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
Anthony Rizzo: The Man You Can Take Home to Your Family
Chicago Cubs' first baseman Anthony Rizzo is the perfect gentleman. Well, at least he knows it's best to apologize when wrong.
Athlete of the Week: Kylee Van Egdom, Sioux Falls Christian
Kylee Van Egdom, a 5'9" sophomore outside hitter for Sioux Falls Christian volleyball, is this week's Athlete of the Week.
Nebraska Cornhuskers May Be This Year’s Iowa
Remember when Iowa surprised everyone last year and went 12-0? Well, they might not go undefeated, but the Nebraska Cornhuskers could be this year's Iowa.
Philadelphia Eagles, Cleveland Browns Troll NFL’s New Social Media Rules on Twitter
The NFL may be trying to remove the fun out of the game, but I'm glad official team Twitter accounts still know how to have some fun.
Big Ten Power Rankings: Week 7
It never looked easy, but after a second road win against a ranked opponent this season, the Ohio State Buckeyes reclaim the No. 1 spot in this week's rankings.
Athlete of the Week: Gillian Watkins, West Central High School
Gillian Watkins, a senior defender for the West Central girls soccer team, is this week's Athlete of the Week.
Big Ten Power Rankings: Week 6
After five straight weeks with the Ohio State Buckeyes sitting atop our Big Ten Power Rankings, a new regime has grabbed hold of the coveted No. 1 ranking. The Michigan Wolverines embarrassed Rutgers on Saturday, once again establishing themselves as one of the elite programs in the country...
Minnesota Vikings are NFC Favorites
There are plenty of good teams in the NFC. The Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys and Atlanta Falcons are just a few. But there's one team that stands above the rest in all-around play and skill.
The Minnesota Vikings.
The Minnesota Vikings are the best team in the NFC and arguably in the entire world of football...
Athlete of the Week: Rylee Smith, O’Gorman High School
Rylee Smith, a 5'10" outside hitter for the O'Gorman High School varsity volleyball team, is this week's Athlete of the Week.
NFL Referee Pete Morelli Swears During Bills-Patriots
NFL referee Pete Morelli was loose with his tongue during Sunday's Buffalo Bills-New England Patriots AFC East clash.