Aberdeen, S.D. - Northern State's Ryan Hirschkorn (wrestling) and Jacie Flockhart (swimming) are this week's South Dakota Army National Guard Athletes of the Week following their performances last weekend.

Hirschkorn upset No. 13 Jordan Blanchard of Wisconsin-Parkside. He tallied an 8-1 decision win over the Rangers 197-pounder. The redshirt junior recorded a pair of takedowns, an escape, and a riding time point in the win. The South Dakota native improved to 15-7 on the year and 4-1 in the Northern Sun.

Flockhart scored 226.90 in the 1-meter dive in the Wolves dual versus Southwest Minnesota State. She was the lone event winner for NSU from Marshall. The junior defeated the second place finisher by 62-points in the event.

 

About the SD Army National Guard The National Guard dates back to 1636 when Citizen-Soldiers formed militias to defend their community and country. Since its formation, the Guard has stayed true to its roots. Enlisting in the National Guard means more time at home because your service in the South Dakota Army National Guard is part-time. Get a degree with money for school, learn job skills that translate to the civilian world, make bonds that last a lifetime, and earn a sense of pride that's everlasting. When you become a Guard Soldier, your family will thank you, your country will thank you, and your future will owe you. The South Dakota Army National Guard's goal is to direct future Soldiers toward life-changing opportunities by helping individuals and families become better today than yesterday. We transform citizens into Citizen-Soldiers that have Integrity, are Innovative, Proud, Courageous, Brave, and exemplify Unity and Honor. Learn more by visiting nationalguard.com/select-your-state/SD.