 Sixers continued on Sunday at Fitzgerald Field. Ben Burns breaks down the highlights from their second of two games.
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South Dakota’s future stars in rodeo took to the James Kjerstad Center Saturday morning for day two of the Junior High Rodeo State Finals. Ben Burns has highlights in chute dogging and goat tying.
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The Rapid City Marshals put its fans on a wild ride Saturday night as they defeated the Wyoming Mustangs in overtime. Meanwhile, the Post 22 Hardhats battled cold temperatures and red-hot pitching in their loss to the Post 6 Sixers. Ben Burns has the highlights.
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Sioux Falls Lincoln wins 8th straight team state championship
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Plus Black Hills Rapids soccer teams win a pair of state championships
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Plus track and field athletes deliver at Last Chance Meet
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After a less-than-ideal start to the season, the Post 22 Hardhats appear to be back on track after their four-game slate against Watertown Post 17. Plus, the Post 320 Stars have been lighting up the diamond at Pete Lien Memorial field, with their latest win coming against the Miles City Outlaws. Ben Burns has the highlights.
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The Post 22 Hardhats haven’t had a strong start to their season, but Saturday’s wins against Watertown Post 17 could be the boost necessary to turn things around. Plus, the Post 320 Stars score 11 runs in a win over the Outlaws. Ben Burns has the highlights.
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Plus Stevens' Christensen signs to play basketball at SD Mines
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Plus Spearfish boys basketball and volleyball teams get new head coaches
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Plus Spearfish boys tennis team looks to finish season on a strong note
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The Spearfish Gymnastics Academy will be represented by two young gymnasts with plenty of experience and accolades at the USA Gymnastics National Championships. Ben Burns spoke to Savanna Dunwoody and Ruthie Wehrung before they headed to Arizona for the big competition.
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In their first home game in nearly a month, the Rapid City Marshals suffered their fifth straight loss as their struggles continue. Plus, the Rapid City Rush fell in a heartbreaker in game two of their second round matchup in the Kelly Cup Playoffs. Ben Burns has the details.
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Plus SDSU softball team sweeps a doubleheader from North Dakota