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
Rain Won’t Alter Baseball Teams, Huset’s in Long-Term
Sioux Falls has already set a record rainfall amount in June, which has caused local baseball games and races at Huset's Speedway to be postponed.
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Craig Sager II joined Jeff Thurn on Wednesday's edition of Overtime.
Mike Leach Talks About Motivating Teams as a Head Coach
Washington State head football coach Mike Leach joined Jeff Thurn on Overtime.
Leach has been the Cougars head coach since 2011. Before his stint in Pullman, Washington, he coached at Texas Tech for 10 seasons.
Athlete of the Week: Riley Danielson, West Central Trojans
As a senior, Riley Danielson is finally running in the front for the West Central Trojans.
Dave Austad Talks about Rory McIlory on Friday’s Edition of Overtime
Dave Austad of Austad's Golf joined Jeff Thurn on Friday's edition of Overtime.
Matt Millen on Drafting as a General Manager in the NFL
Matt Millen joined Jeff Thurn on Friday’s edition of Overtime on ESPN 99.1.
Dave Joerger to the Minnesota Timberwolves?
Could former Sioux Falls Skyforce and current Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Joerger be the next Minnesota Timberwolves coach?
Athlete of the Week: Cory Herbert, Roosevelt Rough Riders
Tennis comes naturally for Roosevelt's Cory Herbert on the court.
ESPN’s John Clayton on the Minnesota Vikings Selecting Teddy Bridgewater
ESPN NFL Insider John Clayton joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime.
Sanford’s Tyler Schulte on the Upcoming Legends Banquet, and Clinics
Sanford's Tyler Schulte joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime.