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
What’s the Greatest Streak in Sports?
The Miami Heat and the Chicago Blackhawks are the hottest teams in their respective sports and their winning streaks are gaining attention for most impressive streaks in sports history.
South Dakota Basketball Teams Look to Make the NCAA Tournament
In South Dakota, March Madness will hit next weekend as the Summit League tournament will come to the Sioux Falls Arena once again.
Gonzaga is New No. 1; First Time in School History
For the first time in school history, mid-major Gonzaga is No. 1 in college basketball. However, they may not want to be because an unranked team has beaten a top-five team, nineteen times this season.
Who Should Coach Team USA?
Wednesday, the last gold medal coach, and current Duke head coach Mike Krzyzweski announced he is stepping down from coaching team USA at the Olympics.
Minnesota Twins Justin Morneau Getting His Confidence Back
2013 is a big season for the former MVP, Justin Morneau. The first baseman/designated hitter is entering the final year of his contract with the Minnesota Twins.
NFC North NFL Combine Outlook
The NFL combine began yesterday in Indianapolis, and NFC North teams will look to build off a solid 2012 season as three teams had winning records and two of them made the playoffs.
Last Weekend of Regular Season for Sioux Falls Cougars Basketball
The USF men and women's basketball teams wrap up their regular season this weekend as the Cougars are on the road at Minnesota St., and Concordia St-Paul the next two nights.
Sioux Falls Arena to Get New Court for Summit League Tournament
Tuesday, at a news conference, city officials announced the Sioux Falls Arena will be getting a new basketball court that will be used during next month's Summit League men and women's basketball tournament.
Happy Birthday Michael Jordan: MJ’s Greatest Moments
Michael Jordan is set to turn 50 years old on Sunday, and throughout his 15-year NBA career, and his career at the University of North Carolina, he wowed everyone that watched him put on the red and black, and baby blue.
Big Ten Teams Don’t Want to Play FCS Teams Anymore, May Re-Align Conference’s Divisions
Big Ten teams have agreed Wednesday morning, reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, not to schedule FCS teams anymore.