The Wall Eagles landed nine players on the Class 9A all-state football team, as voted on by the South Dakota High School Football Coaches Association.

Wall is represented by Jace Mohr, Dawson Handcock, Kyler Kjerstad, Riley Kerner, Tanner Volmer, Younger Amiotte, Ryon Bielmaier, Teelan Kjerstad and honorable mention selection Trevor Schulz.

The full Class 9A all-state football team is listed below.

QUARTERBACK: Alec Austin, Sr., Centerville (6-3, 220)

Alec Austin was a vital piece for the Centerville Tornadoes. Austin passed for 2,015 yards and 21 touchdowns, rushing for 289 yards and nine scores this season as well. Austin ends his career with 6,570 passing yards and 69 passing touchdowns, rushing for 1,116 yards and 25 touchdowns. “Alec is a born leader and passionate about the game of football,” said Centerville coach Kyle Braun. “Nobody works harder or is more committed to making himself and his teammates better. Having Alec in the huddle is like having an extra coach on the field with his preparation, knowledge, and ability.”

FULLBACK/H-BACK: Kolt Becker, Jr., Howard (5-10, 165)

Kolt Becker racked up the yards for the state runner-up Tigers. Becker rushed 195 times for 1,697 yards and 25 touchdowns as a junior for Howard. The two-time all-Cornbelt Conference selection has 2,721 yards and 36 touchdowns in his career. “Kolt is our best player this year and helped lead us to a state championship last season as a two way starter,” said Howard head coach Pat Ruml.

RUNNING BACK: Jace Mohr, Sr., Wall (5-11, 190)

Jace Mohr was a force for the state champion Wall Eagles. Mohr rushed 82 times for 1,460 yards and 28 touchdowns, catching five passes for 206 yards and three touchdowns. The 2025 9A championship Outstanding Back and Joe Robbie MVP ends his career with 163 carries for 2,254 yards and 41 touchdowns. Mohr was also the 2025 Western Great Plains Conference offensive MVP. “Jace is very explosive as a runner and has great vision,” said Wall coach Lex Heathershaw. “He has really exploded this year for us. He has the ability to score every time he touches the ball.”

RUNNING BACK: Kyle Hettich, Sr., Ipswich (5-7, 170)

Kyle Hettich was a workhorse back for Ipswich. The senior tallied 81 carries for 1,194 yards and 18 touchdowns, catching 35 passes for 545 yards and nine receiving touchdowns. The three-time all-Lake Region Conference selection ends his career with 2,178 rushing yards, 1,633 receiving yards and 56 total touchdowns. “Hard working athlete who put a lot of time in for our program over the last four years,” said Ipswich head coach Brian Hogie. “Always exciting when he had the ball in his hands. Has a chance to go the distance whenever he touches it.”

RUNNING BACK: Jesiah Baum, Sr., Warner (5-10, 165)

Jesiah Baum led the way for the Monarchs. Baum rushed 134 times for 972 yards and 22 touchdowns, catching 21 passes for 425 yards and five touchdowns this season. Baum ended his career with 2,587 rushing yards, 1,462 receiving yards on 80 catches, totaling 59 touchdowns. “Jesiah is the true meaning of a game breaker,” said Warner head coach Derek Hoellein. “He can take it the distance from anywhere on the field. He is a leader on and off the field.”

WIDE RECEIVER: Dawson Handcock, Sr., Wall (6-3, 175)

Dawson Handcock was a reliable receiver for the state champion Wall Eagles. Handcock ended his senior year with 18 catches for 429 yards and nine touchdowns, rushing four times for 131 yards and a touchdown as well. The two-time all-Western Great Plains Conference selection ends his career with 44 catches for 1,084 yards and 20 touchdowns. “Dawson is a dynamic wide receiver,” said Wall coach Lex Heathershaw. “He runs great routes and has great speed. He will be playing football on Saturdays next year.”

WIDE RECEIVER: Broc Bauer, Soph., Timber Lake (5-10, 160)

Broc Bauer was effective in the Timber Lake offense. Bauer finished his sophomore year with 58 catches for 950 yards and 11 touchdowns, adding 89 rushing yards as well. Bauer now has 1,129 yards and 13 touchdowns in his career. “Hardworking athlete that strives to be the best at this position,” said Timber Lake head coach Ryan Gimbel.

TIGHT END: Leonard Wernke, Sr., Castlewood (6-6, 235)

Leonard Wernke was a versatile tight end for Castlewood. Wernke recorded 13 catches for 416 yards and eight touchdowns, rushing 10 times for 174 yards and a touchdown this season. Wernke was also an all-conference selection as a senior as well. “Being recruited by South Dakota State as tight end and defensive end,” said Castlewood head coach Nick Ernst. “A high upside player that has been a great leader for us this season, first year as a major contributor for the team.”

OFFENSIVE LINE: Kyler Kjerstad, Sr., Wall (6-3, 250)

Kyler Kjerstad was an anchor for the Wall Eagles in its championship season. Kjerstad helped the Eagles rush for 2,766 yards and pass for 1,366 yards without allowing a sack. Kjerstad is also a 2025 Western Great Plains all-conference selection. “Kyler has developed into a great offensive lineman,” said Wall head coach Lex Heathersaw. “He put on 30 pounds this offseason and has helped our offensive line become dominant.”

OFFENSIVE LINE: Riley Kerner, Sr., Wall (6-4, 315)

Riley Kerner was a force on the champion Wall Eagles offensive line. Kerner powered the Eagles offense that rushed for 2,766 yards and passed for 1,366 yards without allowing a sack. Kerner was an all-state offensive lineman last season and is a two-time all-Western Great Plains Conference selection. “Riley is an animal up front and for his size moves very well,” said Wall head coach Lex Heathershaw. “Riley will be playing football on Saturdays.”

OFFENSIVE LINE: Cole Finn, Sr., Philip (6-2, 260)

Cole Finn brought the physicality for the Philip Scotties. Finn powered an offense that rushed for 3,100 yards this season. The two-time all-conference selection assisted with over 5,000 rushing yards for the Scotties. “Cole Finn had a big role replacing arguably the best lineman Philip has ever had last year,” said Philip coach Chandlier Sudbeck. “He stepped up to the occasion and dominated on both sides of the ball. He is a hardworking kid who had battled through injuries all year, but never missed a rep. He was dominant on both sides of the ball. He has a lot of football experience and was a major leader on the front line.”

OFFENSIVE LINE: Evan Haak, Jr., Alcester-Hudson (6-2, 220)

Evan Haak is a versatile offensive lineman for the Cubs. Haak helped the Alcester-Hudson offense rush for 2,180 yards while passing for 1,253 yards, including 45 total touchdowns. Haak has also totaled 54 tackles and eight sacks in three years for the Cubs. “Evan was a key leader for our football team this year, anchoring the offensive line with his intelligence and toughness,” said AH head coach Brian Haak. “Evan was an outstanding base blocker who consistently won at the point of attack, and he excelled as a puller, using great technique and effort to open up running lanes. His communication, strength, and reliability were a big part of our offensive success this season.”

ATHLETE: Tanner Volmer, Jr., Wall (6-1, 180)

Tanner Volmer was a do-it-all back for the state champion Eagles. Volmer completed 53 passes for 1,330 yards and 24 touchdowns, rushing 50 times for 600 yards and 10 touchdowns. Volmer also totaled 33 tackles (seven tackles for loss), five interceptions, three pass deflections and two defensive turnovers in his junior campaign. “Tanner is lighting in a bottle,” said Wall coach Lex Heathershaw. “He can do things that you can't coach. He has really developed in his second year at QB for us. He can make every throw and runs the ball very effectively.”

ATHLETE: Tommy Walth, Sr., Alcester-Hudson (5-11, 220)

Tommy Walth was a focal point in the Alcester-Hudson offense. Walth completed 91 passes for 1,169 yards and 12 touchdowns, adding 749 yards and 12 touchdowns on the ground and 44.5 tackles defensively. The two-time all-Great Plains Conference selection ends his career with 2,356 passing yards and 27 passing touchdowns, 1,565 rush yards with 26 scores on the ground, 126.5 tackles and three interceptions, returning one for a touchdown as well. “Tommy is a great student, athlete, and person,” said Alcester-Hudson coach Brian Haak. “As a runner, he has great vision and is difficult to tackle and continues to improve throwing the ball every year. It was no secret that our offense ran through Tommy and he did a great job of producing every week.”

DEFENSIVE LINE: Garret Feldhaus, Sr., Howard (6-6, 270)

Garret Feldhaus was a tough block for the Howard Tigers. The senior tallied 31 tackles and five sacks this season for the runners-up Howard. Feldhaus ends his career with 44 tackles and eight sacks. “Garrett controls the edge as a strong defensive end,” said Howard coach Pat Ruml. “With his size and length most teams run away from him.”

DEFENSIVE LINE: Ryon Bielmaier, Jr., Wall (6-5, 220)

Ryon Bielmaier was a dominant defensive lineman for the state champs. Bielmaier recorded 32 tackles (15.5 tackles for loss), 10 sacks and one pass defense this season. Bielmaier ends his career with 52 tackles (22 tackles for loss) and 13.5 sacks. “Ryon has great length and is our most aggressive defensive lineman,” said Wall head coach Lex Heathershaw. “He really came on strong this year and has stepped up in a big way.”

DEFENSIVE LINE: Noah Bakeberg, Jr., Warner (6-1, 230)

Noah Bakeberg was a force for the Warner Monarchs. Bakeberg recorded 57 tackles and four sacks on a defense that allowed just 11.4 points per game. The two-year starter was a 2025 all-conference selection as well. “Noah is a tone setter for us on the defensive side of the ball,” said Warner head coach Derek Hoellein. “He is an anchor in the middle of our defense. He was third on our team in tackles from the nose guard position. Very good against the run and also had four sacks.”

DEFENSIVE LINE: Jacob Cole, Sr., Alcester-Hudson (6-3, 205)

Jacob Cole was a versatile lineman for Alcester-Hudson. Cole helped the Cubs’ offense rush for over 3,400 yards and 45 total touchdowns, while tallying 29 tackles and two sacks defensively. A 2025 all-Great Plains Conference selection, Cole ends his career with 46.5 tackles and three sacks. “Jacob Cole was a key part of our defensive line and a big reason for our success this season,” said AH head coach Brian Haak. “Jacob played with great effort every snap, setting the tone for our defense and leading by example. His work ethic and commitment made him one of the most dependable and respected players on our team.”

LINEBACKER: Younger Amiotte, Sr., Wall (6-1, 200)

Younger Amiotte was a field general for the state champion Eagles. Amiotte tallied 65 tackles (16.5 tackles for loss), five sacks, four fumble recoveries, two interceptions and two forced fumbles this season. The 2025 Western Great Plains Conference defensive MVP also caught seven passes for 148 yards and five touchdowns in his senior year. “Younger has been injured in previous years,” said Wall head coach Lex Heathershaw. “What he has done to come back and dominate his senior year has been amazing. Got his first college offer last week.”

LINEBACKER: Nolan Mentele, Sr., Howard (6-0, 195)

Nolan Mentele was a leader on the Howard Tigers defense. Mentele recorded 70 tackles and one sack this season for the runner-up Tigers. The two-year starter ends his career with 122 tackles and two sacks. “Nolan was a big part of our state title run last season,” said Howard head coach Pat Ruml.

LINEBACKER: Kamden Keszler, Jr., Castlewood (6-2, 205)

Kamden Keszler flew around the field in his junior campaign with Castlewood. Keszler recorded 79 tackles (20 tackles for loss), 1.5 sacks, a forced fumble and an interception this season. Keszler is also a two-time all-conference selection. “Leader of 8-2 quarterfinal team on both sides of the ball at quarterback and middle linebacker,” said Castlewood coach Nick Ernst. “Leader in the weight room and summer program. Started on the state championship basketball team as a sophomore.”

LINEBACKER: Lincoln Wickstrom, Sr., Harding County/Bison (5-9, 180)

Lincoln Wickstrom was a force on the Harding County/Bison defense. Wickstrom totaled 101 tackles, two sacks and two forced fumbles in his senior year with the Ranchers. The three-year starter is a two-time all-conference selection totaling 149 tackles in his career. “Lincoln is your old-fashioned hard-nosed A to B gap stopper,” said Harding County/Bison head coach Jay Wammen. “Very physical at the point of attack and was a tackling machine. He is one of the best tacklers and toughest linebackers we have coached. Teams that played us had to know where No. 19 was at all times.”

DEFENSIVE BACK: Tyce Gropper, Sr., Philip (5-11, 185)

Tyce Gropper was a lock down corner for the Scotties. Gropper recorded 80 tackles (three tackles for loss) and five interceptions in his junior season. The two-time all-conference selection ends his career with 134 tackles (four tackles for loss), seven interceptions, one sack and one forced fumble. “Without Tyce the last two years we would not have had the season we have had,” said Philip head coach Chandlier Sudbeck. “He is a great leader on and off the field. He lives in the weight room and drags a lot of kids with him when he goes. He has a few offers to go play at the next level and all he lives for is football.”

DEFENSIVE BACK: Jye Bailey, Sr., Platte-Geddes (5-10, 165)

Jye Bailey shut down opponents’ passing game for Platte-Geddes. Bailey recorded 48 tackles and five interceptions, totaling 125 return yards this season. The three-time all-conference player also rushed for 1,074 yards and 17 touchdowns while passing for 357 yards and four touchdowns as a senior. “Our best player the past two years,” said Platte-Geddes head coach Bruce Hanson. “Jye does everything right on and off the field and is a great leader.”

DEFENSIVE BACK: Teelan Kjerstad, Jr., Wall (6-2, 160)

Teelan Kjerstad was a ballhawk for the state champion Wall Eagles. Kjerstad recorded 27 tackles (two tackles for loss), seven interceptions, four pass deflections and one fumble recovery as a junior, adding six catches for 133 yards and four touchdowns offensively. “Teelan has done a phenomenal job for us,” said Wall coach Lex Heathershaw. “He really locks down coverage for us. We put him where he is needed depending on who we are playing.”

SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER: Alec Mikkelsen, Jr., Warner (6-1, 220)

Alec Mikkelsen converted 35-of-40 extra points with two field goals for the Monarchs this season, averaging 49.7 yards per kickoff and 32.3 yards per punt as well. A 2024 all-state honorable mention selection, Mikkelsen has converted 127 extra points and three field goals in his career. “Alec is a weapon as a special teams player,” said Warner head coach Derek Hoellein. “He has been very consistent as a punter/kicker for the last 3 years. He has put in a lot of time and effort into becoming the kicker/punter he is today.”

SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER: Kenyon Kuiper, Sr., Platte-Geddes (6-0, 185)

Kenyon Kuiper rushed 167 times for 1,031 yards and 16 touchdowns, adding seven catches for 190 yards and two touchdowns as well. Kuiper is a 2025 all-conference selection as well.

HONORABLE MENTION: Conway Collins, Lyman; Regan Schwartz and Owyn Ebbers, Estelline-Hendricks; Casey Geditz, Ipswich; Caleb Richmond, Wolsey-Wessington; Trevor Schulz, Wall; Darin Dykstra, Alcester-Hudson; Ty Rolland, Platte-Geddes; Mason Bickel, Timber Lake; Eli Peterson, Lemmon-McIntosh; and Cruz Birkeland, Dupree.