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South Dakota Preps Set for June Softball Tournaments
High school teams in Classes A, B, and AA prepare to compete in state championships.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:26am
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The annual state softball tournaments in South Dakota showcase the talents of young athletes and the pride of local communities.Watertown TodayThe 2026 South Dakota high school softball season is set to kick off, with 16 teams across Classes A, B, and AA scheduled to compete in state tournaments from June 4-6 in Aberdeen and Sioux Falls. Watertown and Aberdeen Central, two Class AA schools, are looking to bounce back from down seasons in 2025 as they aim to make a run at the state title.
Why it matters
High school sports, especially marquee events like state championships, are a point of pride for local communities in South Dakota. These tournaments draw crowds, generate excitement, and showcase the talents of young athletes who may go on to play at the college or professional level.
The details
The Class AA, A, and B state softball tournaments will take place from June 4-6 in Aberdeen and Sioux Falls. Watertown and Aberdeen Central, the two Class AA schools mentioned, are hoping to improve on their 2025 seasons where they went 4-13 and 2-16 respectively. Coaches are optimistic about the potential of their young, inexperienced rosters to compete at a high level this year.
- The 2026 South Dakota high school softball season is set to begin in the spring.
- The state tournaments will be held from June 4-6, 2026.
The players
Watertown
A Class AA high school softball team that went 4-13 in the 2025 season.
Aberdeen Central
A Class AA high school softball team that went 2-16 in the 2025 season.
What’s next
The teams will continue their preparations for the state tournaments in the coming months, with the winners of the Class AA, A, and B championships set to be crowned in early June.
The takeaway
High school sports remain an important part of the fabric of communities across South Dakota, with the annual state softball tournaments serving as a showcase for young athletes to demonstrate their skills and compete for championships.
