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After 2 years of setbacks, Utah offensive lineman Isaiah Garcia finding his way back

After 2 years of setbacks, Utah offensive lineman Isaiah Garcia finding his way back

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted April 21 - 2:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

For Isaiah Garcia, getting back on the field this spring wasn't just another checkpoint — it was something he'd been working toward, day by day, for the better part of two years.
After an inconsistent season, Utes receiver Nate Johnson emerging as a go-to asset

After an inconsistent season, Utes receiver Nate Johnson emerging as a go-to asset

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 20 - 9:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

In the four months since the season ended, Johnson is seemingly a changed person, and much of that has translated to the field during the team's spring camp.
Devon Dampier's next steps could define Utah's 2026 season

Devon Dampier's next steps could define Utah's 2026 season

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted April 16 - 11:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Devon Dampier's first season at Utah answered one question.
Utah men's college basketball transfer tracker: Utes' Keanu Dawes commits to Kansas

Utah men's college basketball transfer tracker: Utes' Keanu Dawes commits to Kansas

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Updated April 16 - 11:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

More than 1,000 men's college basketball players had entered the transfer portal less than 12 hours after window Monday night ahead of the 2026-27 season, and it isn't slowing down.
Morgan Scalley 'very pleased' with progress, work remains for Utah football

Morgan Scalley 'very pleased' with progress, work remains for Utah football

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted April 14 - 9:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

As Morgan Scalley and Utah football closes out spring ball, the tone has shifted once again — this time from evaluation to projection.
Utah's Lani White selected in 3rd round of WNBA draft to Minnesota

Utah's Lani White selected in 3rd round of WNBA draft to Minnesota

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 13 - 8:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

With the last pick of the WNBA draft, former Utah women's basketball guard Lani White was selected by the Minnesota Lynx.
Utes receiver Creed Whittemore poised for breakout season after standout spring

Utes receiver Creed Whittemore poised for breakout season after standout spring

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 13 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Creed Whittemore was largely forgotten for much of last season.
Former U. skier dies in Norway avalanche

Former U. skier dies in Norway avalanche

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted April 10 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former University of Utah skier Guro Jordheim, 29, has died after being caught in an avalanche on Monday, Norwegian authorities and the school confirmed.
Red Rocks head coach Carly Dockendorf signs 4-year extension with Utah

Red Rocks head coach Carly Dockendorf signs 4-year extension with Utah

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 9 - 3:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

Red Rocks head coach Carly Dockendorf isn't going anywhere.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball transfer portal talk + spring football highlights

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball transfer portal talk + spring football highlights

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 9 - 12:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The basketball transfer portal opened up this week, with several Utah players on both the men's and women's team placing their names in the portal.
'Let's tag team': Why backup QB Byrd Ficklin decided to return to Utah with Devon Dampier

'Let's tag team': Why backup QB Byrd Ficklin decided to return to Utah with Devon Dampier

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 9 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Morgan Scalley didn't waste any time locking in one of the most important players on his roster for his first season as head coach.
Utah football seeing progress, chasing situational precision in Week 4 of spring ball

Utah football seeing progress, chasing situational precision in Week 4 of spring ball

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted April 8 - 10:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Utah football moves into week four of spring ball, the focus has shifted from installation to refinement.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Streak ends: Where did the Red Rocks go wrong?

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Streak ends: Where did the Red Rocks go wrong?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 6 - 11:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

The longest-running streak in the NCAA has come to an end.
After 49 straight seasons, Red Rocks miss first-ever nationals in program history

After 49 straight seasons, Red Rocks miss first-ever nationals in program history

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 8:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

All streaks have to come to an end at some point. And after 49 straight nationals appearances — the longest running in the NCAA — the Red Rocks had their streak come to an end Sunday night.
Red Rocks take top score in regional semifinal, advance to final for chance at nationals

Red Rocks take top score in regional semifinal, advance to final for chance at nationals

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 3 - 4:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The job isn't finished yet, but it got a little closer for the Red Rocks Friday afternoon.
Utah football 'ahead of schedule' replacing 5 starters with rebuilt offensive line

Utah football 'ahead of schedule' replacing 5 starters with rebuilt offensive line

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 2 - 9:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

Offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven admitted he was "skeptical" of what was in front of him in the offensive line room when he first signed on to oversee the Utah offense.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Is Utah football right to cancel its spring game + spring camp highlights

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Is Utah football right to cancel its spring game + spring camp highlights

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 1 - 12:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah athletics chose to cancel its spring game this season, instead opting for a Fan Day at the conclusion of spring camp.
Why players, coaches have full belief in Morgan Scalley as head coach

Why players, coaches have full belief in Morgan Scalley as head coach

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 30 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Alone in the locker room of the Rose Bowl Stadium following Utah's narrow loss to Ohio State on Jan. 1, 2022, wide receiver coach Chad Bumphis and then-defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley had a final chat.
What will Utah's offense look like this upcoming season under Morgan Scalley?

What will Utah's offense look like this upcoming season under Morgan Scalley?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 27 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven may have a tendency to use the pass to set up his offense, but don't confuse that with an offense that will be pass heavy under new head coach Morgan Scalley.