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Gianna Kneepkens' career game helps Utah women hold off BYU for 3rd straight rivalry win

Gianna Kneepkens' career game helps Utah women hold off BYU for 3rd straight rivalry win

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 6:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kneepkens poured in a career-high 32 points including six 3-pointers as Utah women's basketball held off BYU 81-76 Saturday afternoon.
In lower-scoring affair, Red Rocks get road win over BYU in first-ever conference meet

In lower-scoring affair, Red Rocks get road win over BYU in first-ever conference meet

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 10:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

The week was a bookend of scores for the Red Rocks.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Is Devon Dampier a Heisman contender?

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Is Devon Dampier a Heisman contender?

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 10:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

The college football season officially wrapped up this week, and immediately after, the 2025 season Heisman odds were released.
The 2025 Heisman race: Our look at the dark horse candidates, including Utah's Dampier

The 2025 Heisman race: Our look at the dark horse candidates, including Utah's Dampier

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Jan. 23 - 1:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

FanDuel waited all of three days from the end of the 2024 season to release updated odds for the 2025 Heisman Trophy race. Naturally, quarterbacks from the SEC dominate the list of front-runners.
Kneepkens scores career-high 30 points as Utah women rout Kansas 79-61

Kneepkens scores career-high 30 points as Utah women rout Kansas 79-61

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 22 - 11:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nobody could stop Gianna Kneepkens Wednesday night. And it led her to being on the cusp of history.
No. 7 Houston smothers Runnin' Utes at home in 70-36 rout

No. 7 Houston smothers Runnin' Utes at home in 70-36 rout

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 6:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The snow never bothered them anyway.
Hot seats 2025: Arizona's Brennan under heavy pressure to course correct after awful 1st season

Hot seats 2025: Arizona's Brennan under heavy pressure to course correct after awful 1st season

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 2:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The coldest statements in college football often reveal the hottest seats.
Red Rocks score season-high 197.950, crowned 'Best of Utah' for another year

Red Rocks score season-high 197.950, crowned 'Best of Utah' for another year

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 20 - 10:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Just three days after a win over Iowa State in the Huntsman Center, Utah answered with its best performance of the season in the annual Best of Utah quad meet at the Maverik Center.
'It was time to really elevate': Amid up-and-down season, Ezra Ausar rose to new heights

'It was time to really elevate': Amid up-and-down season, Ezra Ausar rose to new heights

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 20 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two weeks earlier, Ezra Ausar was in Atlanta. Basketball was the last thing on the East Carolina transfer's mind at the time.
Watercooler Talk: Utah bests BYU in first Big 12 basketball battle

Watercooler Talk: Utah bests BYU in first Big 12 basketball battle

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Jan. 19 - 10:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Round one of this year's inaugural Big 12 basketball battle between BYU and Utah went the way of the Runnin' Utes.
Ezra Ausar goes for 26 as Runnin' Utes hold off Cougars in overtime battle

Ezra Ausar goes for 26 as Runnin' Utes hold off Cougars in overtime battle

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 19 - 12:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

Stepping onto the Huntsman Center floor Saturday night was equivalent to stepping into the ring of a WWE title bout. Or so it felt.
'Win and lose on the margins': BYU's late-game struggles continue in OT loss to Utah

'Win and lose on the margins': BYU's late-game struggles continue in OT loss to Utah

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 18 - 11:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fousseyni Traore and Richie Saunders each scored 16 points, and Saunders added seven rebounds, four assists and a steal for BYU, which has lost four of its last five games.
'Mixture of emotions': Avery Neff suffers injury as Red Rocks claim easy home victory

'Mixture of emotions': Avery Neff suffers injury as Red Rocks claim easy home victory

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 10:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

In the end, the final score didn't matter.
Hailey Van Lith, Sedona Prince lead the way as No. 10 TCU holds off No. 23 Utah 81-73

Hailey Van Lith, Sedona Prince lead the way as No. 10 TCU holds off No. 23 Utah 81-73

Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 7:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hailey Van Lith scored 24 points, Sedona Prince added 23 and No. 10 TCU beat 23rd-ranked Utah 81-73 for the Horned Frogs' 10th consecutive victory.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah football's plan comes into view

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah football's plan comes into view

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 2:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah football held a press conference with Kyle Whittingham, Morgan Scalley and Jason Beck earlier this week.
Keanu Dawes dominates in post as Runnin' Utes beat TCU on road in 73-65 win

Keanu Dawes dominates in post as Runnin' Utes beat TCU on road in 73-65 win

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 8:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

After doing his part to bend the rim in a win against Oklahoma State on Saturday, Dawes followed up his performance with another monster performance in the post on the road against TCU.
Patrick Kinahan: NIL cost Utah two probable starters, Whittingham contends

Patrick Kinahan: NIL cost Utah two probable starters, Whittingham contends

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

In his usual, direct style, Kyle Whittingham didn't mince words when asked about Utah football losing two projected starters off next season's defense.
'Fired up for this offense': Utah football coaches embrace offensive makeover

'Fired up for this offense': Utah football coaches embrace offensive makeover

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 7:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's been an offseason of change for Utah football, and it's only been a month.
Utah women fall short in gritty battle on road against Baylor

Utah women fall short in gritty battle on road against Baylor

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 11:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

The No. 23 Utah Utes women's basketball team faced a tough road test Tuesday evening, falling to the Baylor Bears 70-61 at the Ferrell Center.
Ezra Ausar leads with 21 points as Runnin' Utes earn 1st Big 12 win over Cowboys

Ezra Ausar leads with 21 points as Runnin' Utes earn 1st Big 12 win over Cowboys

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 11 - 8:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

Something changed for the Runnin' Utes.
Avery Neff answers the call as Red Rocks stumble in quad meet that Oklahoma wins

Avery Neff answers the call as Red Rocks stumble in quad meet that Oklahoma wins

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 11 - 5:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

Freshman Avery Neff delivered on the national stage.
Utah women start slow, but pull away for 69-42 win over Houston

Utah women start slow, but pull away for 69-42 win over Houston

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 11 - 4:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The home team got the job done and finally got into a rhythm at the end of the third quarter that carried over in the fourth to pull away for a 69-42 win over the visiting Cougars.
Ahead of national quad meet, Red Rocks looking to validate high expectations

Ahead of national quad meet, Red Rocks looking to validate high expectations

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

The Red Rocks are tired of a third-place finish at nationals.
No. 12 Kansas State routs No. 22 Utah women in poor shooting night

No. 12 Kansas State routs No. 22 Utah women in poor shooting night

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 10:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

In what seemed like a blink of an eye to start the game, No. 12 Kansas State had a 14-point lead.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Could Dorian Singer return as NCAA looks for 5th year?

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Could Dorian Singer return as NCAA looks for 5th year?

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 12:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NCAA is looking at a potential change to its eligibility rule that would allow athletes to have five full seasons, while eliminating the redshirt season.
As No. 22 Utah looks to replace McQueen after injury, focus turns to No. 12 Kansas State

As No. 22 Utah looks to replace McQueen after injury, focus turns to No. 12 Kansas State

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 10:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

In an instant, an expected victory suddenly became secondary to veteran guard Kennady McQueen writhing in pain on the court after being intentionally fouled.
Gabe Madsen finds his shot, but Runnin' Utes fall 82-59 to No. 3 Iowa State

Gabe Madsen finds his shot, but Runnin' Utes fall 82-59 to No. 3 Iowa State

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 7 - 8:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

For a moment midway through the first half, Utah controlled a 5-point lead over No. 3 Iowa State on the road.
Patrick Kinahan: Losing tops New Year's resolution for Jazz

Patrick Kinahan: Losing tops New Year's resolution for Jazz

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 7 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Concluding a road trip with a two-game winning streak infuses a heavy dose of confidence into the Utah Jazz, a team that has struggled to achieve consistent success this season.
Utah women's basketball cracks AP Top 25 ahead of ranked matchup against K-State

Utah women's basketball cracks AP Top 25 ahead of ranked matchup against K-State

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 6 - 12:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

After spending the entire 2023-24 season ranked inside the Associated Press Top 25 and holding a high NET rating, Utah had some work to do for the 2024-25 season.
Maye Toure goes for 24 points as Utah pulls away in 75-67 win over Iowa State

Maye Toure goes for 24 points as Utah pulls away in 75-67 win over Iowa State

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 5 - 6:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Maye Toure was out to prove something.
Runnin' Utes start Big 12 play 0-2, fall 93-65 to Texas Tech at home

Runnin' Utes start Big 12 play 0-2, fall 93-65 to Texas Tech at home

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 4 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

An 8-0 run by Texas Tech late in the first half proved to be the difference Saturday night.
'It's so special to see': Sarah Krump's first-ever score highlights Red Rocks' win over Aggies

'It's so special to see': Sarah Krump's first-ever score highlights Red Rocks' win over Aggies

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 3 - 11:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sarah Krump's patience and continual practice — and three previous exhibitions over the last two seasons — paid off in the first meet of the 2025 season.
Mailbag: CFP revenue breakdown and future format changes, Big Ten 2025 schedules

Mailbag: CFP revenue breakdown and future format changes, Big Ten 2025 schedules

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Jan. 3 - 3:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

The playoff is likely to undergo several tweaks, just not in time for next season.
Tracking Utah football's roster changes as 2025 lineup takes shape

Tracking Utah football's roster changes as 2025 lineup takes shape

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 3 - 2:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

After missing a bowl game for the first time since 2013, change was inevitable for Utah football.
Utah women's basketball secures win at Arizona in dominant fashion

Utah women's basketball secures win at Arizona in dominant fashion

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 31 - 4:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah women's basketball team showcased its dominance on Tuesday afternoon, defeating Arizona 69-48 at McKale Memorial Center.
V.J. Edgecombe scores 19 points as No. 25 Baylor opens Big 12 play with 81-56 win over Utah

V.J. Edgecombe scores 19 points as No. 25 Baylor opens Big 12 play with 81-56 win over Utah

The Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 31 - 2:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

V.J. Edgecombe scored 19 points, three other Baylor players had 15 and the 25th-ranked Bears led throughout in an 81-56 win over Utah in the Big 12 opener for both teams.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Tampering in the transfer portal? Reactions to a wild shopping season

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Tampering in the transfer portal? Reactions to a wild shopping season

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 30 - 2:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

With transfer portal window officially closed, Utes roster settles after offensive reset

With transfer portal window officially closed, Utes roster settles after offensive reset

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

Fans of college football can breathe a sigh of relief now that the 20-day transfer portal period came to a close Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
Watercooler Talk: Who is the 'big winner' of 2024?

Watercooler Talk: Who is the 'big winner' of 2024?

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 10:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The year is coming to a close, allowing us to reflect on who 2024's "big winner" could be.
Some of CBS Sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel's most historic calls on the air

Some of CBS Sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel's most historic calls on the air

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 28 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

CBS Sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel passed away after his battle with cancer, we look back at his most historic calls
Utah women's basketball dominates Arizona State 102-82 in Big 12 opener

Utah women's basketball dominates Arizona State 102-82 in Big 12 opener

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 21 - 9:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utes began their Big 12 campaign with authority, dismantling the Arizona State 102-82 Saturday afternoon at the Huntsman Center.
Runnin' Utes give up 2nd half lead as Iowa pulls away for 95-88 win

Runnin' Utes give up 2nd half lead as Iowa pulls away for 95-88 win

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 21 - 7:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iowa's defense was smothering, and Utah did little to help itself on offense by starting the game shooting just 12.5% from the floor.
Mason Madsen, Mike Sharavjamts combine for 30 as Runnin' Utes rout Florida A&M

Mason Madsen, Mike Sharavjamts combine for 30 as Runnin' Utes rout Florida A&M

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 17 - 11:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mike Sharavjamts adapted easily to his new role of coming off the bench for the Runnin' Utes.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah completes offensive staff; busy in the portal

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah completes offensive staff; busy in the portal

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 16 - 11:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

The 2024 season has been over for a few weeks now, but the program has been hard at work already in the offseason to prepare for the next year.
Kneepkens, Toure take over in 4th to erase 10-point deficit in win over Washington

Kneepkens, Toure take over in 4th to erase 10-point deficit in win over Washington

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 9:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Facing a 10-point deficit going into the fourth quarter, Gianna Kneepkens and Maye Toure changed everything.
Erickson leads with 18 points as Runnin' Utes beat Radford 81-63

Erickson leads with 18 points as Runnin' Utes beat Radford 81-63

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 14 - 8:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a game that lacked any sustained rhythm, Utah men's basketball pulled away in the second half to beat Radford 81-63 Saturday night.
'Pretty magical night': Red Rocks showcase talent, depth ahead of 2025 season

'Pretty magical night': Red Rocks showcase talent, depth ahead of 2025 season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 9:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

It didn't take long for freshman Avery Neff to make a splash with the Red Rocks.
Utah football hires Mark Atuaia as RB coach, Micah Simon as WR coach

Utah football hires Mark Atuaia as RB coach, Micah Simon as WR coach

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah football's reset of its offense continues.
Heisman finalist Travis Hunter is AP Big 12 defensive player of year, 1st-team pick at receiver

Heisman finalist Travis Hunter is AP Big 12 defensive player of year, 1st-team pick at receiver

Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 10:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Heisman Trophy finalist and two-way Colorado star Travis Hunter is The Associated Press Big 12 defensive player of the year while also being a first-team selection at wide receiver in a vote of media that cover the league.
What Utah's getting with New Mexico quarterback Devon Dampier's move to Utes

What Utah's getting with New Mexico quarterback Devon Dampier's move to Utes

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 4:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a matter of a few hours, Utah football's quarterback room had been completely gutted.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah hits the reset button as transfer portal opens

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah hits the reset button as transfer portal opens

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 11:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

The transfer portal has officially opened, and Utah will take full advantage of it after hitting a reset on offense.
Utah football using full reset to correct offensive woes of 2024 season

Utah football using full reset to correct offensive woes of 2024 season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

There were only 19 FBS schools that had a worse total offense than Utah football for the 2024 season. That's not a compliment.
Utah women stave off 4th quarter comeback to earn 79-76 win over Princeton

Utah women stave off 4th quarter comeback to earn 79-76 win over Princeton

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 4:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Maty Wilke proved to be the difference maker Sunday. But Gianna Kneepkens came up with the winning play.
'I'm back': Kyle Whittingham staying put, announces return as head coach for 21st season

'I'm back': Kyle Whittingham staying put, announces return as head coach for 21st season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 3:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Days after the 2024 season officially came to a close, Whittingham formally announced his return for another season at Utah.
'No show': Saint Mary's holds on after Runnin' Utes' 2nd-half comeback falls short

'No show': Saint Mary's holds on after Runnin' Utes' 2nd-half comeback falls short

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 7 - 9:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

If there was something that could go wrong, Utah found a way to do it in the first half of basketball.
Utah volleyball battles to the wire, falls in 2nd round loss to Marquette in 5 sets

Utah volleyball battles to the wire, falls in 2nd round loss to Marquette in 5 sets

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 6 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

In front of a roaring Huntsman Center crowd, the 17th-ranked Utah Volleyball team saw its season come to a bittersweet end on Friday night.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Amid ongoing change, Utes hire Jason Beck as new OC

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Amid ongoing change, Utes hire Jason Beck as new OC

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 6 - 11:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

The offseason is here for Utah football, which means a whirlwind of change in the coming months.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for 'Championship Weekend' of college football

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for 'Championship Weekend' of college football

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Dec. 6 - 11:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.
Utah volleyball opens up NCAA Tournament play with 3-0 sweep of College of Charleston

Utah volleyball opens up NCAA Tournament play with 3-0 sweep of College of Charleston

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 10:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Riding a seven-match win streak coming into Thursday night's first round of the NCAA Tournament, Utah volleyball had little trouble extending the run to eight.