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
Lions Sign Trick Shot Kicker Havard Rugland
After 21 seasons, Detroit Lions kicker Jason Hansen retired from the NFL, and now the Lions have a new kicker.
Stampede Could Make History This Weekend
The Sioux Falls Stampede are already in the playoffs, and wrap up their regular season today, but they have a chance to something no Stampede team has done before.
Is Twins Aaron Hicks Really Ready for Majors?
The Minnesota Twins former first-rounder and outfielder Aaron Hicks earned a spot as the starting center fielder after a promising Spring Training. However, Hicks has looked rusty and many have wondered if he is ready for the Big Leagues.
Final Four Preview
And then there were four. The Final Four kicks off tomorrow night in Atlanta with Louisville taking on Wichita State and Michigan against Syracuse.
Auburn in Trouble Following Investigative Report That Alleges Altered Grades, Payouts
Auburn's 2011 BCS National Championship may be in jeopardy after reports that the program paid players, and altered grades under former head coach Gene Chizik.
American League Central Preview
America's pastime returns today which means summer is coming. Fans can now enjoy hot dogs and crackerjacks while watching pitchers toss fastballs, and hitters blast home runs into the outfield seats.
Which Twins Players May Break Out in 2013?
The Minnesota Twins won only 66 games and lost 96 last season, and this year, expectations are low as the Twins are a team that has basically a new pitching rotation, and outfield.
Tubby Fired: Was it the Right Call?
Tubby Smith had his best team, signed a contract extension through the 2016-2017 season last summer, and it looked like he was going to be the guy in Minnesota for awhile until the news broke today about his future.
Timberwolves Coach Rick Adelman May Call it Quits
Rick Adelman is the eighth winningest coach in NBA history, and the second among active coaches behind George Karl.
What is the Status of Derrick Rose’s Return?
Almost a year ago, the city of Chicago held its breath for its star point guard. The city is still waiting today for the return of Chicago-native. So, what's taking Derrick Rose so long to come back from a torn ACL in last year's playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers?