I've got two hometowns: Sioux Falls, SD and Columbus, OH. After spending a couple years of my youth in Ohio, my family moved to Sioux Falls where I attended and graduated from Sioux Falls Christian. There, I played a little football and baseball (1B/3B/P). The next chapter of my life took me an hour southeast of Sioux Falls to Dordt College in Sioux Center, IA. At Dordt, I write sports for the school paper, edit the sports section, broadcast multiple sports (soccer, basketball, hockey, baseball and softball), work at the campus radio station (KDCR 88.5 FM), and I enjoyed a spell covering high school football and basketball at the N'West Iowa Review. When I'm not writing, I'm watching my Northeast Ohio and Buckeye brethren or playing intramural softball. I appreciate you reading and listening.
Christian Zylstra
Ridiculous Reasoning Keeps Austin Peay out of FCS Playoffs
The Austin Peay Governors experienced a spectacular program turnaround this season under head coach Will Healy.
NAIA’s Return to Sioux Falls Great for Both Sides
It turns out a strong stance against anthem protests might benefit the NAIA after all.
Are We Giving James Franklin’s Sportsmanship Too Much Credit?
In a matter of 10 seconds, Franklin exhibited about as strong a showing of sportsmanship that you possibly can on a football field. But are we giving him too much credit?
Experiencing the ‘Kinnick Wave’
"The Wave" is now a staple of Kinnick Stadium, and it embodies everything college football should be and more.
LeBron James Got His First NBA Action 14 Years Ago
LeBron James is a basketball icon. But all icons star somewhere. And for James, that somewhere was on this date 14 years ago at Sleep Train Arena in Sacramento.
Fox, Big Ten Television Deal Paying Dividends
Fox and the Big Ten Conference agreed to terms on a television deal this past summer, and the extra exposure is paying dividends in a hurry.
Big Ten Should Regulate Visiting Locker Room Amenities
Jim Harbaugh called on the Big Ten Conference and its commissioner to regulate visiting locker room conditions after his team's experience at Purdue.
Fox Sports Outdoes Itself with Big Ten Team Promos
Fox Sports put together several of the most impressive college football team promos I've ever seen.
Mike Riley Proving Himself as Player’s Coach
Mike Riley's surprise for his Nebraska football team shows he's quickly becoming the ultimate player's coach.
Best Matchups on Big Ten Teams’ Schedules
College football is less than two weeks away.