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Colby Walker

Nevada penalized after French Fry bath in Idaho Potato bowl

Embracing what is probably the most Idaho tradition ever, the Nevada Wolf Pack performed a "french fry bath" on their coach, leading to a 15-yard penalty.
6 years ago
Jazz 2021...
Kelli Pierce

Utah Jazz optimistic about the 2021 season

The Utah Jazz will be facing some pretty stiff competition in the Western Conference in 2021. But team spokesperson Frank Zang believes there's reason for optimism. 
6 years ago
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Simone Seikaly

Gobert’s letter to fans expresses thanks after news of contract extension

The Utah Jazz Center thanked Utahns for accepting him, respecting him, and watching him grow, and said "he's here to win a championship!"
6 years ago
FILE - In this Feb. 23, 2014 file photo the Russian national flag, right, flies after it is hoisted...
Colby Walker

Russia banned from using name, flag for next two Olympics

Russia has been banned from using its name, flag and anthem at the next two Olympics or at any world championships for the next two years.
6 years ago
ballroom dancers...
Mary Richards

Heart of Utah: Ballroom dancers finding safe ways to compete

Ballroom dancers in Utah are hoping to put a safe foot forward to keep competing during the coronavirus pandemic.
6 years ago
Cleveland Indians...
Cami Mondeaux

Cleveland’s baseball team drops ‘Indian’ from its name

The Cleveland Indians will change its mascot and team name, dropping "Indian" altogether, the New York Times reported Sunday.
6 years ago
USU Interim Head coach Frank Maile...
Simone Seikaly

Utah State University interim coach calls for investigation of racial bias

Utah State University Interim Coach Frank Maile calls for an investigation into racial bias after alleged comments made by school leadership.
6 years ago
University of Utah Pac 12 CSU...
PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer

Utah defense, Jordan shine in 38-21 win over No. 21 Colorado

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Ty Jordan scored twice, including a game-sealing 66-yard TD burst, and Utah’s revamped defense forced three turnovers to help the Utes rally past No. 21 Colorado 38-21. The win by the Utes on a snowy day most likely put an end to the Buffaloes’ Pac-12 title hopes. The soon-to-be-unseated Pac-12 South […]
6 years ago
BYU equipment truck...
Mary Richards

Tracking the BYU equipment truck racing to Game Day

Hal Morrell and Fili Taufu have gained quite a following as they've been documenting their last-minute drive to get BYU's equipment to South Carolina in time for the Coug's game against Coastal Carolina
6 years ago
In a photo provided by Triller, Mike Tyson throws a punch during the third round against Roy Jones ...
GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer

Mike Tyson returns to ring, draws in exhibition with Jones

Mike Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive prime during the 54-year-old boxing icon’s return to the ring for a lively exhibition bout with 51-year-old Roy Jones Jr.
6 years ago
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Kelli Pierce

High school swimmers protest ban on team practices at Salt Lake County pools

Dozens showed up at a high school swimmers protest Friday at the offices of Salt Lake County government, asking to swim at county rec pools.
6 years ago
Pac 12 University of Utah Washington Huskies football...
TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer

An unplanned Pac-12 matchup as Utah travels to Washington

COVID-19 changed the Pac-12 football schedule, now instead of playing ASU, the University of Utah travels northeast to face the Huskies.
6 years ago
FILE - In this March 1987 file photo, Pele, left, and Maradona hold "Sports Oscar" trophies in Mila...
DEBORA REY Associated Press

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona dies at 60

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona has died. Maradona was among the best players in history and led his country to the 1986 World Cup title before later struggling with cocaine use and obesity.
6 years ago
(Statues of Karl Malone and John Stockton outside of Vivint Smart Home Arena.  Credit: Paul Nelson)...
Paul Nelson

Utah Jazz announce plans to allow fans back to Vivint Arena

The Utah Jazz unveils how they'll invite 1,500 fans back to Vivant Arena when the 2020-2021 season gets underway.
6 years ago
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Simone Seikaly

Utah Jazz and Donovan Mitchell extend contract

The Utah Jazz and Donovan Mitchell have reportedly come to a contract extension deal worth as much as $195 million.
6 years ago
University of Utah football Pac 12...
The Associated Press

Slovis, dominant defense power No. 20 USC past Utah 33-17

Kedon Slovis threw for two touchdowns and No. 20 Southern California rode a strong defensive performance to overpower Utah 33-17 on Saturday night.
6 years ago
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BRADY McCOMBS Associated Press

Salt Lake City all in on future Olympic bid, timing unknown

A committee preparing a bid for Salt Lake City to host a future Winter Olympics says the desire to bring the Olympics back to Utah in 2030 or 2034 remains firm despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic upending plans for the Tokyo Games.
6 years ago
Winter Sports Utah COVID-19...
Madeleine Porter

Winter sports in Utah look different with COVID-19 restrictions

Winter sports in Utah will look a little different this season with COVID-19 restrictions. However, it is still awesome snow.
6 years ago
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Kelsie Smith, CNN

A 21-year-old man has made history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon

Special Olympics athlete Chris Nikic crossed the finish line on Saturday to become the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon.
6 years ago
Utah coach Whittingham contract extention...
Madeleine Porter

Ute coach Kyle Whittingham signs 4-year extension through 2027

The Utah Utes Athletic Department has announced a contract extension with high profile football coach Kyle Whittingham.
6 years ago
utah jazz owner...
Paul Nelson

Many Utah Jazz fans not certain about new owner, but still excited

Utah Jazz fans say they’re excited and optimistic about the team’s future owner. The Smith's are taking over and many fans say they're excited
6 years ago
sell utah jazz...
Colby Walker

Gail Miller to sell Utah Jazz to Qualtrics co-founder Ryan Smith

Gail Miller announced Wednesday she would sell the majority interest in the Utah Jazz and accompanying sports and entertainment businesses to Qualtrics co-founder Ryan Smith.
6 years ago
BYU QB Zach Wilson makes a pass against Texas State on October 24th, 2020. (BYU Photo/Jaren Wilkey)...
JOHN COON Associated Press

Cougars move up in the polls after Wilson leads BYU past Texas State 52-14

After beating Texas State on Saturday, BYU football moves up in the national polls.
6 years ago
BYU Football fans...
Mary Richards

BYU football prepares for fans in home stands

BYU will have its sixth football game of the season on Saturday, and finally, they can have some fans at Lavell Edwards Stadium.
6 years ago