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
Green Bay Packers keep winning at Lambeau
The Green Bay Packers improved to 7-0 at Lambeau Field with a 43-37 win over the Atlanta Falcons, Monday night.
Green Bay Packers Hope to Get Back on Track vs. Chicago Bears Sunday
Last week, the Detroit Lions defense scored more points (nine) than the Green Bay Packers offense (seven).
Mayor Mike Huether on Overtime Talks about PREMIER Center’s First Concert
Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether joins Thursday’s edition of Overtime with Jeff Thurn to discuss the brand-new PREMIER Center opening.
O’Gorman High School, Lincoln High School Battle in Dakota Bowl Saturday
Lincoln ousted O'Gorman, 28-0 in the Class 11AAA semifinals last Fall before eventually claiming the state title. The two tangle in an early season match-up at Howard Wood Field in the Dakota Bowl Saturday.
‘Fail Mary’ Rematch – Green Bay Looks for Revenge vs. Seattle
On Monday Night Football in 2012 the Green Bay Packers fell to Seattle on the famous 'Fail Mary' play.
Roosevelt High School, Brandon Valley High School Collide in Early Class 11AAA Action
Sometimes it's better to save the best for last, but that's not the case. Roosevelt and Brandon Valley are on a collision course tonight at Howard Wood Field.
ESPN’s Andy Katz: Sioux Falls is a Viable Alternative to Host NCAA First Four
ESPN's Andy Katz joins Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime to discuss the possibility of the NCAA Division I basketball tournament coming to Sioux Falls.
SLIDESHOW: Minnesota Vikings Training Camp
All Photos Taken by Sam Tastad at Minnesota Vikings Training Camp in Mankato, MN. For comments and story ideas, email Sam at tastadsam@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @samtastad.
Country Singer Kip Moore on ESPN 99.1 to talk with Jeff Thurn about Ticket Scalpers
Country singer Kip Moore joined Jeff Thurn on Monday's edition of Overtime on ESPN 99.1 to talk about ticket scalpers.
Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether Joins Overtime to Talk about the Events Center
Sioux Falls mayor Mike Huether joins Thursday's edition of Overtime with Jeff Thurn.