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
Packers head to TCF Stadium, Sunday to play Vikings
It's round two between the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings.
Paul Allen Talks Minnesota Vikings, Adrian Peterson on Overtime
KFAN’s Paul Allen joined Jeff Thurn on Thursday’s edition of Overtime.
Eric Macramalla on Overtime: ‘Tough for AP to play this season again’
Eric Macramalla, legal analyst at the Sport Network (TSN), joined Jeff Thurn on Wednesday’s edition of Overtime on ESPN 99.1.
Mayor Mike Huether on Sioux Falls’ bid that fell short to get ‘First Four’
Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether joins Wednesday’s edition of Overtime with Jeff Thurn.
Green Bay tied for first with Detroit, after impressive win over Philadelphia
The Green Bay Packers scored 50 points for a second straight game for the first time in franchise history, Sunday, in a 53-20 rout of the Philadelphia Eagles at home.
Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles set to clash, Sunday
Sunday afternoon, the Green Bay Packers host the Philadelphia Eaglies, in a late season match-up of two of the NFC's contenders.
Bobby Burton of 24/7 Sports on Big Ten’s College Playoff Chances
Bobby Burton of 24/7 Sports joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime.
Green Bay Packers Throttle Chicago Bears with Lopsided, 55-14 Victory
Aaron Rodgers' hamstring is fine. Coming off a loss and bye, the Green Bay Packers made a statement against division rival, Chicago, routing the Bears 55-14.
Timberwolves Assistant GM Rob Babcock: ‘Finding a player like Ricky is a rarity’
Minnesota Timberwolves Assistant General Manager Rob Babcock joined Jeff Thurn on Thursday’s edition of Overtime on ESPN 99.1.
Former Nebraska QB Steve Taylor Discusses Nebraska Cornhuskers, College Football Playoff
Former Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Steve Taylor joined Jeff Thurn on Monday's edition of Overtime.