Sturgis wins third straight state wrestling title

Aberdeen Central takes second, Watertown finishes third in Class A duals

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Top-seeded Sturgis High School capped an unbeaten season by winning its third consecutive South Dakota State Class A dual team wrestling championship on Friday, February 13, 2026. Aberdeen Central finished second, while Watertown placed third in the tournament held in Pierre.

Why it matters

The state dual team wrestling tournament is a highly anticipated annual event that showcases the top high school wrestling programs in South Dakota. Sturgis' three-peat victory solidifies their status as the dominant force in Class A wrestling, while Aberdeen Central and Watertown continue to be among the state' s elite programs.

The details

Sturgis, the No. 1 seed, defeated all of its opponents to claim the Class A dual team title. Aberdeen Central took second place, while Watertown finished third in the tournament held in Pierre.

  • The state Class A dual team wrestling tournament took place on Friday, February 13, 2026.
  • Sturgis won its third consecutive state championship.

The players

Sturgis High School

The top-seeded high school wrestling program that won its third straight state Class A dual team championship.

Aberdeen Central High School

The wrestling program that finished second in the state Class A dual team tournament.

Watertown High School

The wrestling program that placed third in the state Class A dual team tournament.

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What’s next

The state Class B dual team wrestling tournament will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, with results and photos to be added to the story.

The takeaway

Sturgis' three-peat championship solidifies their status as the dominant force in South Dakota high school wrestling, while Aberdeen Central and Watertown continue to be among the state' s elite programs.