South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

The Collegian

South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

The Collegian

South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

The Collegian

Very high expectations

‘Very high expectations’

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him) August 23, 2022

After coming up short in their hopes for a national championship the last two seasons, the South Dakota State football team is getting ready for the new season.  Coming off playing 25 games across...

SDSU students cheering on the Jackrabbits at the 2021 Hobo Day game

SDSU one step closer to alcohol sales at games

Mara Wheaton and Brina Sturm June 23, 2022

South Dakota State University could be seeing alcohol sales at games as soon as this coming fall thanks to the South Dakota Board of Regents. At today’s Board of Regents meeting in Vermillion, a policy...

SDSU quarterback, Jon Bell, is in a shotgun formation in the Jackrabbits’ annual spring game. Despite an early interception, the redshirt freshman showed some promise as the Jacks offense scored 57 points.

Jacks compete in spring football game

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him) April 26, 2022

South Dakota State concluded spring practices Saturday with its annual spring football game at the Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Complex. In the intrasquad scrimmage, the Jackrabbit offense rolled past...

Former South Dakota State running back Pierre Strong Jr. sheds a Southern Illinois defender in a regular season game last season. That year, Strong had his best season as a Jackrabbit, leading the FCS in rushing yards (1,686) and scoring 18 rushing touchdowns.

Experts, coaches expect Strong to go in draft

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor April 26, 2022

With the NFL Draft set to begin Thursday, a few Jackrabbits have been getting the attention of NFL teams. The main Jackrabbits with draft potential are running back Pierre Strong Jr. and offensive tackle...

Strong shows out at Bowl game

Strong shows out at Bowl game

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor February 8, 2022

Former Jackrabbit running back Pierre Strong Jr. put an exclamation point on his college career by scoring a long touchdown during the annual East-West Shrine Game on Thursday. Viewers who tuned in...

Jackrabbit football season by the numbers

Jackrabbit football season by the numbers

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/him) January 11, 2022

The South Dakota State football team’s hopes of winning its first-ever national championship were ended in the FCS semifinals last month. After finishing as the national runner-up in the spring season...

Jackrabbits’ season ends at Montana State

Jackrabbits’ season ends at Montana State

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him) December 18, 2021

South Dakota State’s playoff run came to an end Saturday in the FCS Semifinals with a 31-17 loss to eighth-seeded Montana State at a sold-out Bobcat Stadium. With the loss, the Jacks finish the season...

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Jacks beat Villanova, advance to FCS semifinals

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him) December 11, 2021

For the fourth time in program history, the South Dakota State Jackrabbits advance to the final four of the FCS playoffs. After trailing at the half, the Jackrabbits (11-3) scored 21 unanswered points...

Wes Genant prepares for life after SDSU

Wes Genant prepares for life after SDSU

Josiah Tinklenberg, Sports Reporter December 1, 2021

Wes Genant has been around the SDSU football team for quite some time. At 6 feet, 4 inches tall and 300 lbs, the Parkston, South Dakota, native has embraced the opportunity of playing for the Jackrabbits. Genant...

Jacks to face Sac State in second round

Jacks to face Sac State in second round

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor December 1, 2021

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits will look to keep their national title hopes alive this weekend as they travel to Hornet Stadium Saturday, Dec. 4 to take on Sacramento State. The Jackrabbits are...

Jacks face UC Davis in first round of FCS playoffs

Jacks face UC Davis in first round of FCS playoffs

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him) November 21, 2021

For the tenth consecutive season, the South Dakota State Jackrabbits are heading to the FCS playoffs. Announced Sunday at the NCAA Selection Show, they'll host UC Davis in the first round Saturday,...

Jacks beat UND in regular season finale

Jacks beat UND in regular season finale

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him) November 20, 2021

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits needed a win Saturday to secure a spot in the FCS playoffs for the tenth consecutive year. The lowest attendance in Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium this season (8,135) saw...

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