Thousands of folks are in town this week for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Christian, Viborg-Hurley, Freeman, Castlewood, Sully Buttes, Lyman, De Smet and Wall will compete for the State B title with games from Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21 at Wachs Arena.
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Aberdeen Christian's Luke Kaiser takes a shot over Viborg-Hurley's Brenner Gerdes during their consolation semifinal at the Class B Boys State Tournament Friday, March 20 inside the Barnett Center. Kaiser had 26 points in a 52-49 win. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Aberdeen Christian's Luke Kaiser takes a shot over Viborg-Hurley's Brenner Gerdes during their consolation semifinal at the Class B Boys State Tournament Friday, March 20 inside the Barnett Center. Kaiser had 26 points in a 52-49 win. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
The Freeman cheerleaders won the Spirit of Six Award at the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Freeman cheerleaders won the Spirit of Six Award at the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Freeman players celebrate after winning the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament by defeating Castlewood 61-53 on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. It was the Flyers' first boys basketball title in 51 years. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Freeman players celebrate after winning the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament by defeating Castlewood 61-53 on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. It was the Flyers' first boys basketball title in 51 years. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Wachs Arena court was covered with a large flag during the national anthem on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Wachs Arena court was covered with a large flag during the national anthem on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Freeman won the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament defeating Castlewood 61-53 on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. It was the Flyers' first basketball title in 51 years. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Freeman won the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament defeating Castlewood 61-53 on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. It was the Flyers' first basketball title in 51 years. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Castlewood's Cam Keszler drives to the rim against Aberdeen Christian's Brooks Jett during their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Keszler scored a game-high 30 points in a 53-50 win. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Castlewood's Cam Keszler drives to the rim against Aberdeen Christian's Brooks Jett during their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Keszler scored a game-high 30 points in a 53-50 win. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Castlewood's Leonard Wernke throws down a two-hand slam against Freeman during the Class B Boys state championship game. Freeman won the title 61-53. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
De Smet's Grant Wilkinson takes a jumper over Walls' Trevor Schultz during their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Wilkinson scored a game-high 40 points but Wall came away with a 60-57 win. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
De Smet's Grant Wilkinson takes a jumper over Walls' Trevor Schultz during their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Wilkinson scored a game-high 40 points but Wall came away with a 60-57 win. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Lyman's Josiah Vaad takes a jump shot over Viborg-Hurley's Brenner Gerdes during the third quarter of their Class B Boys State Tournament game Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Lyman, the No. 8 seed, upset the top-seeded Cougars 49-44. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Aberdeen Christian's Brooks Jett (4) and brother Grady Jett (2) go up to defend De Smet's Grant Wilkinson during their Consolation Championship at the Class B Boys State Tournament Saturday, march 21 inside the Barnett Center. Photo courtesy South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Aberdeen Christian's Grady Jett goes up for a shot in between Castlewood's Brody Bass (4), and Leonard Wernke during the Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Castlewood came away with a 53-50 win. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Aberdeen Christian's Grady Jett goes up for a shot in between Castlewood's Brody Bass (4), and Leonard Wernke during the Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Castlewood came away with a 53-50 win. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Sully Buttes' Wes Wittler takes a jump shot over Freeman's Luke Peters (22), and Luke Miller during their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Wittler scored 28 points in a 63-55 loss. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Sully Buttes' Wes Wittler takes a jump shot over Freeman's Luke Peters (22), and Luke Miller during their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Wittler scored 28 points in a 63-55 loss. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Aberdeen Christian’s Dylan Hofer takes a three pointer in the final second trying to tie the Knight’s Class B Boys quarterfinal with Castlewood Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Hofer’s shot rimmed out giving the Warriors a 53-50 win.
Aberdeen Christian’s Dylan Hofer takes a three pointer in the final second trying to tie the Knight’s Class B Boys quarterfinal with Castlewood Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Hofer’s shot rimmed out giving the Warriors a 53-50 win.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Viborg-Hurley's Jake Austin drives to the rim on Lyman's MJ Diehm during the first quarter of the their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Viborg-Hurley's Jake Austin drives to the rim on Lyman's MJ Diehm during the first quarter of the their Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Wall's Teelan Kjerstad lays in two of his team-high 31 points during the Eagles Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal win over De Smet Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center.
Wall's Teelan Kjerstad lays in two of his team-high 31 points during the Eagles Class B Boys State Tournament quarterfinal win over De Smet Thursday, March 19 inside the Barnett Center.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Castlwood's Kam Keszler drives to the rim past Lyman's Cole Kieffer, left, Canyon Garnos, and Dawson Vollmer during their Class B Boys State Tournament semifinal Friday, March 20 inside the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Members of the 2026 Class B Boys all-tournament team. Bottom row from left: Wes Wittler, Sully Butes; Luke Kaiser, Aberdeen Christian; Jake Austin, Viborg-Hurley; Teelan Kjerstad, Wall; Emmet Dinger, Wall; MJ Diehm, Lyman. Back row from left: Kam Keszler, Castlewood; Will Aderhold, Castlewood; Grant Wilkinson, De Smet; David Walter, Freeman; Tage Sorernson, Freeman; Luke Peters, Freeman. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Members of the 2026 Class B Boys all-tournament team. Bottom row from left: Wes Wittler, Sully Butes; Luke Kaiser, Aberdeen Christian; Jake Austin, Viborg-Hurley; Teelan Kjerstad, Wall; Emmet Dinger, Wall; MJ Diehm, Lyman. Back row from left: Kam Keszler, Castlewood; Will Aderhold, Castlewood; Grant Wilkinson, De Smet; David Walter, Freeman; Tage Sorernson, Freeman; Luke Peters, Freeman. Photo courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Wesley Wittler of Sully Buttes won the Spirit of Su Award at the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament. Photo Courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Wesley Wittler of Sully Buttes won the Spirit of Su Award at the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament. Photo Courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
Freeman won the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament defeating Castlewood 61-53 on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. It was the Flyers' first basketball title in 51 years. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Freeman won the 2026 State B boys basketball tournament defeating Castlewood 61-53 on Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. It was the Flyers' first basketball title in 51 years. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Wall’s Teelan Kjerstad takes a jump shot over Lyman’s MJ Diehm during the third-place game at the State B tournament Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Wall won the game 53-50. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Wall’s Teelan Kjerstad takes a jump shot over Lyman’s MJ Diehm during the third-place game at the State B tournament Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Wall won the game 53-50. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Viborg-Hurley's Brody Schroedermeier slams down two of his 25 points during the Cougars 72-53 win over Sully Buttes in the seventh-place game at the Class B Boys State Tournament. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
De Smet's Grant Wilkinson goes up for a shot against Sully Buttes' Cooper Falkenhagen during their Class B Boys State Tournament semifinal Friday, March 20 inside the Barnett Center. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Members of the Freeman Flyers tap the State B bracket after placing their team sticker on the final line celebrating their state championship win over Castlewood Saturday, March 21 inside the Barnett Center. This is Freeman's first title since 1975. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Aberdeen Christian's Brooks Jett takes a jumper over De Smet's Slayton Wilkinson during the Consolation Championship at the Class B Boys State tournament Saturday, March 21 inside the Barnett Center. De Smet won the game56-45. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Aberdeen Christian's Grady Jett takes and up-and-under layup while being defended by De Smet's Grant Wilkinson during the Consolation Championship at the Class B Boys State Tournament. De Smet won the game 56-45. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Freeman's David Walter block the shot of Castlewood's Will Aderhold during their Class B Boys State championship game Saturday, March 21 inside the Barnett Center. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Castlewood's Kamden Keszler drives to the rim between Freeman's Tate Sorenson (42) and Tayde Kerrigan during their Class B Boys State championship Saturday, March 21 inside Wachs Arena. Keszler scored a game-high 24 points in a 61-53 loss. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
The Barnett Center is hopping this weekend with thousands of fans in town for the 2026 Class B State Boys Basketball Tournament. Photo by Scott Waltman of the Aberdeen Insider and courtesy of South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
De Smet's Kolby Sinclair takes a three pointer during the Bulldogs' Class B Boys State Tournament game against Sully Buttes Friday, March 20 inside the Barnett Center. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Aberdeen Christian's Dylan Hofer goes up for a shot during the Knights Class B Boys State Tournament semifinal against Viborg-Hurley Friday, March 20 inside Wachs Arena. Photo by Kevin Foss for the Aberdeen Insider.
Castlewood's Tyson Manley takes a three pointer during the Warriors State Class B Boys State Tournament semifinal against Lyman Friday, March 20 inside the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Robb Garofalo.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
Thousands of fans were in town for the State B boys basketball tournament Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21 at the Barnett Center. Aberdeen Insider photo by Scott Waltman.
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