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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 1H 12M

"Stories with Stu: Columns, Commentary, and Controversy Covering 30 Years of SD Hoops"

from State of Hoops: A South Dakota Basketball Podcast · host Todd Schlekeway and Nate Malchow

"Stories with Stu" welcomes legendary South Dakota sportswriter Stu Whitney for an in-depth conversation of his three decades covering basketball across the Mount Rushmore State.Known for fearless commentary and heartfelt storytelling, Stu reveals the passion and grind that made him a trusted voice for SD basketball fans for 30 years. During his three decades on the sports beat, Whitney's work was often described as "opinionated, fearless, thoughtful, loved, criticized.......yet always read"! Discover how Stu’s fearless commentary and bold storytelling moved the needle and sparked conversations (and controversy) across communities across the state. If you love high school hoops and the stories behind the scoreboard, this episode is a must-listen; a tribute to the coaches, teams, and players that defined a golden era of South Dakota basketball.State of Hoops Podcast Season 1 Sponsors: South Dakota High School Basketball Hall of Fame, Tiefenthaler Homes with Hegg Real Estate, Park Bench Apparel, Charles Schwab – Sioux Falls (Lonnie Struckman and Zach Hanson, Financial Consultants), and Insight.Basketball fans are encouraged to connect with the hosts by email at [email protected] and to follow, like, subscribe, and engage with the State of Hoops Podcast on social media:* YouTube: @StateofHoopsPodcast* Instagram: @state_of_hoops_podcast* X: @StateofHoopsPod

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