North Dakota High School Activities Association Unveils All-State Golf Teams

JAMESTOWN — On Wednesday, the North Dakota High School Activities Association announced the All-State Golf Teams for both Class A and Class B. Among the highlights, Kolby Koerner from Grand Forks Red River received the title of Class A Senior Athlete of the Year, while Ben Walker of West Fargo was honored as the 2026 Coach of the Year.

In the Class B category, Myles Jorde from North Star was named the Senior Athlete of the Year, with his coach, Barry Heisler, earning the distinction of Coach of the Year.

The 2026 Class B Boys Golf All-State Team includes Myles Jorde (North Star), Carter Paulus (Oak Grove), Dylan Hedge (Bowman County), Kyle Campbell (Kindred), Jonathan Presteng (Grafton), Xavier Balkowitsch (Shiloh Christian), Lucas Wentz (Rugby), Ryder Moser (Langdon/AEM), Jackson Schumacher (New Rockford-Sheyenne), Tiger Lee (Westhope/Newburg), Zak Njos (Bowman County), and Cody Rystedt (Powers Lake).

Meanwhile, the 2026 Class A Boys Golf All-State Team comprises Kolby Koerner (Red River), Connor Peterson (Fargo Davies), Parker Argent (Minot), Brody Horner (St. Mary's), Silas Dusenbury (Red River), Stetsen Brown (Red River), Jacob Walch (Mandan), Easton Bradley (Minot), Tyg Zenker (Mandan), Tripp Toepfer (Minot), Dylan Rogne (Fargo South), and Ryker Grinaker (Shanley).

Both Koerner and Jorde were recognized as the NDHSCA POWERade Outstanding Senior Athletes for their respective classes, highlighting their exceptional performances throughout the season.