CHAMPIONS, $56 PIZZA AND A LITTLE SIMON SAYS CONFUSION

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

A Special Day with My Granddaughter

​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

WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU DO ALL DAY?

​Earlier this week, someone asked me a question that caught me off guard: “What do you do all day?” The way he asked, it sounded like he thought I didn’t actually work! I ended up walking him through my routine from sunrise to sunset, and as I went into detail, I realized—this would make a great blog post. While no two days are ever truly … Continue reading WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU DO ALL DAY?

THE PERFECT UNION

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