Alex Tumalip

Alex Tumalip

Motorcyclist dies after being thrown from his bike on Legacy Highway in Centerville

Motorcyclist dies after being thrown from his bike on Legacy Highway in Centerville

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 23 - 10:51 a.m.

A 31-year old was killed Friday night after being thrown from his motorcycle following a collision with a cable barrier on the median.
'Best feeling ever': Father and son bring another trophy home to cap Lehi's historic first year in 6A

'Best feeling ever': Father and son bring another trophy home to cap Lehi's historic first year in 6A

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted June 10 - 2:33 p.m.

Eric Madsen and sons Murphy and Mays follow in the footsteps of Quincy and Cooper Lewis, bringing home the second championship trophy to cap off Lehi's incredible first year in 6A.
6A boys volleyball: Pleasant Grove runs away from Lone Peak to win inaugural championship

6A boys volleyball: Pleasant Grove runs away from Lone Peak to win inaugural championship

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 10:01 p.m.

The Pleasant Grove Vikings broke open a close match to cruise to the inaugural 6A boys volleyball title Saturday in Orem.
5A boys volleyball: Maple Mountain finds a way to sweep to the summit

5A boys volleyball: Maple Mountain finds a way to sweep to the summit

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 8:42 p.m.

Behind Trey Thornton's 19 kills, the Maple Mountain Golden Eagles fought off a scrappy Bountiful team to claim the inaugural 5A boys volleyball title Saturday in Orem.
4A boys volleyball: Pine View stuns Orem in 5-set thriller

4A boys volleyball: Pine View stuns Orem in 5-set thriller

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 12 - 12:09 a.m.

Behind their most complete match of the year, the Pine View Panthers upended the seemingly unstoppable Orem Tigers Saturday night.
3A boys volleyball: Grantsville gets over hump against North Sanpete to claim title

3A boys volleyball: Grantsville gets over hump against North Sanpete to claim title

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 12 - 12:01 a.m.

The Grantsville Cowboys may have lost all three regular season meetings to North Sanpete, but they won the one that mattered most.
2A, 3A baseball: Kanab completes comeback for the ages to repeat as state champions

2A, 3A baseball: Kanab completes comeback for the ages to repeat as state champions

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 11 - 6:08 p.m.

The Kanab Cowboys completed a repeat state championship in unlikely fashion, rallying from an eight-run deficit to knock off South Sevier in a memorable 2A state championship game Saturday.
3A golf: Grayson Gagnon wins Juan Diego's 1st-ever individual girls championship in thrilling finish

3A golf: Grayson Gagnon wins Juan Diego's 1st-ever individual girls championship in thrilling finish

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 10:23 p.m.

Richfield ran away with another girls golf team championship, but Juan Diego's Grayson Gagnon posted a furious rally to give the Soaring Eagle golf program a historic first gold medalist.
Drawing on their miraculous past, Herriman boys soccer ready for more playoff magic

Drawing on their miraculous past, Herriman boys soccer ready for more playoff magic

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 6 - 11:26 a.m.

After a thrilling penalty shootout victory to end their regular season, the Herriman Mustangs are ready for another title run with a familiar formula.
Once a star on the field, Cole Gambill now giving back to the game he loves

Once a star on the field, Cole Gambill now giving back to the game he loves

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 5 - 1:23 p.m.

Former BYU baseball outfielder Cole Gambill, now a coach at Salt Lake Community College, is getting his chance to share what he's learned as a player with those around him.
Allegory of the Cavemen: American Fork boys soccer quietly crafting story in head-turning fashion

Allegory of the Cavemen: American Fork boys soccer quietly crafting story in head-turning fashion

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 2 - 9:56 a.m.

After a 2-0 derby win over archrival Lone Peak Wednesday, American Fork boys soccer isn't ready to settle for anything as they chase a championship.
Pleasant Grove alum Brayden Marx finding his place in a growing 'tropical swarm'

Pleasant Grove alum Brayden Marx finding his place in a growing 'tropical swarm'

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 20 - 10:06 a.m.

Once the No. 2-ranked pitcher in the state of Utah, Brayden Marx is already showing Hawaii fans why he was so highly sought after.
New classification, same goal: Murray boys soccer has their sights set on redemption

New classification, same goal: Murray boys soccer has their sights set on redemption

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 10:46 a.m.

The Murray Spartans may be looking up at Layton Christian Academy, but it isn't stopping them from setting their sights on a redemption tour to a state championship.
In the midst of a retool, Jordan Beetdiggers baseball team still believe 'sky's the limit'

In the midst of a retool, Jordan Beetdiggers baseball team still believe 'sky's the limit'

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 4 - 11:34 a.m.

Even with a good chunk of their experience gone, the Jordan Beetdiggers are still confident they can contend for a 5A baseball title.
From club sport to sanctioned sport, Utah high school boys volleyball continues to grow the game

From club sport to sanctioned sport, Utah high school boys volleyball continues to grow the game

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 30 - 3:10 p.m.

Despite the obvious growing pains from building a grassroots program, boys volleyball has proven to be a smash hit — no pun intended — in its first year in Utah high school sports.
High school baseball doubleheaders are difficult, but players love chance to compete

High school baseball doubleheaders are difficult, but players love chance to compete

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 28 - 9:14 a.m.

If you thought attending a baseball doubleheader as a fan was hard, those on the field are facing more than their fair share of pressure — even in high school.
On the NHL's doorstep, Ryan Sandelin is only focused on doing better and being better

On the NHL's doorstep, Ryan Sandelin is only focused on doing better and being better

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 26 - 9:45 a.m.

After his second callup to the AHL's Colorado Eagles, forward Ryan Sandelin knows he can still improve the details of his game, even as he continues to turn heads on his team.
Riverton gets its revenge over American Fork in dominant road win

Riverton gets its revenge over American Fork in dominant road win

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 15 - 8:16 p.m.

It started early for the Riverton Silverwolves and finished with a flourish as they threw down the gauntlet to spoil American Fork's season-opener Friday.
Timpanogos pitches its way to statement midweek win over Brighton

Timpanogos pitches its way to statement midweek win over Brighton

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 11:11 p.m.

A strong outing by starter Chase Riggs and clutch play down the stretch gave Timpanogos its first home win of the season.
After a regular season of ups and downs, Utah Valley ready to strike it rich in WAC Vegas

After a regular season of ups and downs, Utah Valley ready to strike it rich in WAC Vegas

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 13 - 6:24 p.m.

After ending the regular season winning 7 of their last 8 games, the Utah Valley Wolverines look to ride that momentum into the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas.
Utah Valley ends Abilene Christian's winning streak in regular season finale victory

Utah Valley ends Abilene Christian's winning streak in regular season finale victory

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 9 - 6:08 p.m.

A strong bench performance lifted Utah Valley to a winning regular season in their win at Abilene Christian Saturday.
Wolverines turn the tables to stun Tarleton State in 63-60 win

Wolverines turn the tables to stun Tarleton State in 63-60 win

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 7 - 9:04 p.m.

Down by 13 points in the second half, the Utah Valley Wolverines finished on a 17-2 run to steal a road win at Tarleton State Thursday night.
Caleb Stone-Carrawell's new role has Utah Valley thinking about doing the unthinkable

Caleb Stone-Carrawell's new role has Utah Valley thinking about doing the unthinkable

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 7 - 2:13 p.m.

After their five-game winning streak was snapped Saturday, the Utah Valley Wolverines have their sights on setting the stage for a deep WAC tournament run.
UT Arlington's 3-point sharpshooting spoils Utah Valley's senior day

UT Arlington's 3-point sharpshooting spoils Utah Valley's senior day

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 2 - 6:07 p.m.

An 8-for-17 shooting performance from beyond the arc in the 1st half was the difference as the Wolverines saw their 5-game winning streak come to an end Saturday.
Still at the peak: Knights complete historic 6A girls basketball championship 3-peat

Still at the peak: Knights complete historic 6A girls basketball championship 3-peat

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 1 - 10:08 p.m.

The Nordstrom sisters stepped up to turn around the 6A championship game as Lone Peak won their third straight title over Copper Hills Friday at the Huntsman Center.