Kathy Aiken
2 brothers set out to 'push the limits' to 'elevate' a player's game in the fast-growing sport of pickleball
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted April 1 - 9:01 a.m.
Two brothers, Breygan and Kasen Holbrook, got hooked on the newfound sport and set out to solve a problem they identified that would help "elevate" the game of others.
Salsa Queen was born out of a mother's desire to support her 7 kids, and became her identity — literally
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 9:01 a.m.
With only $3,000 to her name, SalsaQueen Zapata embarked on a what to her felt like a crazy adventure.
Former MMA fighter Rad Martinez's journey has been a 'wild ride,' but he's embraced life's punches to help others
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted March 13 - 9:01 a.m.
MMA fighter Rad Martinez was close — "razor thin," he said — to having his own chance to fight for a world title.
As a former Utes defensive end faces death, he shares his story of living life to the fullest
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Feb. 27 - 9:01 a.m.
In 1977, Mike Kinsella played defensive end for the University of Utah. His nickname was "snake."
How a love of baking and an Instagram post sparked the popular bakery Dough Lady
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Feb. 19 - 9:01 a.m.
At the height of the COVID outbreak in 2020, Amy and Eric Lund had nothing else to do but bake in their home.
'Once in a lifetime' runner, Timpview's Jane Hedengren, redefines 'what's possible with belief'
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Feb. 12 - 9:01 a.m.
At 18 years old, Timpview High track star Jane Hendengren has redefined running — not only in Utah but at a national level, too.
After personal health struggles, Just Ingredients founder looks to help others with the 'ingredients in life'
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Feb. 5 - 9:01 a.m.
After battling some personal health struggles and "deep" depression, Karalynne Call wanted answers.
In 2010, the 'Dirty Soda' revolution was born, but Swig is 'just getting started'
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 22 - 9:01 a.m.
On April 2, 2010, Nicole Tanner opened a soda shop business in a small building in St. George, hoping to attract customers to a new way of getting their soda fix.
How 'innovator' Grant Harrison helped change the 'show' surrounding the Utah Jazz experience
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 15 - 10:06 a.m.
Welcome to the Delta Center, where Utah Jazz fans pay good money for everything that comes with today's NBA experience.
A simple request started Minky Couture, and now the company hopes to 'blanket the world'
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 8 - 9:01 a.m.
A simple response to a daughter's plea while in the hospital changed the life for Minky Couture founder Sandi Hendry.
For 32 years, wives of BYU coaches have helped Patti Edwards 'bless' underprivileged children at Christmas
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 18 - 9:01 a.m.
In 1992, LaVell and Patti Edwards teamed up with the Boys and Girls Club in Utah County to help underprivileged children.
He's called Jazz games for more than 35 years, but Ron Boone remains a Utah legend for much more
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 27 - 9:01 a.m.
Ron Boone is one of 7 men from the same area in Omaha who turned pro over a 10-year span during the civil rights era, including Gayle Sayers and Bob Gibson.
After nearly 50 years in basketball, Jeff Judkins embraces new passion after retirement from coaching
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 6 - 9:01 a.m.
For the second time in two years, Jeff Judkins has called it quits.
In sickness and in health: 28 years later, Jay and Sara Hill navigating life's 'ruts' together
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 9:01 a.m.
Jay and Sara Hill have been together for 28 years — nearly three decades of helping each other through happy and hard times.
His final course design, Black Desert to serve as memory of the legacy of former pro Tom Weiskopf
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 9 - 9:01 a.m.
Tom Weiskopf's biggest PGA victory came in 1973 at the British Open. But he was most proud of his second career of designing golf courses.
How 18-year-old Kihei Akina became the youngest player with an exemption in his first PGA Tour event
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 9:01 a.m.
Kihei Akina is 18 years old and is a top-10 ranked junior golfer in the country.
A 12-year MMA career and a $1M pay day set up Sean O'Connell with his dream life
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 2 - 9:01 a.m.
Sean O'Connell spent 12 years as an MMA fighter in both the PFL and UFC. Now, the former athlete is living his dream life.
A basketball career helped change Thurl Bailey's life, and provided a life of fulfillment with family
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 25 - 9:01 a.m.
In 1983, the Utah Jazz selected Thurl Bailey with the No. 7 pick in the NBA draft.
Utah rugby star Alex 'Spiff' Sedrick's 'pivotal' match-winning role in Olympics a lesson of persistence
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 22 - 9:01 a.m.
In an improbable setting, Utah rugby player Alex "Spiff" Sedrick made history for the United States in the Paris Olympics.
'Forever Strong' coach Larry Gelwix reflects on legendary rugby career, influence to others
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 14 - 9:01 a.m.
Larry Gelwix has been called the winningest coach in America.
MyKayla Skinner's dedication led to Olympic dream, but its now second to her greatest accomplishment
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted July 17 - 9:01 a.m.
The Olympics was always the dream for MyKayla Skinner ever since she was a little girl.
How BYU signee Daniel Simmons has become one of the top distance runners in Utah history
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted June 19 - 9:01 a.m.
Daniel Simmons, who has a passion for running, just graduated from American Fork High.
After losing it all, former BYU player Setema Gali now helping others find answers to life's challenges
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 9:01 a.m.
Setema Gali lost it all in 2008. Now 16 years later, he's climbed his way back from dark places and depression, and now he's helping others navigate life and difficult challenges.
After tragic loss, former BYU linebacker Brady Poppinga and family finding hope in their faith
Kathy Aiken for KSL.com | Posted May 15 - 9:01 a.m.
In the midst of their grief, and surrounded by memories, the Poppinga family say they rely on their faith, family and friends to help them get through day to day.
