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Watertown Today
By the People, for the People
Watertown athletes shine in early spring sports
Top performers from track, baseball, softball, and basketball highlighted in opening week of South Dakota high school season.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:18am
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The 2026 South Dakota high school spring sports season got off to an exciting start, with standout performances across track, baseball, softball, and basketball. Watertown athletes Grace McElroy and Elly Dingsor dominated the indoor girls track events, while other local teams and players made their mark in the early competitions.
Why it matters
High school sports are an important part of many communities, providing opportunities for student-athletes to compete, develop skills, and represent their schools and hometowns. Strong showings in the opening week signal promising seasons ahead for Watertown and other South Dakota programs.
The details
In indoor girls track, Watertown's Grace McElroy and Elly Dingsor put on impressive displays, with McElroy winning the 3,200-meter race and Dingsor taking first in the 1,600 meters. The early results indicate Watertown will field competitive track teams this spring. Across other sports, local baseball, softball, and basketball teams also saw standout individual and team performances in their first games of the season.
- The highlights cover the opening week of the 2026 South Dakota high school spring sports season, from March 23-30.
The players
Grace McElroy
A track athlete from Watertown High School who won the 3,200-meter race in the opening week of the 2026 season.
Elly Dingsor
A track athlete from Watertown High School who won the 1,600-meter race in the opening week of the 2026 season.
The takeaway
The strong early showings by Watertown athletes across multiple spring sports suggest the town's high school programs are poised for successful seasons, bringing pride and excitement to the local community.
