Sport: College Sports Category: Coaching

Teams compete for state title in Little League tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 3:17 AM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Teams compete for state title in Little League tournament

Summary

Teams from Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Brandon, Pierre, and Pine Ridge are competing in the Little League state tournament at Collins Field in Rapid City. The tournament features six teams vying for first place. The Oglala Lakota Little League returns after a 26-year absence, with their coach expressing excitement about the team's chemistry and potential. Due to high temperatures expected to exceed 100 degrees, organizers are considering adjusting game times for player safety. The championship match is scheduled for Sunday.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Key Details

•Six teams are competing for the state title in Rapid City.
•Oglala Lakota Little League returns after 26 years.
•High temperatures may prompt schedule adjustments.
•The championship match is set for Sunday.
•Community volunteers are crucial for hosting the tournament.

Latest Updates

3:17 AMYahoo Sports — Little leaguers chase state title

What they're saying

"
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO)– Teams from Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Brandon, Pierre, and Pine Ridge are looking to capture first place at Collins Field in Rapid City. “We are really excited to host; we’ve got a six-team tournament this year. Teams from across the state. Yeah, it’s a ton of work for sure; it takes […]
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

College Sports