One of the many notable players of the team was Keith Smart, who played for the Indiana Hoosiers when they won the NCAA tournament in 1987.

[4] This team traced its history back to the Tampa Bay Thrillers of the Continental Basketball Association.

The Thrillers moved to Rapid City at the conclusion of the regular season, but didn't stop the team's momentum, as they won their third consecutive title.

The Beach Dogs lasted only two seasons folding after losing the championship series to the Oklahoma City Cavalry.

In 1998 the Black Hills Posse were sold to John Tuschman (former owner of the original Thrillers).