Celebrating Our Only Daughter We have four adult children—three boys: Joshua, Jeremy, and Brandon—and our daughter, Brianna. We adopted Brianna from Korea when she was just nine months old, and this week, she turns 40! That’s right; my “baby” is hitting the big four-oh. I vividly remember when I turned 40. I remember thinking there was a real possibility my life was half over; it … Continue reading THE BIG 4-0
Another State Dance weekend is officially in the books. I say this every year, but State Dance is easily my favorite tournament to cover for Q-92. I’ve covered State Cross Country, Football, Basketball, and Golf, but State Dance just has a different vibe. The atmosphere at the Target Center is electric—especially the parents who dress wildly to represent their schools and daughters. The Skyway Life … Continue reading CHAMPIONS, $56 PIZZA AND A LITTLE SIMON SAYS CONFUSION
This past Saturday wasn’t just about basketball; it was a precious “Grandpa-Granddaughter” date. My oldest granddaughter, Adelyn—who is currently enjoying her senior year at Montevideo High School—and I set off for Brookings, South Dakota. We were headed to South Dakota State University to witness a huge Division 1 women’s basketball showdown between the top two teams in the Summit League: the NDSU Bison and the … Continue reading A Special Day with My Granddaughter
This past week, my wife, Roxie, and I had a necessary conversation about the time we spend glued to our phones, especially at night. It’s been getting a little out of hand—both of us with our heads buried in a screen instead of connecting with each other. I recently heard the late Charlie Kirk mention in an interview that he and his wife turn their … Continue reading OUR PHONES!
Football and Thanksgiving Thanksgiving and football—for me, it truly is the best time of the year. For the last five years, I’ve had the privilege of broadcasting the Minnesota Class A State Football Championship game from US Bank Stadium, all thanks to the incredible run of the Minneota Vikings. Every year has been a huge thrill and an experience I will always cherish. My passion … Continue reading THE PERFECT UNION
What was my week like? It was a blur of sports broadcasts, unexpected animal encounters, and moments of reflection. Here are a few short stories from the past seven days.The fall section sports schedule is in full swing, and it’s always an adventure.The Raccoon IncidentLast Tuesday, Dick Newman and I were driving back from Lakeview after broadcasting the Eagles and Lakers section football playoff game. … Continue reading HITTING RACCOONS, PRESS BOX BUFFETS, A WEEK OF HIGH AND LOWS
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