RAPID CITY, SD - The Lakota Nation Invitational (LNI) has enjoyed 44 years
of wonderful athletics in the bright spirit of good will and
camaraderie - hallmark characteristics of the LNI phenomenon for almost
four decades. And it will continue to actualize these same positive
intentions, with particular focus on Native youth, for years to come.
Without a doubt, an abundance of teams from across the U.S. gather in
great excitement to present their friendly competitive best in
Basketball, Volleyball, Cross-Country, Golf, Wrestling, Cheerleading,
Hand Games, Business Plans, Poetry Slam,
Powwow, Lakota Language Bowl, Art Show, Knowledge Bowl, Chess and
Archery - just to name a few, and LNI is already planning for more
variety in athletic and recreation event categories for the future.
Additionally, so many other activities dot the event every year with
education, multiple workshops, and positive 'feel good' experiences that
are memorable. December gathers tens of thousands in person or online
to the foot of the scenic and sacred Black Hills in Rapid City, South
Dakota just for LNI. The world gives thanks to LNI Founder and Director,
Bryan Brewer, and the LNI board for organizing an annual event capable
of bringing together so many Native Americans and Non-Natives alike in
peaceful, wonderful ways in WoLakota.
