Lake Preston remembers top athletes in 42-year series by Roger Merriam

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Lake Preston remembers top athletes in 42-year series by Roger Merriam
Summary

Roger Merriam reflects on many notable athletes from Lake Preston as part of his series covering local sports since December 1984. Highlighting achievements across various sports, the series notes the Divers' success in state volleyball and girls' track & field, alongside mentions of significant individuals like Stan Steffensen and Doreeen Dirksen. The Divers enjoyed historical moments including state tournament qualifications in volleyball and football. The series is part of a broader documentation of regional athletic history leading into the upcoming focus on Milbank High School.

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  • Lake Preston athletes competed in volleyball, track, and basketball since 1984.
  • Divers qualified for state volleyball tournament eight times from 1985 to 2004.
  • Stan Steffensen won three consecutive state wrestling titles from 1976-1978.
  • Doreeen Dirksen inducted into S.D. Volleyball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2020.
  • Lake Preston formed a co-op with Iroquois in 2023 for football.
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Taking a look at many of the best Lake Preston athletes that Roger Merriam has covered in 42 years at the Public Opinion.

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