One of the greatest moments in New England Patriots franchise history is owed to a South Dakotan, but South Dakota is the only state that has yet to have a resident visit The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon, a first-of-its-kind sports and education experience in Massachusetts that is dedicated to the history of the Patriots.

"We reached our 49th state some time ago and have already had visitors from eight foreign countries, but still no South Dakota," said Bryan Morry, Executive Director of The Hall at Patriot Place. "We know Patriots fans in South Dakota would love to visit, but it's a long trip, so we decided to provide an incentive by offering a small prize."

In recognition of the milestone visit, The Hall at Patriot Place will award the first visitor with a valid South Dakota identification with a mini helmet autographed by Adam Vinatieri, the former Patriots kicker and three-time Super Bowl winner who hails from Rapid City and attended South Dakota State.

On Jan. 19, 2002, Vinatieri made a 45-yard field goal through driving snow to send the Patriots into overtime against the Oakland Raiders in the divisional playoffs. The Patriots went on to beat the Raiders on a 23-yard kick by Vinatieri, launching them toward their first Super Bowl victory.

Among the signature exhibits at The Hall is one that allows visitors to relive Vinatieri's historic field goal. The interactive exhibit features a climate-controlled dome that drops in temperature upon entry, creating the effect of a snow globe, and displays a video presentation about Vinatieri's kick. There is also an interactive kicking exhibit where fans try to make the famous field goal themselves.

RED CLOUD HOSTS CAMP: Alumni from the Red Cloud Indian School Crusaders' winning basketball teams are joining up with current players to host the Seventh Annual Red Cloud Summer Basketball Camp, happening now on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. The camp attracts more than 70 students, which emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

"We're working with children of all ages at a variety of skills levels, as we go from basketball fundamentals to playing as a team," said head boys basketball coach Matt Rama. "The program is a wonderful way to give the kids something to do during the summer that's both fun and educational."

The three-week camp is attended by students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Among those alumni returning to volunteer this year are Christian McGhee, who now plays for the Chadron State Eagles and Billy Scott, the starting forward for Bismarck State.

"Red Cloud has been, and always will be, like a second home to me," said McGhee. "This is another opportunity to give back to the school that has given so much to me. It's always an honor to come back."

Current basketball teammates Jeremy Blacksmith, Brandon Two Bulls and Carl Swallow are also teaching at the camp.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE NEARS: Reminder to all youth ASA registered softball teams that are interested in playing in the ASA State Fastpitch or the ASA State Slowpitch Tournaments, entry deadline is July 1. Roster and fee must be sent to Carol Pipgras at 804 S. Garfield, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104 or call 605-334-6374 for more information.

CUSTER GRANITE WIN TWO: The Custer Granite men's baseball team took two games from Sundance, Wyo., in Grassland South Hills league action. Games were played Sunday in Custer with the Granite winning 14-1 and 16-1.

Casey Finn was the winning pitcher in the first game and J.R. Krogstad won the nightcap. Finn was the recipient of a seven-run outburst in the bottom of the first inning and pitched four strong innings striking out six while walking only two batters for the win. Matt Brunner pitched the final three innings in the mercy-rule shortened game.

Krogstad went 2-for-4 with a booming triple to right field in the fifth inning.

In the second game, Custer scored four in the first, one in the third, three in the fourth and seven in the fifth to ice the win for Krogstad. He struck out 11 and did not issue a walk.

Dave Powers had three doubles in three trips to the plate while driving in six runs.

Custer will host Rushville, Neb., on Sunday, with the first game starting at 1 p.m.

TOM NORDLAND CAMP SET FOR JULY: The Tom Nordland Basketball Shooting Camp will be July 19-25 at Rapid City Stevens High School. For more information, call Leslie Colombe at 605-341-3875.