Utah football: Polynesian connection continues to thrive for Utes

By Dirk Facer, Deseret News

Published: Saturday, June 16 2012 9:12 p.m. MDT

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Utah's football roster is a melting pot of sorts. There's an almost equal blend of Polynesians, African-Americans and Caucasians on scholarship. The diversity is a source of pride for the program.

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Who am I sir?

Cottonwood Heights, UT

Every recruit should read this article and understand what it could mean for them. Do you want to play in the NFL? Do you think you are good enough? If so, since you started the second grand there is only one school better than the University of More..

9:12 a.m. June 17, 2012
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KamUte

South Jordan, UT

All coaches start somewhere MTN goat. Do you know anything about football?

Lavell Edwards started at Utah State.

The beloved Bronco started in Oregon State.

Kyle played at BYU but learned a lot more about coaching More..

11:10 a.m. June 17, 2012
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Uteology

East Salt Lake City, Utah

If your Polynesian and are serious about the NFL then USC and Utah are the places to play.

@Mountanman

The father of the current Ute football program is McBride. KW gained his coaching experience over 10 years under McBride.
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3:43 p.m. June 17, 2012
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