I was born and raised in Sioux Falls. I graduated from Sioux Falls Christian High School in 2009 and from the University of Sioux Falls in 2013. At USF, I majored in Media Studies with an emphasis in journalism. In the Media Studies program, I dabbled in all aspects of journalism. First, I was the sports editor and reporter for the newspaper, the Vessel. Second, I was an anchor/producer/reporter for College Week (30-minute television show). Lastly, I was a DJ for KCFS 94.5 (student radio station). At ESPN 99.1, I am a freelance sports writer. I write local and national articles, and a weekly Game of the Week story featuring a high school football game. When I am not writing for ESPN 99.1, he is filming and editing sports games at KDLT-News in Sioux Falls. I loves all sports, but loves basketball and football the most.
Sam Tastad
Anything is Possible for Lincoln Junior Abbie Grevlos
On Monday, Lincoln junior Abbie Grevlos did the impossible. Grevlos came back from 12 strokes down to win the City Golf tournament two days ago at Westward Ho Country Club.
USD Student-athlete Gets Postgraduate Scholarship
Fifth year University of South Dakota student Alexa Duling has been named one of two recipients for a 24,000 postgraduate scholarship.
Should Major League Baseball Protect Pitchers?
MLB pitchers take the risk every time of going to the mound of getting a line drive hit back at them. It happened again the other night.
David Kahn Out as Timberwolves General Manager
On Wednesday afternoon, ESPN 1500 reported that Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor has announced president of basketball operations David Kahn is out.
SDSU Guard Taevaunn Prince Transfers
Wednesday, South Dakota State sophomore guard Taevaunn Prince has announced he is transferring.
Local Sports Highlights from the Weekend
First, Augustana's Michael Willman, Jr. became the Vikings first pitcher to throw a no-hitter since 2006 on Sunday against Morningside. Willman struck out 11 batters, and Augustana extended their winning streak to 15 games.
The Vikings travel to St...
Vikings Pat Williams Retires; Does Minnesota Draft Defensive Line First?
ESPN 1500 reported yesterday, Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Pat Williams will retire, just one day after re-signing with the team.
NFC North NFL Draft Preview
Thursday the NFL will take center stage once again as teams look to build for a run at next year's Super Bowl. Let's take a look at the direction the NFC North teams may go in this year's upcoming draft.
A Response to the Boston Marathon Tragedy
Monday was Patriot Day, a Massachusetts state holiday that is celebrated every year in Boston. On this day, the Red Sox play a early afternoon game and the Boston Marathon is run afterwards.
South Dakota Runners Survive Boston Marathon Bombings
Monday, 32 runners from South Dakota signed up to run the Boston Marathon, and all 32 completed and finished the Boston Marathon. None were injured in the race.