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
Rocky Boiman: “The NFL Got it Wrong and It’s Never Okay to Hit a Woman”
The NFL has ruled the news cycle over the last 48 hours. Week One kicked off on Sunday and Monday night and TMZ released the video of Ray Rice striking and knocking his wife, Janay Rice unconscious early Monday morning.
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.
Brett McMurphy Previews Iowa State Football
ESPN’s Brett McMurphy joins Jeff Thurn on Monday’s edition of Overtime.
ESPN’s John Clayton Shares His Passion for Football, NFL
ESPN's John Clayton joins Jeff Thurn on Thursday's edition of Overtime.
Minnesota Vikings FB Zach Line is Gearing Up for His Second NFL Season
As an undrafted free agent, Zach Line beat the odds and made the Minnesota Vikings active roster. This season, he is coming off an injury, and looking to impress once again at his second training camp in Mankato.
Minnesota Vikings Training Camp Thoughts – Saturday, July 26
"Teddy, Teddy, Teddy!"
Chad Greenway of Minnesota Vikings Talks about his Health and Coach Mike Priefer
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime to talk about Training Camp and special teams coach Mike Priefer.