All Games
Mon
Dec 02
Mon, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Dakota Wesleyan Tigers at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Wed
Dec 04
Wed, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Montana Grizzlies Mens Basketball
Dahlberg Arena at University of Montana • Missoula, MT
Dahlberg Arena at University of Montana
Missoula, MT
Sat
Dec 07
TBDTBD
Eastern Washington Eagles at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Wed
Dec 11
Wed, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Nevada Wolf Pack Mens Basketball
Lawlor Events Center • Reno, NV
Lawlor Events Center
Reno, NV
Fri
Dec 13
Fri, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Colorado Buffaloes Mens Basketball
CU Events Center • Boulder, CO
CU Events Center
Boulder, CO
Thu
Dec 19
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Chadron State Eagles at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Sun
Dec 29
Sun, 2:00 pm2:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Alabama Crimson Tide Mens Basketball
Coleman Coliseum • Tuscaloosa, AL
Coleman Coliseum
Tuscaloosa, AL
Thu
Jan 02, 2025
Thu, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
Denver Pioneers at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Sat
Jan 11, 2025
Sat, 1:05 pm1:05 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Nebraska Omaha Mavericks Mens Basketball
Baxter Arena • Omaha, NE
Baxter Arena
Omaha, NE
Thu
Jan 16, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
North Dakota Fighting Hawks at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Sat
Jan 18, 2025
Sat, 4:15 pm4:15 pm
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Thu
Jan 23, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Kansas City Roos Mens Basketball
Swinney Recreation Center • Kansas City, MO
Swinney Recreation Center
Kansas City, MO
Sat
Jan 25, 2025
Sat, 5:00 pm5:00 pm
South Dakota Coyotes at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Thu
Jan 30, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at North Dakota State Bison Mens Basketball
Scheels Center • Fargo, ND
Scheels Center
Fargo, ND
Sat
Feb 01, 2025
Sat, 1:00 pm1:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at North Dakota Fighting Hawks Mens Basketball
Betty Engelstad Sioux Center • Grand Forks, ND
Betty Engelstad Sioux Center
Grand Forks, ND
Thu
Feb 06, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
St. Thomas Tommies at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Thu
Feb 13, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Nebraska Omaha Mavericks at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Sat
Feb 15, 2025
Sat, 5:00 pm5:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at South Dakota Coyotes Mens Basketball
Sanford Coyote Sports Center • Vermillion, SD
Sanford Coyote Sports Center
Vermillion, SD
Sun
Feb 16, 2025
Sun, 1:00 pm1:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at South Dakota Coyotes Mens Basketball
Sanford Coyote Sports Center • Vermillion, SD
Sanford Coyote Sports Center
Vermillion, SD
Wed
Feb 19, 2025
Wed, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
North Dakota State Bison at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Sat
Feb 22, 2025
TBDTBD
Kansas City Roos at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Sun
Feb 23, 2025
Sun, 1:00 pm1:00 pm
Kansas City Roos at South Dakota State Jackrabbits Mens Basketball
First Bank and Trust Arena • Brookings, SD
First Bank and Trust Arena
Brookings, SD
Thu
Feb 27, 2025
Thu, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Mens Basketball
Mabee Center • Tulsa, OK
Mabee Center
Tulsa, OK
Sat
Mar 01, 2025
Sat, 1:00 pm1:00 pm
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at Denver Pioneers Mens Basketball
Hamilton Gym • Denver, CO
Hamilton Gym
Denver, CO
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SDSU Jackrabbits Men's Basketball Basics
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Current Conference: Summit League
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Current Division: Division I
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Last NCAA Championship Title: 1963 Division II
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Cheerleading Squad: South Dakota State University Cheerleading Team
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Dance Squad: Jackrabbit DanceTeam
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Band: Pride of the Dakotas Marching Band
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Mascot: Jack (Jackrabbit)
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Team Colors: Blue and Yellow
South Dakota State Men’s Basketball Schedule
The SDSU Jackrabbits basketball team faces opponents ranging from formidable conference foes to long-standing rivals. Each game presents unique challenges, with some crucial for conference standings and others offering the thrill of inter-conference competition.
Key Competitors
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University of North Dakota: SDSU has a history of tough intraconference competition with their neighbor to the south. Clashes between the Jackrabbits and the Fighting Hawks are always intense, pushing both teams to their limits.
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University of South Dakota: With state bragging rights hanging in the balance, contests between the Jackrabbits and the Coyotes always excite fans. Both squads are fighting to uphold their schools’ longstanding sports traditions.
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Oral Roberts University: As both the Jackrabbits and the Golden Eagles consistently contend for conference titles and postseason berths, their encounters have become highly anticipated events, drawing attention from fans and media alike.
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North Dakota State University: Through years of closely contested games, the Jackrabbits and the Bison have developed a fierce rivalry characterized by a relentless desire to outperform one another but underscored by mutual respect.
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University of Iowa: The Hawkeyes are known for their aggressive play, which offers a stark contrast to the Jackrabbits' more calculated approach. The conflicting tempos, with each side looking to impose its style on the other, makes for interesting matchups.
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Western Illinois University: While not a traditional powerhouse, the Leathernecks often prove to be a challenging adversary for the Jackrabbits. Their matchups provide opportunities for South Dakota State to demonstrate their tenacity.
Frost Arena
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits play their home games at Frost Arena. This venue, with a seating capacity of 6,500, is located right on campus in Brookings. Since its opening in 1973, it has been a significant site for school sports, including wrestling and volleyball.
Parking
The closest parking options to Frost Arena:
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Stanley J. Marshall Center Parking: 1165 Jackrabbit Avenue
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Visitor Parking: On campus next to the arena on Student Union Lane
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Dana J Dykhouse Stadium Parking: 1396 Stadium Road
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Alternative Transportation
The Rabbit Ride is a free transportation service for students, community members, and visitors. These shuttles typically operate around the campus, providing an easy way to reach the venue.
Notable South Dakota State Jackrabbits Men's Basketball Players
Over the years, South Dakota State has seen its share of athletes fondly remembered for their contributions to the Jackrabbits basketball program. The following extraordinary alumni are among the elite:
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Steve Lingenfelter (1979–1981): Lingenfelter was a dominant power forward for the Jackrabbits, known for his scoring and rebounding skills. Selected by the Washington Bullets in the 1981 draft, he had a brief stint in the NBA with the team that would eventually become the Wizards.
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Chris White (1990–1993): At South Dakota State, White’s strong defensive play helped lead the Jackrabbits to an NCC postseason tournament title. He earned NCC Most Valuable Player honors, and in 1992, he set the record for the most points scored in a single season.
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Nate Wolters (2009–2013): Wolters led SDSU to their first two Division 1 NCAA Tournament appearances. Drafted 38th overall by the Washington Wizards, he played with the Milwaukee Bucks and New Orleans Pelicans before finding his footing in the international leagues.
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Jordan Dykstra (2010–2014): Dykstra, known for his sharpshooting ability, helped lead the Jackrabbits to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances with Wolters. After his college playing days, he went on to play for BK Inter Bratislava in the Extraliga League.
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Mike Daum (2015–2019): Mike Daum, a three-time Summit League Player of the Year, guided the Jackrabbits to three NCAA Tournaments. He signed with the Portland Trail Blazers for one Summer League, then went on to a professional career in the international leagues.
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