• Scott Andal inducted EPJ’s Dan Swatek into the South Dakota High School Wresting Hall of Fame during the state tournament festivities which were held on February 26-28, 2026. From left: Scott Andal, and Dan Swatek. Submitted photo
    Scott Andal inducted EPJ’s Dan Swatek into the South Dakota High School Wresting Hall of Fame during the state tournament festivities which were held on February 26-28, 2026. From left: Scott Andal, and Dan Swatek. Submitted photo
South Dakota’s state wrestling tournament is always a memorable experience. And this year was something special for Dan Swatek of Elk Point. In addition to watching his son, Luke, win 5th place in the 150 pound weight class, Swatek was inducted into the South Dakota Wrestling Hall of Fame on February 28, 2026.Growing up in Wagner, Swatek was a three-time state champion for the Red Raiders. His…

 

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