VERMILLION, S.D. – South Dakota head women's basketball coach Carrie Eighmey is pleased to announce the addition of Grace Peterson to the 2025 signing class.
 
Peterson is a 6-0 forward from Sioux Falls. She wrapped up her senior season at Washington High School with a South Dakota Class AA all-tournament nod and her third all-state honor of her career.
 
"We love that Grace has decided to be a Yote and represent her home state!" Eighmey said. "She is a hard worker and plays with a super high motor. She's very skilled and will be a versatile player on both ends of the floor for us! Her character, competitiveness, and love for the game are all traits that set her apart!"
 
Peterson was a 12-point, 6.5-rebound per game player for the Warriors. In 93 varsity games, she recorded 891 points, 429 rebounds, and 99 assists. She was a three-year starter and four-year letter winners at Washington, receiving all-state honors in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
 
She was the 2025 Class AA Spirit of Su honoree, given to an outstanding senior who shines in athletic ability, leadership, character, sportsmanship, and academics. She is also South Dakota's No. 1 ranked athlete in the Class of 2025 by Prep Hoops.
 
Peterson is an academic all-state honoree and National Honor Society member. She plans to major in education at South Dakota.