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Gregory 42 Chamberlain 60 The Gregory Gorillas hit the road for their first road game of the season as they traveled to Chamberlain on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, to take on the Cubs. Both teams had balanced scoring in the first quarter, and the game was tied 13-13 after one quarter.

The Gorillas traveled to Springview on December 20, 2025, to face the North Central Knights. The Gorillas took a 12-8 first quarter score and extended that to 27-14 at half time.

The Gregory swimming pool fund saw an increase of only $628.33 during November for a total of $676,370.99. The pool committee continues to meet with representatives from the Gregory City Council to determine the best design and location for a new pool.

By Coach Jeff Determan The Gregory Gorillas opened up the 2025-26 basketball season on Thursday evening as they hosted the St. Mary Cardinals. The Gorillas found themselves in a hole early as the Cardinals jumped out to a 9-0 lead but after a timeout, the Gorillas settled down a little but still trailed 15-9 after one quarter. Baskets were hard to come by in the second quarter for both squads and the Gorillas trailed 24-14 at the half. “St. Mary’s hit a couple of threes early but we were able to string some stops together on the defensive end in the middle eight minutes of the half, we just didn’t capitalize on the offensive end.” The Gorillas struggled again offensively in the third quarter and the Cardinals outscored the Gorillas 17-6 in the third quarter to take a 41-20 lead after three quarters. The fourth quarter was much of the same as Gregory was outscored 16-2 in the final quarter. “I was happy with our effort throughout the game. There are always things to work on and we will continue to evaluate and look for ways to improve.” Gregory was led by Lincoln Juracek with 10 points and Colt Keiser with 7 points. Gregory will travel to Chamberlain on Tuesday and North Central (NE) on Saturday.

The lady gorillas hosted O’Neill St. Mary’s on December 11, 2025. This was the opening game of the season for the Lady Gorillas and St. Mary’s fourth game of the year. The Lady Gorillas fell behind right out of the gate, but were able to respond and Gregory led after the first quarter 14-11.

The official start of the South Dakota snowmobile season began on Dec. 15, with the opening of the statewide trail system.

Tuesday Mixed League Tee Riffic Creations, 252-84; Six Balls, 227-109; Rosebud Electric, 188½-147½; Boats ‘n’ Hoes, 141195; Carlock Babes, 134½-201½; The Outsiders, 65-271; HTG: Tee Riffic Creations, 703; HTS: Six Balls, 1973; HIG: Steven Petersen, 265; Emily Long, 175; HIS: Steven Petersen, 642; Goldie Warnkvist, 429. Splits picked up: Stephen Petersen, 2-5-7.

The Burke/Gregory Storm boys and girls wrestlers began their season Thursday-Saturday, December 4-6, 2025, in Custer. The weekend began with duals against Custer, Hot Springs, and Harding County for the boys on Thursday evening.

The 2025 South Dakota State Volleyball Championships were especially meaningful for Beth Leber of Gregory. Not only was she a line judge at the tournament, working with her brother Brian, who was an official, but also she was recognized for 25 years of outstanding service and dedication in officiating volleyball games in the South Central Region.