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
Wayne McDonnell Jr. on Witnessing Derek Jeter’s last night at Yankee Stadium
Wayne McDonnell, Jr of Forbes joins Jeff Thurn on Thursday's edition of Overtime.
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Minnesota Vikings linebacker Gerald Hodges discusses Thursday’s game vs. Green Bay Packers
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Gerald Hodges joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday’s edition of Overtime.
Former NFL quarterback Gino Torretta Joins Tuesday’s Overtime
Former NFL and Miami Hurricanes quarterback Gino Torretta joined Jeff Thurn on Tuesday's edition of Overtime.
Scott Miller on the Minnesota Twins letting Ron Gardenhire go
Bleacher Report's Scott Miller joined Monday's edition of Overtime.
Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers relax after a big win over the Chicago Bears
When Aaron Rodgers says relax, you relax. On Sunday, Rodgers led the Green Bay Packers to a 38-17 trouncing of the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.
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Mayor Mike Huether on Overtime Talks about PREMIER Center’s First Concert
Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether joins Thursday’s edition of Overtime with Jeff Thurn to discuss the brand-new PREMIER Center opening.
Paul Allen on Teddy Bridgewater as Rookie Makes First Start Sunday vs. Atlanta
KFAN’s Paul Allen joined Jeff Thurn on Thursday’s edition of Overtime to talk about young rookie quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, as he starts this weekend.
Julie Buehler on Overtime: Green Bay Packers Fans should be Concerned, and Not Relax
Sports analyst Julie Buehler joins Jeff Thurn on Wednesday’s edition of Overtime.