Athletics
The SDSM&T athletic teams are called the Hardrockers, coming from its mining background. The history of the athletic programs stretch back to 1895 when the first school football team formed, originally named the "Longhairs". The school host a variety of college sports which include: football, basketball, volleyball, track, cross country, golf, and men's soccer. The athletic mascot name is Grubby the Miner. The school is currently in the third and final year of transitioning from the NAIA to NCAA Division II. The Hardrockers, formerly a member of the NAIA's Dakota Athletic Conference, are currently an NCAA D-II Independent and are looking for a conference to join.
See also: South Dakota School of Mines & Technology Hardrockers football
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