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
Old, New Faces for Canaries in 2014
The weather is trying to warm up as the Sioux Falls Canaries are getting ready for another summer of baseball at the Birdcage.
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
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NFL Prospect and USD standout Tyler Starr on Preparing for NFL Draft
University of South Dakota linebacker Tyler Starr joined Jeff Thurn on Thursday's edition of Overtime to discuss preparing for the NFL Draft.
Former NFL Player Rocky Boiman on Johnny Manziel, Jadeveon Clowney, and No. 1 Pick
The NFL Draft was moved back two weeks this year. Back when Rocky Boiman was waiting for his name to be called in 2002, it was two days. Now, as a former NFL player, and radio analyst in Cincinnati, he tells how the NFL is genius in pushing back the draft.
Former NFL player Rocky Boiman Reflects on His NFL Draft Experience
Rocky Boiman played nine seasons in the NFL with Tennessee, Indianapolis, Kansas City, and Pittsburgh. Now, 12 years ago after being drafted by the Titans, he reflects on the excitement that many prospects will enjoy beginning Thursday through Saturday.
Barry Switzer on Johnny Manziel, Jadeveon Clowney, and Preparing for NFL Draft as a Coach
Three-time national champion and Super Bowl winning coach Barry Switzer joined Jeff Thurn on Monday's edition of Overtime.
NFC North Draft Preview: Who Might Each Team Draft?
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Second Year Makes a Difference for Jerry Olszewski, Augustana Vikings
"It's home now. Everything is set. The second time you go through it, it is better, easier, and I look forward to that continued growth and challenge for ourselves to be better than what we were yesterday," says first-year head coach Jerry Olszewski.
USF Softball Tasted Their First NSIC Tournament Today
Under first-year head coach Kelsey Thompson, the University of Sioux Falls softball team tasted their first postseason today in the Northern Sun Conference tournament in Sioux Falls.