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How Red Rocks gymnast Zoe Johnson decided on a 'scary doll vibe' on floor routine

How Red Rocks gymnast Zoe Johnson decided on a 'scary doll vibe' on floor routine

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 12 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

You won't catch Red Rocks gymnast Zoe Johnson watching scary movies by herself in the dark. So why is her floor routine this season a bit dark and a "scary doll vibe"?
Utah coach Morgan Scalley gifts $2 million to Utes football program

Utah coach Morgan Scalley gifts $2 million to Utes football program

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 12 - 10:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah football coach Morgan Scalley is putting his money where his mouth is.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball season ends amid uncertainty + football defensive position breakdowns

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball season ends amid uncertainty + football defensive position breakdowns

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 11 - 12:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

The basketball season has mostly come to an end, with the women's team still looking for a postseason opportunity.
For 2nd straight year, Runnin' Utes eliminated early from Big 12 Tournament

For 2nd straight year, Runnin' Utes eliminated early from Big 12 Tournament

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Updated March 10 - 4:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Terrence Brown poured in a game-high 22 points and six assists to lead Utah, which also gave up a 7-point lead midway through the first half a year ago in an 87-72 loss to UCF.
Red Rocks seniors put on a show in final home meet win over BYU, West Virginia

Red Rocks seniors put on a show in final home meet win over BYU, West Virginia

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 7 - 7:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

For the last time in the Huntsman Center, it was a top moment as Makenna Smith narrowly missed out on a perfect score and earned a 9.975 to help the Red Rocks to a 197.650 score.
BYU women use 20-2 run in 3rd quarter to bounce rival Utah from Big 12 Tournament

BYU women use 20-2 run in 3rd quarter to bounce rival Utah from Big 12 Tournament

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 5 - 3:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

They say it's difficult to beat the same team three times in a season. Don't tell that to the BYU women.
Why Thursday's Big 12 game between BYU, Utah could be NCAA Tournament eliminator

Why Thursday's Big 12 game between BYU, Utah could be NCAA Tournament eliminator

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 4 - 7:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars and Utes will face off in an 8-9 game of the Big 12 tournament Thursday. For at least one of them, their NCAA Tournament hopes could be at stake.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah players shine at NFL Combine + defensive position breakdowns

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah players shine at NFL Combine + defensive position breakdowns

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 3 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

The NFL Combine concluded this weekend, with both Utah offensive tackles having a standout performance.
Red Rocks claim regular-season Big 12 title in road win over Denver

Red Rocks claim regular-season Big 12 title in road win over Denver

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 1 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a road meet against conference opponent Denver, the Red Rocks came away with a regular-season Big 12 title following a win over the Pioneers with a 197.200 team score.
Lani White goes for 19 points as Utah women overwhelm Arizona on senior night

Lani White goes for 19 points as Utah women overwhelm Arizona on senior night

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Updated Feb. 28 - 8:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah women left nothing to chance Saturday night, especially with a potential first-round bye in next week's Big 12 Tournament on the line.
With NCAA Tournament chances on the bubble, Utah's path begins at home against Arizona

With NCAA Tournament chances on the bubble, Utah's path begins at home against Arizona

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 11:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah women's basketball is squarely on the bubble.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah's need for PE money, NFL Combine + offensive position breakdowns

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah's need for PE money, NFL Combine + offensive position breakdowns

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 25 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NFL kicked off its combine this week, and five former Utes players will take part in the testing and drills.
Utah women erase halftime deficit to beat Colorado on the road in penultimate game

Utah women erase halftime deficit to beat Colorado on the road in penultimate game

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 25 - 12:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Facing a 5-point halftime deficit on the road to Colorado, and foul trouble to three of its starters in the first half, the Utah women used a strong third quarter to turn the tide of the game.
Suffocating defense, turnovers doom Runnin' Utes in loss to No. 4 Iowa State

Suffocating defense, turnovers doom Runnin' Utes in loss to No. 4 Iowa State

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 24 - 11:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iowa State flexed its muscle, and in a blink of an eye put distance on Utah on their home court.
Big 12 football 2026 preview: BYU, Texas Tech, Houston and Arizona top our post-transfer portal projections

Big 12 football 2026 preview: BYU, Texas Tech, Houston and Arizona top our post-transfer portal projections

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

The conference of chaos was unusually predictable last fall as Texas Tech, the preseason favorite, steamed to the Big 12 championship with a slew of dominating performances.
UCF hits 2 game-winning free throws to narrowly defeat Runnin' Utes

UCF hits 2 game-winning free throws to narrowly defeat Runnin' Utes

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 21 - 11:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Facing a 3-point deficit with 13.1 seconds left to play, Utah's Don McHenry raised up and attempted a corner 3-pointer Saturday night.
BYU's Delaney Gibb goes for career high in double-digit win over rival Utah

BYU's Delaney Gibb goes for career high in double-digit win over rival Utah

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 21 - 5:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The sophomore guard exploded on offense in the fourth quarter for 18 points behind four of her five made 3-pointers on the night in the final frame.
Avery Neff perfect on vault as Red Rocks earn 2nd highest score in win over SUU

Avery Neff perfect on vault as Red Rocks earn 2nd highest score in win over SUU

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 20 - 11:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

For the third time this season, sophomore gymnast Avery Neff was perfect on an event.
Living the dream: Freshman Sage Curtis finding her place early with Red Rocks

Living the dream: Freshman Sage Curtis finding her place early with Red Rocks

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 19 - 10:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Red Rocks freshman Sage Curtis walked onto the mat to compete her floor routine in the anchor spot Friday night, there was a palpable anxious energy that lingered throughout the Huntsman Center.