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
Garnett is Biggest Ticket in Minnesota Again
Kevin Garnett is going to make his return as a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight at the Target Center against the Washington Wizards.
Key Questions for Minnesota Twins Entering Spring Training
It feels like it's below-zero in Sioux Falls today. To make it worse, the Minnesota Twins will be starting Spring Training in Fort Meyers, Florida where it's 65 degrees today.
Why Ricky Rubio Is Valuable to the Minnesota Timberwolves
I often hear people say Ricky Rubio isn't an offensive point guard and that it hurts the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Brady and the Butler – Was Sunday’s Super Bowl Ending One of Best Ever?
I'll admit it, I wasn't looking forward to this year's Super Bowl.
I was excited for Katy Perry and the commercials - I learned a lot about parenting, Pete Rose should be in the Hall of Fame, Nationwide was depressing and Dodge was inspiring - but not the big game...
Chris Cooley on Overtime Thinks Patriots Top Seahawks
Former Washington Redskins tight end Chris Cooley joined Wednesday's edition of Overtime Live from Radio Row at the Super Bowl in Glendale, Arizona.
Ben Leber Weighs in on ‘Defatlegate,’ New England Patriots
Former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ben Leber joined Jeff Thurn on Friday's edition of Overtime.
Mayor Mike Huether on Sioux Falls’ Bid That Fell Short to Get ‘First Four’
Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether talks about the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center's attempt to land the play-in games for the NCAA men's basketball tournament..
Mayor Mike Huether Talks about PREMIER Center’s First Concert
Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether discusses the brand-new PREMIER Center opening.
New Sioux Falls Skyforce Head Coach Phil Weber: ‘Same Culture, Play Tough Defense & Score’
New Sioux Falls Skyforce head coach Phil Weber joins Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime.
Former Minnesota Vikings Punter Chris Kluwe: “I Would Sit Adrian Peterson a Year”
Former Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday’s edition of Overtime.