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BYU's Sitake, Utah's Scalley continue calls for softer, gentler rivalry based on 'mutual respect'
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 9 - 6:24 p.m. | Save Story
Even while leading two different sides of a heated rivalry, BYU's Kalani Sitake and Utah's Morgan Scalley agree on several things — including the need to bring a gentler, civil tone to "one of the best rivalries in the country."

Same feel, new energy: Morgan Scalley ignites 'new era' of Utah football
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted July 9 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
Morgan Scalley is simply himself. That much was apparent in his first Big 12 media day appearance as a new head coach.

Is Russia returning to the Olympics?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted July 9 - 7:02 a.m. | Save Story
Restrictions against Russia's participation in the Olympics, including those put in place after the country's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, have now been lifted by the International Olympic Committee.

'Nothing but the utmost respect': Scalley's deep relationship with Big 12 coaches includes recruiting one to Utah
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 8 - 8:56 p.m. | Save Story
Morgan Scalley has spent his whole life at the University of Utah, from its shadow as a former football and rugby star at nearby Highland High.

Is the Big 12 short-sighted in title naming rights deal with Monster Energy?
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted July 7 - 9:25 p.m. | Save Story
As the Big 12 positions itself as a "global" conference, it signed over a major portion of its naming rights ahead of the upcoming college football season, commissioner Brett Yormark announced Tuesday.

NBA Summer League draws fans, boosts business in Salt Lake City
Annette Campbell, KSL | Updated July 7 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands of basketball fans have flocked to the Huntsman Center for the NBA Summer League, where some of the league's newest players are making their first impression on professional basketball.

With eyes on BYU to open Big 12 media days, Cougars keep same energy that has bred success
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 7 - 6:08 p.m. | Save Story
Texas Tech remains a favorite in the conference with seven preseason all-league selections. But BYU is nipping on the Red Raiders' heels as the Cougars opened Big 12 football media days Tuesday in Frisco, Texas.

Big 12 commissioner sidesteps Sorsby talk, pushes for global reach and 'Monster moments'
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted July 7 - 11:06 a.m. | Save Story
On Tuesday, as conference commissioner Brett Yormark kicked off the Big 12 football media days in Frisco, Texas, Yormark punted on any specific conversations surrounding the Brendan Sorsby gambling situation.

Utah Royals, Miller Sports hosting soccer, baseball events geared to Latino fanbase
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Updated July 7 - 6:21 a.m. | Save Story
The Utah Royals will host activities geared to the soccer team's Latino fanbase at an Aug. 2 game while Miller Sports is bringing two Mexican baseball teams to play in Utah in September.

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
Ronald Blum, Associated Press | Updated July 7 - 4:48 a.m. | Save Story
The United States' hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans' defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth. While the U.S. was boosted by the presence of star forward Folarin Balogun, whose one-game red-card suspension was controversially lifted by FIFA, American defenders were at fault in a pair of first-half goals and a gaffe by goalkeeper Matt Freese gave the Red Devils a third early in the second half. Romelu Lukaku added Belgium's final goal in stoppage time.

Darryn Peterson silences critics in summer league outing against Cam Boozer, Grizzlies
Chandler Holt, KSL | Posted July 7 - 12:41 a.m. | Save Story
Even after an electric 28-point debut in the first game of the Salt Lake City Summer League on Saturday, some people didn't let off on their critiques of Darryn Peterson.

BYU lands 6 preseason All-Big 12 honors, led by returning RB LJ Martin
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 6 - 1:09 p.m. | Save Story
Reigning Big 12 offensive player of the Year LJ Martin was named preseason offensive player of the year Monday in a vote of media that cover the league. He was one of six Cougars named to the All-Big 12 preseason team, along with Utah's Mana Carvalho.

FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun's red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
Ronald Blum And Michelle L. Price, Associated Press | Updated July 5 - 10:56 p.m. | Save Story
U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of star U.S. forward Folarin Balogun, whose red-card suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday.

Utah Royals' record 10-match unbeaten streak snapped in Chicago
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 5 - 10:54 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Royals' franchise-record 10-match unbeaten run came to a halt Sunday afternoon in a place the Royals have never won.

Women's sports are having a moment, and Utah is no exception
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 5 - 2:29 p.m. | Save Story
In 16 home games of their inaugural season in Utah, the Talons have been nothing-but-impressed by the home crowd.

Darryn Peterson lights up Salt Lake City Summer League in Utah Jazz debut
Chandler Holt, KSL | Posted July 4 - 9:32 p.m. | Save Story
The Huntsman Center was a sleeping giant on Saturday afternoon as Cam Boozer and the Memphis Grizzlies crushed the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The Utah Royals are back Sunday. Here's what you missed during the NWSL break
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted July 4 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Royals will look to build on their franchise-record 7-2-3 start to the season and a 10-match unbeaten streak beginning Sunday on the road against the 3-9 Chicago Stars (3 p.m. MT, CBS Sports Network).
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BYU's Sitake, Utah's Scalley continue calls for softer, gentler rivalry based on 'mutual respect'
- Is the Big 12 short-sighted in title naming rights deal with Monster Energy?
- With eyes on BYU to open Big 12 media days, Cougars keep same energy that has bred success
- Big 12 commissioner sidesteps Sorsby talk, pushes for global reach and 'Monster moments'
- BYU lands 6 preseason All-Big 12 honors, led by returning RB LJ Martin
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BYU's Sitake, Utah's Scalley continue calls for softer, gentler rivalry based on 'mutual respect'
- Same feel, new energy: Morgan Scalley ignites 'new era' of Utah football
- 'Nothing but the utmost respect': Scalley's deep relationship with Big 12 coaches includes recruiting one to Utah
- Is the Big 12 short-sighted in title naming rights deal with Monster Energy?
- Big 12 commissioner sidesteps Sorsby talk, pushes for global reach and 'Monster moments'
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