Roger Merriam is the Sports Editor at various prominent publications. He specializes in covering competitive and professional sports, focusing on both individual and team sports, as well as sports business and events management. Roger's work has been featured in notable outlets including Yahoo News, USA TODAY, and South Dakota Public Broadcasting.
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Roger Merriam's coverage is heavily focused on local sports events, particularly high school sports such as basketball and wrestling. He may be interested in pitches related to upcoming local sporting events, exceptional athlete profiles, or feature stories about the impact of sports on the community.
Given his focus on event coverage and local athletes, consider pitching human-interest stories that highlight individuals' journeys within these sporting communities or features that explore the broader social implications of these athletic pursuits.
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Gallery of photos from Great Plains Lutheran's high school volleyball win over Wilmot on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026.
By: Roger Merriam
Watertown Public Opinion Updated Oct. 24, 2026, 6:57 p.m. CT
By: Roger Merriam
Gallery of photos from the 2026 South Dakota State High School Competitive Cheer & Dance Championships.
By: Roger Merriam
Watertown Public Opinion Oct. 24, 2026, 8:37 p.m. CT Championships on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24.
By: Roger Merriam
Watertown Public Opinion Updated Oct. 24, 2026, 11:13 p.m. CT performances in the 2026 South Dakota State High School Cross Country Championships at the Hart Ranch Camping Resort.
Gallery of photos from the 2026 Ghouls in the Pool swim meet at the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center.
By: Roger Merriam
Oct. 25, 2026, 4:29 p.m. CT
A new week means it's time for another Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Week poll. This week's poll is highlighting performance by athletes from Oct. 19-25.
By: Roger Merriam
There is no change at the top in the South Dakota high school football and volleyball polls released on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026.
By: Roger Merriam
Watertown Public Opinion Oct. 27, 2026, 3:01 a.m. CT WATERTOWN — Ok, let's admit it. It can be a little confusing.
