Travis Kriens
@travislkriens.bsky.social
Sports Director at Nedved Media in Mitchell, SD
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Along with Marcus Traxler @marcustraxler.bsky.social and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic, we discuss the second round of the FCS playoffs, reaction to the College Football Playoff bracket, bowl game trivia and the Vikings get back on track. #sdpreps
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The KORNer Booth Podcast - December 8, 2025
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December 9, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Along with Marcus Traxler @marcustraxler.bsky.social and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic, we discuss the second round of the FCS playoffs, reaction to the College Football Playoff bracket, bowl game trivia and the Vikings get back on track. #sdpreps
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Just spoke to a friend in Nashville. He works in the hospitality industry. Says he's never had a day/night with as many hotel cancellations as today. #GoBison
December 7, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Just spoke to a friend in Nashville. He works in the hospitality industry. Says he's never had a day/night with as many hotel cancellations as today. #GoBison
College sports are weird sometimes where Otzelberger is getting all the credit for Iowa State winning and not one fool mentions a single player.
December 6, 2025 at 8:47 PM
College sports are weird sometimes where Otzelberger is getting all the credit for Iowa State winning and not one fool mentions a single player.
Jimmy Rogers, who guided Washington State to a bowl game in his first season after leading South Dakota State to the 2023 FCS national championship, has been selected as the 34th head football coach in Iowa State history.
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Iowa State Names Jimmy Rogers Head Football Coach
AMES, Iowa – Jimmy Rogers, who guided Washington State to a bowl game in his first season on the Palouse after leading South Dakota State to the 2023 Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) nationa…
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December 6, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Jimmy Rogers, who guided Washington State to a bowl game in his first season after leading South Dakota State to the 2023 FCS national championship, has been selected as the 34th head football coach in Iowa State history.
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Four area athletes have been recognized among the state’s best as the South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association released its 2025 all-state teams. #sdpreps
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2025 South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association’s All-State Teams
Four talented area athletes have been recognized among the state’s best as the South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association released its 2025 all-state teams. From Class AA to Class B, each earned t…
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November 29, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Four area athletes have been recognized among the state’s best as the South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association released its 2025 all-state teams. #sdpreps
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Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks join me to recap the high school volleyball tournament this past week in Rapid City. FCS playoff bracket with six Missouri Valley Conference teams in. The Vikings QB problems and what to do next. #sdpreps
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November 25, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks join me to recap the high school volleyball tournament this past week in Rapid City. FCS playoff bracket with six Missouri Valley Conference teams in. The Vikings QB problems and what to do next. #sdpreps
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No. 1 Harrisburg 3, No. 3 O'Gorman 0, (25-16, 25-16, 25-13) - State Championship. Harrisburg wins its fourth straight state championship, its 92nd straight game vs. a Class AA opponent and 97th straight match vs. a South Dakota team. #sdpreps
November 23, 2025 at 3:35 AM
No. 1 Harrisburg 3, No. 3 O'Gorman 0, (25-16, 25-16, 25-13) - State Championship. Harrisburg wins its fourth straight state championship, its 92nd straight game vs. a Class AA opponent and 97th straight match vs. a South Dakota team. #sdpreps
Mitchell volleyball ended its season on Saturday with a 3-0 loss to No. 11 Sioux Falls Jefferson in the seventh place match at the Class AA state tournament in Rapid City. Set scores were 25-22, 25-12, 25-10. #sdpreps
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Mitchell Volleyball Ends Season With Loss to SF Jefferson
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Mitchell Kernels volleyball ended its season on Saturday with a 3-0 loss to No. 11 Sioux Falls Jefferson in the seventh place match at the Class AA state tournament in Rapi…
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November 23, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Mitchell volleyball ended its season on Saturday with a 3-0 loss to No. 11 Sioux Falls Jefferson in the seventh place match at the Class AA state tournament in Rapid City. Set scores were 25-22, 25-12, 25-10. #sdpreps
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Before you dismiss local papers, understand the skill, integrity, and persistence that goes into reporting. From verifying facts to holding officials accountable. Local journalism is vital for democracy & community trust.
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Defending Local Journalism: Understanding the Work Behind the News
Travis Kriens, KORN News Radio In our community conversations about the local newspaper, it’s easy to get frustrated. Headlines that seem negative, stories that feel one-sided, and the tension betw…
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November 20, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Before you dismiss local papers, understand the skill, integrity, and persistence that goes into reporting. From verifying facts to holding officials accountable. Local journalism is vital for democracy & community trust.
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Top-seeded Harrisburg moved into the Class AA semifinals with a straight-set win (25-8, 25-9, 25-18) over Mitchell on Thursday, controlling the match start to finish behind a dominant offensive showing from senior outside hitter Gabi Zachariasen. #sdpreps
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Zachariasen Leads No. 1 Harrisburg Past Mitchell in AA Quarterfinal Sweep
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Top-seeded Harrisburg moved into the Class AA semifinals with a straight-set win (25-8, 25-9, 25-18) over Mitchell on Thursday at the Monument, controlling the match start …
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November 20, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Top-seeded Harrisburg moved into the Class AA semifinals with a straight-set win (25-8, 25-9, 25-18) over Mitchell on Thursday, controlling the match start to finish behind a dominant offensive showing from senior outside hitter Gabi Zachariasen. #sdpreps
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For the first time since 2018, the Mitchell Kernels enter the Class AA State Volleyball Tournament and their return comes with the biggest challenge the state has to offer. #sdpreps
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Mitchell Takes Aim at Top-Seeded Harrisburg in Class AA Volleyball Quarterfinals
MITCHELL, S.D. — For the first time since 2018, the Mitchell Kernels enter the Class AA State Volleyball Tournament and their return comes with the biggest challenge the state has to offer. Eighth-…
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November 17, 2025 at 10:56 PM
For the first time since 2018, the Mitchell Kernels enter the Class AA State Volleyball Tournament and their return comes with the biggest challenge the state has to offer. #sdpreps
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Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic recap the high school football championship games. Plus, a preview of the state volleyball tournaments this week in Rapid City. Reaction to our preseason high school football picks, good and bad. #sdpreps
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November 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic recap the high school football championship games. Plus, a preview of the state volleyball tournaments this week in Rapid City. Reaction to our preseason high school football picks, good and bad. #sdpreps
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A 28-point first quarter avalanche carried No. 14 Illinois State past South Dakota State on Saturday afternoon, as the Redbirds stunned the Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium crowd with a 35–21 Missouri Valley Football Conference victory.
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Illinois State Blitzes Jackrabbits Early, Holds On for 35–21 Win in Brookings
BROOKINGS, S.D. — A 28-point first quarter avalanche carried No. 9 Illinois State past South Dakota State on Saturday afternoon, as the Redbirds stunned the Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium crowd with a 35…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM
A 28-point first quarter avalanche carried No. 14 Illinois State past South Dakota State on Saturday afternoon, as the Redbirds stunned the Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium crowd with a 35–21 Missouri Valley Football Conference victory.
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Pierre outdueled Yankton 56–35 in the highest-scoring Class 11AA state championship game in history at the DakotaDome on Friday night. #sdpreps
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Pierre Pulls Away in Shootout, Claims 11AA Championship Over Yankton
VERMILLION, S.D. — Pierre outdueled Yankton 56–35 in the highest-scoring Class 11AA state championship game in history at the DakotaDome on Friday night. Behind a powerhouse performance from junior…
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November 15, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Pierre outdueled Yankton 56–35 in the highest-scoring Class 11AA state championship game in history at the DakotaDome on Friday night. #sdpreps
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With a state tournament berth on the line, the Mitchell Kernels delivered one their most complete performance of the season. #sdpreps
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Kernels Sweep Spearfish to Clinch First State Tournament Berth Since 2018
MITCHELL, S.D. — With a state tournament berth on the line, the Mitchell Kernels delivered one their most complete performance of the season. Playing in front of a loud home crowd Thursday night, N…
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November 14, 2025 at 12:17 PM
With a state tournament berth on the line, the Mitchell Kernels delivered one their most complete performance of the season. #sdpreps
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South Dakota Class AA High School Volleyball SoDAK 16 and State Tournament Bracket #sdpreps
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South Dakota Class AA High School Volleyball SoDAK 16 and State Tournament Bracket
Class AA SoDak 16 – Thursday, November 13 No. 1 Harrisburg 3, No. 16 Sturgis 0 (25-5, 25-11, 25-8) No. 8 Mitchell 3, No. 9 Spearfish 0 (25-12, 25-15, 25-22) No. 4 Sioux Falls Lincoln 3, No. 13 Yank…
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November 14, 2025 at 2:38 AM
South Dakota Class AA High School Volleyball SoDAK 16 and State Tournament Bracket #sdpreps
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🎙️ There’s not a lot to do in Vermillion… so why not listen on the way to the DakotaDome or between games? Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic preview all seven South Dakota high school football championship games. 🏈 #sdpreps
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The KORNer Booth Podcast - November 10, 2025
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November 12, 2025 at 11:28 PM
🎙️ There’s not a lot to do in Vermillion… so why not listen on the way to the DakotaDome or between games? Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic preview all seven South Dakota high school football championship games. 🏈 #sdpreps
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Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic recap the semifinals of high school football playoffs and preview all seven championship games. USD's win vs. SDSU, Jackrabbit soccer headed to the NCAA Tournament. #sdpreps
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The KORNer Booth Podcast - November 10, 2025
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November 11, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic recap the semifinals of high school football playoffs and preview all seven championship games. USD's win vs. SDSU, Jackrabbit soccer headed to the NCAA Tournament. #sdpreps
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Mitchell senior setter Addie Siemsen has been named to the All-ESD volleyball team, while senior outside hitter Audrey Miller earned honorable mention recognition for the Kernels. #sdpreps
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Mitchell’s Siemsen Named to All-ESD Volleyball Team; Miller Earns Honorable Mention
Travis Kriens, KORN News Radio Sports Director MITCHELL, S.D. — Mitchell senior setter Addie Siemsen has been named to the All-Eastern South Dakota Conference (ESD) volleyball team, while senior ou…
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November 10, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Mitchell senior setter Addie Siemsen has been named to the All-ESD volleyball team, while senior outside hitter Audrey Miller earned honorable mention recognition for the Kernels. #sdpreps
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A trip to the Class AA state volleyball tournament is on the line Thursday when the No. 8 seed Mitchell hosts the No. 9 seed Spearfish in the SoDAK 16. The winner advances to the State Volleyball Tournament, set for Nov. 20–22 in Rapid City. #sdpreps
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No. 8 Mitchell Hosts No. 9 Spearfish in SoDAK 16 on Thursday
MITCHELL, S.D. — A trip to the Class AA state volleyball tournament is on the line Thursday night when the No. 8 seed Mitchell Kernels host the No. 9 seed Spearfish Spartans in the SoDAK 16. The wi…
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November 8, 2025 at 9:09 PM
A trip to the Class AA state volleyball tournament is on the line Thursday when the No. 8 seed Mitchell hosts the No. 9 seed Spearfish in the SoDAK 16. The winner advances to the State Volleyball Tournament, set for Nov. 20–22 in Rapid City. #sdpreps
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CLASS 9AA SEMIFINALS – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
No. 2 Elkton-Lake Benton (8-1) vs. No. 3 Parkston (9-1) – Q107.3 and Q107Radio.com
CLASS 9B SEMIFINALS – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
No. 2 Avon (9-1) vs. No. 3 Colman-Egan (7-3) – KORN Country 92.1 and KORNCountry921.com
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No. 2 Elkton-Lake Benton (8-1) vs. No. 3 Parkston (9-1) – Q107.3 and Q107Radio.com
CLASS 9B SEMIFINALS – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
No. 2 Avon (9-1) vs. No. 3 Colman-Egan (7-3) – KORN Country 92.1 and KORNCountry921.com
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CLASS 9AA SEMIFINALS – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
No. 2 Elkton-Lake Benton (8-1) vs. No. 3 Parkston (9-1) – Q107.3 and Q107Radio.com
CLASS 9B SEMIFINALS – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
No. 2 Avon (9-1) vs. No. 3 Colman-Egan (7-3) – KORN Country 92.1 and KORNCountry921.com
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No. 2 Elkton-Lake Benton (8-1) vs. No. 3 Parkston (9-1) – Q107.3 and Q107Radio.com
CLASS 9B SEMIFINALS – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
No. 2 Avon (9-1) vs. No. 3 Colman-Egan (7-3) – KORN Country 92.1 and KORNCountry921.com
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Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic recap the quarterfinals of high school football playoffs and preview the semifinals for all seven classes. What has caused the lack of upsets? Plus, volleyball region semifinals preview. #sdpreps
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The KORNer Booth Podcast - November 6, 2025
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November 6, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Marcus Traxler and Landon Dierks of the Mitchell Republic recap the quarterfinals of high school football playoffs and preview the semifinals for all seven classes. What has caused the lack of upsets? Plus, volleyball region semifinals preview. #sdpreps
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In his lone season of high school football, Mitchell senior linebacker Colton Smith made a lasting impression. Smith was named to the 2025 Eastern South Dakota Conference (ESD) Class AA All-Conference Team. #sdpreps
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Mitchell’s Colton Smith Earns ESD All-Conference Honors After Standout Senior Season
MITCHELL S.D. — In his lone season of high school football, Mitchell senior linebacker Colton Smith made a lasting impression. Smith was named to the 2025 Eastern South Dakota Conference (ESD) Clas…
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November 3, 2025 at 1:56 PM
In his lone season of high school football, Mitchell senior linebacker Colton Smith made a lasting impression. Smith was named to the 2025 Eastern South Dakota Conference (ESD) Class AA All-Conference Team. #sdpreps
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