RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota Mines Athletics has announced the 2026 Hall of Fame class, highlighted by one team and eight individuals who will be inducted on Oct. 17 in the Christensen Hall of Fame and livestreamed on the RMAC Network.
The 2026 Hall of Fame class is listed below.
2011 Volleyball Team:
Under the direction of Tiffany McCampbell, the 2011 Hardocker Volleyball team set numerous records, highlighted by a 27-5 overall record. Their .844 winning percentage ranks second in South Dakota Mines history. From Sep. 10 through Oct.14, the Hardrockers won 15 consecutive matches. During that season, South Dakota Mines went 7-1 at home and compiled an impressive 16-1 road record.
Due to South Dakota Mines transitioning from NAIA to NCAA Division II, the Hardrockers were not affiliated with a conference and were ineligible for postseason awards.
Justine Blade:
Justine Blade, a 2015 graduate in industrial engineering and engineering management, led the 2011 Volleyball team during its record-breaking season. Over her career, she totaled 1,111 kills, 426 blocks and 1,388.5 points, all of which rank first in South Dakota Mines history. Her .314 attack percentage is second in Hardrocker history, while her 437 sets played rank first. During her freshman season,
Blade was named the DAC Freshman of the Year and earned Second Team All-Conference honors.
Carsyn Garcia:
A 2015 graduate in chemical engineering, Carsyn Garcia was also part of the 2011 Volleyball team. A four-year setter for the Hardrockers, Garcia ranks first in program history with 3,941 career assists. She also ranks fourth in digs, fifth in service aces and eighth in blocks. Over her career, Garcia played in 418 sets, the second-most in South Dakota Mines history.
Jamie Dale:
Regarded as one of the greatest players in Hardrocker Football history, Jamie Dale made his mark at South Dakota Mines as a running back from 2008-11. Dale's 5,517 career all-purpose yards and 3,351 career rushing yards both rank first in South Dakota Mines history. His 1,057 rushing yards in 2010 made him just the fourth player in Hardrocker history to eclipse 1,000 rushing yards. In total, Dale recorded 222 career points, the second-most in program history.
Dale was also a member of the Track & Field team at South Dakota Mines, winning the DAC long jump title in 2010. His marks in the long jump, 55m and 100m still rank among the top 10 in Hardrocker history.
Following his collegiate career, Dale continued playing professionally in Germany, totaling 14,434 all-purpose yards over 14 seasons.
Bethany Holyoak (Kovash):
Bethany Holyoak graduated from South Dakota Mines in 2010 with a degree in industrial engineering. Her 106 career blocks rank second in program history behind Steph Law, another Hardrocker Hall of Fame member. Holyoak also ranks sixth all-time in rebounds and seventh in points.
She earned Second Team All-DAC honors in 2008-09 and First Team All-DAC recognition in 2009-10. During her senior season, Holyoak was named the DAC Most Valuable Senior. Holyoak was also a two-time NAIA Academic All-American and four-time DAC Scholar Athlete.
John Magbuhat:
A 1982 graduate with a degree in electrical engineering, John Magbuhat is a member of both the 1,000-point club and 500-assist club. His 602 career assists stood as the program record until fellow Hall of Fame member Mitch Slusarski surpassed the mark in 1994.
Magbuhat earned All-SDIC honors during each of his final three seasons and scored 1,186 career points. At the conclusion of his playing career, that total ranked seventh in program history.
Dick & Mary Schlumpberger:
Dick and Mary Schlumpberger have demonstrated extraordinary support for Hardrocker Athletics and South Dakota Mines for more than 60 years. Dick, a 1965 South Dakota Mines graduate with a degree in Chemical Engineering, and Mary have made a lasting impact through their remarkable generosity and unwavering commitment to Hardrocker student-athletes.
Their continued support has helped create opportunities for generations while strengthening the future of Hardrocker Athletics. Through their dedication, philanthropy and passion, Dick and Mary have left a lasting legacy for South Dakota Mines Athletics.
Wayne Ward:
A long-time assistant coach for Hardrocker Athletics, Wayne Ward coached Football and Men's Basketball at South Dakota Mines from 1969-78. He coached the Men's Basketball team from 1969-78, highlighted by the 1972-73 team that went 19-8 and earned the first NAIA Tournament appearance in program history. That team was inducted into the Hardrocker Hall of Fame in 2007.
Ward also coached the JV team, helping develop numerous all-conference players, including Don Bachand, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2025.
Ward additionally served as an assistant football coach under Hall of Fame coach Gary Boner from 1973-76. In 1974 and 1975, the Hardrockers won consecutive SDIC Championships, beginning Boner's run of seven championship seasons.
