TV taking job at Sanford Health

[UWMandSDSU]

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Honest question for those that might know, could a facility like the Pentagon use a full time writer on staff covering all their events? There are games going on there 3-6 nights a week during the fall/winter/spring, plus all the AAU type stuff in the summer. I would not be surprised at all to see organizations employing their own writers to put out "news" about their teams/events.

Great question, but I don't think so. Terry would probably be the point person that would over see this position you are describing.

[SF_Rabbit_Fan]

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Not sure of the names of the Argus writers that got laid off but there were many cuts company wide. Stu Whitney is not sports editor anymore, he's doing more broad stories now. Basically a big re-organization. Look back a few posts on here, I put up some articles relating to the whole Argus situation.

Yep. I would not be surprised to see Stu working outside journalism soon, by his own choice. His entire career has been sports oriented. He might even have enough clout to start a South Dakota-like Grantland covering things all over the state. Get a few key sponsors/advertisers and its better money and less stress than a newspaper job. It would probably mean lots of nights away from home though.

Honest question for those that might know, could a facility like the Pentagon use a full time writer on staff covering all their events? There are games going on there 3-6 nights a week during the fall/winter/spring, plus all the AAU type stuff in the summer. I would not be surprised at all to see organizations employing their own writers to put out "news" about their teams/events.

[SDSUSmitty]

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Not sure of the names of the Argus writers that got laid off but there were many cuts company wide. Stu Whitney is not sports editor anymore, he's doing more broad stories now. Basically a big re-organization. Look back a few posts on here, I put up some articles relating to the whole Argus situation.

[goon]

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This is probably the best outcome that Jacks' fans could hope for. I think Matt Zimmer will do an excellent job, regardless of whether he's short term or long term on the SDSU beat. The fact that the Argus sports department lost three full-time employees even before Terry's departure is a matter of concern. The Argus Leader has done a good job covering D-1 sports in South Dakota, much better than the TV stations. I hope the Argus Leader can keep it up.

Who were the full 3 time employees?

Is the argus looking to cut down its sports section or what?

[JACKGUYII]

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Has he applied?

[da_coach]

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Marcus is a pro. He would be tough, but fair and would be an outstanding choice.

I actually hope he gets the job.

But, in the meantime, I look forward to Zim. He'll be fun...always enjoyed him...and maybe Marcus can come in at some point and take over.

I know he would be very dedicated.

[Jacked_Up]

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This is probably the best outcome that Jacks' fans could hope for. I think Matt Zimmer will do an excellent job, regardless of whether he's short term or long term on the SDSU beat. The fact that the Argus sports department lost three full-time employees even before Terry's departure is a matter of concern. The Argus Leader has done a good job covering D-1 sports in South Dakota, much better than the TV stations. I hope the Argus Leader can keep it up.

[jackmd]

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That's the thing I like about Zimmer. He doesn't beat around the bush. He proves his point whether it is a positive thing or not. He was the best option to take over the SDSU beats imo.

I like a lot of his stuff as well. One concern, I think he likes to bring attention to himself a little more than one wants in a beat writer. I find him quite humorous most of the time but I'm not sure the bulk of the jackrabbit fan base will. He is certainly a lot different than TV. I think its the right move for now recognizing that if it doesn't work out there are other options.

[SanDakotaState]

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I'd be lying if I said this weren't severely disappointing. There aren't many sportswriters left who cover the NSIC well, and losing Zimmer is a blow to not one, but two NSIC schools.

I'm sure Jacks fans will love certain things and take issue with others. As can be seen in his recent article on USF's horrible basketball attendance, he's not afraid to pursue stories that might not thrill the powers that be, but that's what makes him a solid sportswriter in my opinion. He's not all about fluff pieces and only highlighting the positives. He'll do a great job for the Jackrabbits, whether it's a short-term reassignment or a permanent one.

That's the thing I like about Zimmer. He doesn't beat around the bush. He proves his point whether it is a positive thing or not. He was the best option to take over the SDSU beats imo.

[MrAugustana]

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I'd be lying if I said this weren't severely disappointing. There aren't many sportswriters left who cover the NSIC well, and losing Zimmer is a blow to not one, but two NSIC schools.

I'm sure Jacks fans will love certain things and take issue with others. As can be seen in his recent article on USF's horrible basketball attendance, he's not afraid to pursue stories that might not thrill the powers that be, but that's what makes him a solid sportswriter in my opinion. He's not all about fluff pieces and only highlighting the positives. He'll do a great job for the Jackrabbits, whether it's a short-term reassignment or a permanent one.

[YanktonJack7]

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Zimmer just confirmed on his live chat he'll be covering the Jacks when TV leaves.

"Terry's last day at the Argus is Jan. 31. When he's done, I will be shifting from the Augustana/USF beat to SDSU. Tom Savage, who is our best freelancer, will be handling the majority of the NSIC coverage at that point."

"I can't say if that will be permanent going forward. When Terry leaves, we'll be down to three sportswriters -- myself, Mick and David Nicholson (our new high school guy). We'll do our best to keep up with everything, but obviously in the short term we're all going to be stretched thin. At some point, we will be hiring another full time sportswriter. That person could replace Terry, or he could replace me as the NSIC person. Don't know yet."

All SDSU fans should follow his twitter: @argusmattz

He also has a personal twitter account (and he's pretty funny most of the time): @mattyzimmer

[mango4]

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Zimmer confirmed that he will be taking over the SDSU beat when TV leaves. Also said he doesn't know if it's permanent or not.

[jackmd]

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I will add 2 points to this thread:
1) Per Mick Garry's chat a couple of weeks ago, the net result of the reorg at the Argus was the elimination of 120 hours per week in the sports department.
2) The perceived bias of most sports writers or broadcasters normally is more a result of the actual bias of the reader or listener

Excellent points. TV did a great job, the Argus found him. Best of luck to TV.

[hareball]

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I will add 2 points to this thread:
1) Per Mick Garry's chat a couple of weeks ago, the net result of the reorg at the Argus was the elimination of 120 hours per week in the sports department.
2) The perceived bias of most sports writers or broadcasters normally is more a result of the actual bias of the reader or listener

[JimmyJack]

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I will miss Terry and his coverage greatly. But good for him, I'm certain with all the health troubles of his little ones, it has to weigh on him to take all those (sometimes long) road trips.

The first name that popped into my mind was also Marcus Traxler. He's working at the Mitchell Republic, I believe. And if I remember right, he even wrote a few things for the Argus once upon a time, when TV was unavailable. He would be very similar to TV in that he's strong in social media, and would be great at the ingame chats.

Zimmer, while I love him as a writer, I don't see him covering the Jacks, unless forced to. He is a Sioux Falls kid, he loves covering Augie and USF, and I can't see him leave that beat for someone else. It means too much to him.

It will certainly be interesting. I'm not sure if Traxler could be unbiased, which was a good point. But he's a good writer, and a good reporter.

Marcus is a pro. He would be tough, but fair and would be an outstanding choice.