Watertown Softball Leader Margo Spiering Receives 2026 USA Softball South Dakota Distinguished Service Award

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Woman in black holds a Distinguished Service Award plaque, smiling before a Northeast Radio SD and USA Softball backdrop.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - USA Softball South Dakota has named Margo Spiering, longtime leader in Watertown JO Softball, as the recipient of its 2026 Distinguished Service Award.

The statewide honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to developing, supporting, and advancing softball in their communities. Bartos Spiering has been a central figure in Watertown’s JO Softball program, known for her commitment to youth athletes and her leadership in strengthening local competition.

USA Softball, the sport's national governing body, oversees competition and ensures fairness and equal opportunity for millions of players nationwide. The organization sanctions play in every state through a network of state and metro associations and represents more than 120,000 teams and one million members across the country.

State officials said Spiering’s service reflects USA Softball's values and mission and highlights the impact of dedicated volunteers in growing the sport at the local level.

The Distinguished Service Award is one of USA Softball South Dakota’s highest recognitions for contributions to the game.

Woman in black holds a Distinguished Service Award plaque for Margo Spiering, smiling in a hotel hallway.