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KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em Week 15 preview
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 12:44 p.m. | Save Story
Championship weekend has arrived for KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em and this week's preview has every power four conference championship game as well as the AAC Championship.
BYU adds Lone Peak 4-star receivers Jaron, Kennan Pula to historic 2026 recruiting class
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 12:31 p.m. | Save Story
Lone Peak wide receivers Jaron and Kennan Pula announced their commitment to BYU in an on-campus ceremony Friday, flipping the one-time UCLA commitments from Utah.
Pick Six Previews: In rematch, not much different for BYU against a better Texas Tech
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Dec. 5 - 9:07 a.m. | Save Story
I saw this matchup live on the sidelines in Lubbock, and it is difficult to see it going differently here in the rematch.
NCAA volleyball: BYU, Utah fall in 5-set tournament openers
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 10:41 p.m. | Save Story
The BYU women's volleyball's stay in a 14th consecutive NCAA Tournament was cut short for a second straight year Thursday evening.
Markkanen, George lead Jazz in rally past Brooklyn for come-from-behind win
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 10:36 p.m. | Save Story
Lauri Markkanen scores 30 with Keyonte George adding 29 as the Jazz score 42 points in the fourth to stun the Nets.
Aggies women's volleyball outlast Volunteers, win in NCAA tourney for 1st time since 2001
Jason Turner, Herald Journal | Posted Dec. 4 - 9:29 p.m. | Save Story
The drought is over. It's been an unforgettable season for Utah State's volleyball program and it will continue for at least another day.
Freshmen learning on the fly for 8-1 BYU women's basketball
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 6:19 p.m. | Save Story
Hamlin had 14 points and two rebounds Wednesday, including the game-winning jumper as time expired to help BYU women's basketball hold on for a 56-54 win over Washington State and improve to 8-1.
Holy Score: Sitake's new deal, BYU's double down and the not-so-slow death of parity in the Big 12
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Dec. 4 - 2:49 p.m. | Save Story
The news was buried within the news that was buried within the news, like Russian nesting dolls hand-crafted in Provo and shipped directly to all corners of the Big 12 with a warning label attached.
Utah football mailbag: What if Whittingham stays, Lane Kiffin vs. reporter, proper retirement news dumping, and more
Josh Newman for KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 1:29 p.m. | Save Story
The deadline for Whittingham to decide if he will coach in 2026 is Friday
BYU's Kalani Sitake as coach of the year highlights All-Big 12 honors
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 11:44 a.m. | Save Story
The 10th-year head coach of his alma mater was named Big 12 Coach of the Year, the conference announced Thursday morning. Running back LJ Martin was also named Big 12 offensive player of the year, and true freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier took league offensive freshman of the year honors.
Day after signing 1st 5-star recruit, Utah football flips state's No. 1 player
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 10:17 a.m. | Save Story
A day after signing the first-ever five-star recruit in program history, Utah football added to its 2026 recruiting class Thursday after the No. 1-rated player in the state of Utah.
Peterka has 2 goals and 2 assists, Vejmelka gets first shutout of season as Mammoth beat Ducks
Associated Press | Posted Dec. 4 - 12:25 a.m. | Save Story
JJ Peterka had two goals and two asssists, Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots for his first shutout of the season.
Utah Valley men's basketball falls short despite multiple comeback attempts
Nathan Dunn for KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 12:21 a.m. | Save Story
Utah Valley basketball fell to San Diego State 77-66 despite having multiple comeback attempts fall short.
Our (final) Pac-12 bowl projections: Oregon to host CFP game, USC to the Alamo
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Dec. 3 - 11:09 p.m. | Save Story
The most anticipated weekend of the college football season is fast approaching, with Championship Saturday followed by Selection Sunday.
'He was phenomenal:' Career night for Keita lifts No. 9 BYU to 7-1 start over California Baptist
Sean Walker, KSL | Updated Dec. 3 - 9:56 p.m. | Save Story
Dybantsa poured in 22 points, five rebounds and five assists, and Keba Keita added a career-high at BYU with 22 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks.
Mendenhall highlights 2026 recruiting class of 17 signees for Aggies
Jason Turner, Herald Journal | Posted Dec. 3 - 9:53 p.m. | Save Story
Attracting high school talent at the local and regional levels is a pillar to Bronco Mendenhall's recruiting approach as a college football coach.
Lyons, strong homegrown contingent highlight BYU's historic 2026 signing class
Sean Walker, KSL | Updated Dec. 3 - 5:28 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars inked 18 players to national letters of intent on the first day of the early signing period, though that number did not include elite quarterback recruit Ryder Lyons.
Utah signs first-ever 5-star recruit as team adds 15 as part of 2026 recruiting class
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 3 - 1:47 p.m. | Save Story
A little more than five months later, Kelvin Obot put pen to paper and moved his commitment to an official signing with Utah, becoming the first-ever five star recruit signed by Utah.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: The future of Whittingham and Utah football + Signing Day updates
KSL Sports | Posted Dec. 3 - 1:21 p.m. | Save Story
As Utah prepares for an eventual bowl game at the end of the month, the future of the program hangs in the balance.
Patrick Kinahan: Penn State's interest in Sitake should serve as wake-up call for BYU
Patrick Kinahan for KSL | Posted Dec. 3 - 9:34 a.m. | Save Story
For listeners with a discerning ear, BYU coach Kalani Sitake provided keen insight into the ramifications of his dalliance with Penn State.
In Sitake, BYU believes it has a coach who can compete for championships — and much more
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 2 - 10:56 p.m. | Save Story
Sitake reportedly turned down an offer of $11 million to be the next coach at Penn State, an offer sources confirmed to KSL.com that BYU did not match. But the extension finalized Tuesday wasn't about salaries.
Cal guards combine for 48 points to pull away late from Runnin' Utes
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 2 - 10:14 p.m. | Save Story
Guards Dai Dai Ames and Justin Pippen, the son of Chicago Bulls great Scottie Pippen, were simply too much to handle Tuesday night.
Kalani Sitake to stay with BYU on new deal after drawing Penn State interest
Sean Walker, KSL | Updated Dec. 2 - 5:23 p.m. | Save Story
Call him the Wolf of Kalshi: Sitake is not leaving.
BYU stays put, Utah drops again in penultimate College Football Playoff rankings
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 2 - 5:17 p.m. | Save Story
The biggest news surrounding BYU this week had nothing to do with what takes place on the field, or its upcoming rematch with Texas Tech on Saturday in the Big 12 title game.
Are Texas Tech and BYU both playoff teams, regardless of Saturday? Big 12 makes case
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 2 - 1:47 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars, who stayed at No. 11 in this week's AP Top 25, are the lowest-ranked one-loss team by the selection committee and also trail 10-2 Oklahoma and 10-2 Alabama.
Jazz, Mammoth to join forces in 'paying it forward.' Here's how Utahns can participate, too
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 2 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
"Pay it Forward Day" is recognized globally in late April, but the owners of the Utah Jazz and Mammoth are hoping to make it more of a Christmas season tradition.
Big nights for Toffoli, Smith and Celebrini send Sharks to 6-3 win over Mammoth
Associated Press | Posted Dec. 1 - 11:22 p.m. | Save Story
Tyler Toffoli had two goals and two assists as the San Jose Sharks defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-3.
Markkanen scores 29, George adds 28 in bounce-back game as Jazz outlast Rockets
Matthew Coles, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 1 - 11:14 p.m. | Save Story
Lauri Markkanen scored 29 points and Keyonte George added 28 as the Utah Jazz outlasted the Houston Rockets 133-125.
Southern Utah basketball defeats West Coast Baptist in final home nonconference game
Keira Orton, KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 10:59 p.m. | Save Story
Southern Utah men's basketball opened up its Monday night game with the first basket and never looked back.
A broken calendar and a critical choice: The future of BYU and Kalani Sitake hangs in balance
Ben Criddle for KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 9:23 p.m. | Save Story
In a week when BYU football should be focused on one of the biggest games in program history, the conversation in Provo has shifted somewhere entirely different.
Key BYU men's basketball guard out with major knee injury
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 2:51 p.m. | Save Story
Dawson Baker, the sixth-year senior guard, announced Monday that MRI results showed a complete tear of the ACL, torn lateral meniscus, additional PCL and MCL damage.
Patrick Kinahan: Sitake might be playing musical chairs with BYU, Penn State
Patrick Kinahan for KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 2:23 p.m. | Save Story
Known for his love of dancing, Kalani Sitake stayed in character when asked about his connection to the vacant Penn State head coaching position.
No. 11 BYU trying to focus on Big 12 title game as Sitake talks with Penn State reportedly 'heat up'
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 1:51 p.m. | Save Story
Football Scoop reported Monday that talks between Sitake and Penn State continued to "heat up" since the Nittany Lions fired James Franklin a month ago.
Locals in the NFL: Puka Nacua tops 1,000 yards with catch of the year candidate
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 30 - 11:01 p.m. | Save Story
Puka Nacua has been making unreal catches look routine since he was a sophomore in high school, but the third-year Rams wide out may have even topped himself Sunday afternoon.
4 Utah women's volleyball teams are in the NCAA Tournament
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 30 - 5:35 p.m. | Save Story
Four of the 64 teams that heard their names called into the 2025 NCAA women's volleyball tournament bracket Sunday were from the state of Utah.
Houston Rockets dominate Utah Jazz for fifth straight road victory
John Coon, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 30 - 3:44 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Durant scored 25 points in his return from a two-game absence, leading the Houston Rockets to a 129-101 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday.
LJ Martin wants to lead No. 11 BYU to the CFP. Then he has a decision to make
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 30 - 1:35 p.m. | Save Story
Martin ran for 95 yards and a career-best three touchdowns on 22 carries in the Cougars' regular-season finale, finishing 5 yards shy of what would've been the seventh 100-yard rushing game.
BYU stays put for another week in latest AP Top 25 as Utah drops again
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Nov. 30 - 12:18 p.m. | Save Story
BYU punched its ticket to the Big 12 championship game over the weekend and kept a shot at a College Football Playoff appearance alive.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Ohio State win highlights entertaining rivalry weekend
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Nov. 30 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
As far as rivalry weekend went, it lived up to the hype.
Holloway scores, Hofer makes 17 saves in the Blues' 1-0 win over the Mammoth
Warren Mayes, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 29 - 8:50 p.m. | Save Story
Dylan Holloway scored, Joel Hofer stopped 17 shots for his second shutout of the season and the St. Louis Blues beat the Utah Mammoth 1-0 on Saturday night in the second half of back-to-back games for both teams.
Arlington-bound: No. 11 BYU overcomes slow start to down UCF in regular-season finale
Sean Walker, KSL | Updated Nov. 29 - 4:46 p.m. | Save Story
By the end of early afternoon, BYU — and its star tailback LJ Martin — were sprinting past UCF in the regular-season finale.
More bad decisions, execution cost Utah State victory once again
Mark Greenwood for KSL | Posted Nov. 29 - 1:51 p.m. | Save Story
For the second time in three games, Utah State's poor coaching decisions and critical moment execution cost them a win
It's official: No. 11 BYU will play No. 5 Texas Tech for Big 12 title — after home finale with UCF
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 28 - 10:44 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars didn't have to wait until after Saturday's 11 a.m. kickoff in Provo to clinch their first Big 12 championship game berth: Arizona did that for them Friday night.
Kyle Whittingham on the clock after Utah misses out on Big 12 title game
Josh Newman for KSL | Posted Nov. 28 - 10:36 p.m. | Save Story
By virtue of Arizona's 23-7 win over Arizona State Friday night, the University of Utah has been eliminated from contention for the Big 12 championship game.
BYU's 'Big 3' score 70 as No. 9 Cougars top Dayton for 6-1 start
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 28 - 10:20 p.m. | Save Story
Richie Saunders poured in 29 points, Robert Wright III added 23 points, and AJ Dybantsa supplied 18 points as No. 9 BYU held off Dayton 83-79 in Florida.
The streak continues: Boise State rallies past Utah State in a nail-biter
Jason Turner, Herald Journal | Posted Nov. 28 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
Terminating a nine-game losing streak to the Broncos was well within the Aggies' grasp, as was an undefeated record at Maverik Stadium.
Pick Six Previews: With everything on the line, BYU to flex its strength against UCF
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Nov. 28 - 6:36 p.m. | Save Story
Everything is on the line for BYU: a Big 12 title spot, a boost to their playoff resume, and the first 11-win regular season since 2001.
Kansas' Jalon Daniels throws 3 picks as No. 13 Utah pulls away for 10-win season
Josh Furlong, KSL | Updated Nov. 28 - 3:13 p.m. | Save Story
Kansas had all the momentum.
Representation matters as BYU freshman Benally excels in Cougars' 7-0 start
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 28 - 9:48 a.m. | Save Story
"She's as big in the Native American basketball world as pretty much anybody," BYU head coach Lee Cummard said of freshman point guard Sydney Benally, who has the Cougars off to a 7-0 start for just the fourth time in program history.
Pick Six Previews: Ohio State to solve its Michigan problem in latest rivalry meeting
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Nov. 28 - 8:54 a.m. | Save Story
Ryan Day will solve his Michigan problem. Ohio State is the clear No. 1 team in Game Grader, No. 1 in the "last four games only" stat, and they have no discernible weaknesses.
Utah State bolsters NCAA Tournament resume with blowout MTE wins
Mark Greenwood for KSL | Posted Nov. 27 - 8:16 p.m. | Save Story
Two dominating wins have Utah State right in the mix for another NCAA tournament at-large bid
Kennard Davis goes for 18 in return from suspension as No. 9 BYU upends Miami
Sean Walker, KSL | Updated Nov. 27 - 5:53 p.m. | Save Story
AJ Dybantsa added 16 points, eight rebounds and two assists as the Cougars outscored Miami 43-29 in the second half en route to a 72-62 win over the Hurricanes.
Brown hits go-ahead free throws as Runnin' Utes bounce back with narrow win over Ole Miss
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Nov. 27 - 12:40 a.m. | Save Story
Alex Jensen has at least one thing to be thankful for this year.
Kalani Sitake won't campaign for BYU's playoff bid. The problem? Nobody else will, either
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 26 - 7:40 p.m. | Save Story
The one-loss Cougars are seemingly stunted at No. 11 by the CFP selection committee, behind two-loss Notre Dame and a pair of SEC teams.
Suli Davis' 26 kills lift No. 24 BYU women's volleyball to 5-set win over Utah
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Nov. 26 - 7:38 p.m. | Save Story
Davis poured in 26 kills, nine digs and two assists as No. 24 BYU women's volleyball held off rival Utah, 25-23, 16-25, 25-23, 15-25, 15-10 Wednesday night.
Pick Six Previews: Utah with the decisive advantage in road test against Kansas
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Nov. 26 - 12:48 p.m. | Save Story
Over the last four games, Utah is lighting up the scoreboard with an average 51 points per game and an insane 340 rushing yards per game.
Holy Score: The CFP selection committee's treatment of BYU isn't as bad as it looks
Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group | Posted Nov. 26 - 11:58 a.m. | Save Story
If it's November, BYU must be getting hosed.
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