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
Part IV – Concussions in Football: From a Medical Perspective
As the hits keep on coming, the worries and concerns about head trauma has taken over the spotlight among professional, college, high school, and youth football.
Aaron Rodgers to Receive More Tests
The Green Bay Packers are a half-game out of first place, trailing Detroit and Chicago. Meanwhile, their star quarterback has been out since early November with a fractured collarbone. Today, the Packers could receive good news when he has scans on his left collarbone.
C.J. Weaver Loves Playing Football With the Boys
Constance Weaver is used to hanging out with the boys.
Christian Ponder Cleared to Play
The Minnesota Vikings are coming off a tough loss at Baltimore, and now move on to NFC East-leading Philadelphia at home on Sunday.
11AA Football All-State Team Named
Pierre knocked off Watertown in the 11AA state football championship a few weeks ago, and on Wednesday, both teams dominated again.
Matt Cassel to Start Sunday at Baltimore
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback carousel goes round and round.
Christian Ponder Receives Another Start
Christian Ponder will have another opportunity next Sunday to start after a solid performance yesterday despite the tie against Green Bay.
Part 1: Concussions in Football – Youth Football On the Rise in South Dakota
"Who can imagine a Thanksgiving without football?," says Black Hills Youth Football League director Shawn Boyle.
Could Matt Garza Land Back in Minnesota?
At the general manager's meetings in Orlando, plenty of rumors are swirling around, and a few may surprise Minnesota Twins fans.
Could Percy Harvin Play Sunday vs. Vikings?
Percy Harvin last played an NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks as a member of the Minnesota Vikings. Now, Harvin could be making his return Sunday against the Vikings.