Readers can vote for the Argus Leader’s high school Athletes of the Week for Oct. 19-24, as South Dakota football’s regular season ends and volleyball nears its finish. The nominees include standout football and volleyball performances, plus state-championship runs in cross country. Voting closes at 11:59 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30.

By the Numbers
  • Harrisburg running back Doe: 215 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns on 20 carries.
  • Sioux Falls Christian runner Vander Leest: Class A title in 15:50.5.
  • Jefferson linebacker Peltier Smith: 6 tackles, including 4 for loss and 3 sacks.
  • Washington runner Reilly: Class AA title in 14:53.9.
  • Lincoln receiver Weiss: 84 yards and 1 touchdown on 5 catches.
  • Washington volleyball hitter Jere: 13 kills and 16 digs.
  • Brandon Valley’s Torgrude: 14 kills across 3 tournament wins.
What's Next

Readers decide the weekly winner. Voting ends at 11:59 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30.

Bottom Line

The nominees span multiple sports, but the poll’s outcome is in readers’ hands: cast a vote before the deadline.