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
Athlete of Week: Nate Stadem, Baltic Bulldogs
Hard work has paid off for Baltic's Nate Stadem on and off the court.
Is Acceptance a Big Deal in Pro Locker Rooms?
Nine-year NFL veteran Rocky Boiman played in four NFL locker rooms; Pittsburgh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, and Tennessee. Last week, he told me what it was like to walk in those locker rooms.
Athlete of the Week: Madison Kuehl, West Central Trojans
Madison Kuehl's smile, and personality are difficult to miss on and off the court.
Living the Dream. Father, Son Cherish Memories of Yankees and Baseball.
Young kids love tossing around a baseball in the backyard with their dad. Chris Phillips lived that dream, and shared many memories with his dad, Steve, a former outfielder in the New York Yankees farm system.
Will Wichita State End Up a One Seed in NCAA Tournament?
Wichita State improved to 30-0 last night with a 69-49 win over Bradley.
In fact, the Shockers haven't lost since last year's Final Four against Louisville.
Athlete of Week: Alex Johnson, Harrisburg
Senior point guard Alex Johnson is leaving her mark on the Harrisburg girls basketball program. Last year, she helped the Tigers win their first ever State A title in 2013.
Should Kevin Love Stay or Leave Minnesota?
Kevin Love will be a free agent in the summer of 2015 if he declines a player option with Minnesota Timberwolves. For now it appears he likes playing at the Target Center.
Who Would Be On An All-Sports Mount Rushmore?
Yesterday was President's Day, and to celebrate, let's see what Mount Rushmore would look like if one icon from each of the four major sports was chosen.
Can Lincoln High School Finish Strong in Boys Basketball?
The old adage is it's not where you start, it's where you finish. The Lincoln Patriots boys basketball team is hoping that comes true as the regular season winds down with three games remaining.
Two Former NFL Players Say League is Ready for Michael Sam
Now, on the brink of likely being chosen in the NFL Draft, Michael Sam made a groundbreaking announcement that will surely change the landscape of the league.