Utah Utes
Utes football recruiting: Polynesian players prosper at Utah
Since the days of Ron McBride, Polynesian players have been an important part of the Utah football program.
Four players hope to take on the challenge of replacing White in the Utes' backfield this fall.
The 2013 NFL season is right around the corner with team training camps starting across the league.
Utah football: Utes have solved their depth issues at quarterback
The first-ever meeting of the Amalgamated Quarterbacks of Utah met on Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium, in what was a standing-room-only event. Read more »
5 Questions With U. of U. assistant football coach Dennis Erickson
Q: How did your first spring with the Utes go? Read more »
Ute gymnastics: Nansy Damianova has career night in NCAA semifinals
Utes will focus on fixing beam woes in the off-season, while Damianova's career night allows her to compete as an individual on bars and floor. Florida's Bridget Sloan earns all-around honors and... Read more »
Ute gymnastics: Balance beam trips up Red Rocks in NCAA semifinals
Three low scores on beam, including two falls, end the Utah gymnastics team's chances to advance to Saturday's NCAA final. Alabama earns top score in the semifinals with four of the Super Six... Read more »
College roundup: Utah softball upsets No. 2 Arizona
SALT LAKE CITY — With a runner on second in the bottom of the eighth, freshman catcher Shelby Pacheco laced a walk-off double to left-center field to give the University of Utah softball team a 5-4 win over No. 2 Arizona State... Read more »
Utah Utes football to host Red-White Game
Saturday's spring finale is set for 1 p.m. at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Admission and parking are free. Festivities begin in the morning. Read more »
U. names recipients of Equity and Diversity Awards
Three individuals and one organization will be recognized by the University of Utah Office for Equity and Diversity for leadership and commitment to inclusion at the U. Read more »
Utes football: Cornerback Justin Thomas not taking anything for granted
Although Justin Thomas is pleased to be on top of the depth chart at one of the cornerback spots, the redshirt freshman from Texas isn’t taking anything for granted as Utah closes out spring... Read more »
Utah basketball's scholarship roster will be a 50/50 blend
Dean and Dotson plan to leave the U. after graduating early. Seymour also departing. Read more »
Utah Red Rocks heading to championships
The No. 10 seeded Utes don’t mind being underdogs as they head into this weekend’s NCAA National Championships. Read more »
EPA names University of Utah best in Pac-12 for green power purchases
The University of Utah has been recognized by the EPA for its environmentally friendly practices on campus. Read more »
Utah gymnastics: Tory Wilson eyes vault title
SALT LAKE CITY — Individual accomplishments are not the most touted achievement in college gymnastics, but they sure do feel good. And though the Utah gymnasts have a team-first mentality... Read more »
Utes add 3 players as signing period opens
Fields, Ogbe and Onwas are the latest to join the Runnin' Utes. Read more »
Ute football: Nine unresolved issues face the Utes going forward
Everybody has eyes on Travis Wilson's development, but that's not the only significant storyline in Utah's spring football camp this year. Here are nine storylines as Utah prepares for its third... Read more »
Utah, UVU baseball: Utes end four-game slide, edge UVU 7-6
Down five runs after the first inning, the Utes rallied for a 7-6 win over the Wolverines on Tuesday night. Read more »
Photo gallery: U. students prepare robots for zombie attack, showcase other mechanical designs
University of Utah mechanical engineering students tested autonomous robots against invading zombies as one of many class competitions and design projects showcased at the U.'s Mechanical... Read more »
Utah gymnastics: Injured star Corrie Lothrop making the best of unfamiliar role
Junior co-captain Corrie Lothrop is making the best of unfamiliar role. The junior co-captain tore her Achilles on Feb. 1, and has spent the season navigating unfamiliar territory ever since. Read more »
Utah hires Joe Dykstra as head swimming and diving coach
SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah has hired a new head men's and women's swimming and diving coach to replace Greg Winslow, who was let go last month amid allegations of mistreatment of athletes and other misconduct. Read more »
Utes football: Utah set for final week of spring ball
Spring football has almost completely sprung at the University of Utah. The Utes practice Tuesday and Thursday before closing out camp with the annual Red and White game Saturday. Read more »
Eagles medically clear Star Lotulelei after private workout
After having a private workout with the Philadephia Eagles on Friday, team doctors medically cleared NFL prospect Star Lotulelei. Read more »
Utes fail to hold early lead, fall to No. 6 Oregon State
A four-run third inning lifted sixth-ranked Oregon State to a 4-1 win over Utah in the series finale on Sunday. Read more »
Utah Utes gymnastics: Allergic reaction can't stop Breanna Hughes
The NCAA Regional in Tuscaloosa, Ala., proved to be a little more exciting than Utah gymnast Breanna Hughes expected. Read more »
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The offseason status of NFL players with Utah ties
The 2013 NFL season is right around the corner with team training camps starting across the league, and there are many NFL players with Utah ties looking to make the final 52 man roster. Some... Read more »
Mormon NFL safety Eric Weddle: Balancing football and faith
Although he is away from his LDS ward for many Sundays each year, San Diego Chargers safety Eric Weddle strives to stay true to this faith and values. Read more »
Utes football recruiting: Polynesian players prosper at Utah
Since the days of Ron McBride, Polynesian players have been an important part of the Utah football program. Take a look at how the Polynesian pipeline is alive and well at Utah, and what that means... Read more »
Eric Weddle: An unofficial ambassador for the Utah Utes football team
Since leaving for the NFL in 2007, Eric Weddle has become an unofficial ambassador for the University of Utah football program. Read more »
Utah Utes football: Dr. Chris Hill talks about making sure Rice Eccles Stadium is full in the Fall
As football season nears, Utah athletics director Dr. Chris Hill's monthly State of the Utes video focused on filling every seat at Rice Eccles Stadium. Read more »
Eric Weddle: A miraculous birth
Five months into her pregnancy, doctors told Debbie Weddle there was a good chance she would lose her her child. Read more »
Eric Weddle: How getting beaned in the face changed Weddle's life
While playing in a baseball game during his junior year of high school, Eric Weddle was beaned in the face with a fastball. The unfortunate incident altered the course of his life. This is an... Read more »
Ute football: 4 running backs hope to replace John White's production this fall
Highly productive running back John White IV has graduated, but four players hope to take on the challenge of replacing him in the Utes' backfield this fall. Read more »
Considerable work, planning has gone into upgrades of University of Utah's athletic facilities
Competition isn’t the only upgrade that has accompanied the University of Utah’s move to the Pac-12. Since joining the conference in 2011, there have been plenty of physical changes as... Read more »
Will Alex Smith be running the pistol offense in Kansas City?
The Kansas City Chiefs hired former Nevada Wolfpack coach Chris Ault as a consultant. Will that translate to former Utah quarterback Alex Smith sometimes running the pistol offense, which Ault... Read more »
Deseret News writers talk U. stadium, Y hoops and Jazz on 1320 KFAN
Three Deseret News reporters appeared on the "Wasatch Whip Around" hosted by Gunther and Graham on 1320 KFAN AM to talk all things Utes, Cougars and Jazz. Read more »
The state of Utah's top 20 uncommitted 2014 football recruits
Signing day 2014 is still many months away, but college football coaches have already put in huge amounts of work to unearth the stars of tomorrow. The state of Utah's 2014 recruiting class... Read more »
Former Ute Alex Smith already becoming leader of Kansas City Chiefs
It hasn't taken long for Alex Smith to become the leader of the Kansas City Chiefs. Read more »
High school recruiting: Jackson Barton, Osa Masina bring recruiters to Brighton in droves
Brighton High School has seen a steady stream of some of the biggest names in college football come through its offices in recent weeks. Read more »
Utes football: No changes imminent for Rice-Eccles Stadium
Rice-Eccles Stadium expansion has been a topic of discussion for quite some time. As of now, however, nothing is imminent. Read more »
Ute football: 4 running backs hope to replace John White's production this fall
College football teams often must replace their leading running back from one season to the next. But usually, they're not trying to replace a guy that's been one of the most productive... Read more »
The offseason status of NFL players with Utah ties
The 2013 NFL season is right around the corner with team training camps starting across the league, and there are many NFL players with Utah ties looking to make the final 52 man roster. Read more »
Eric Weddle's son steals the show during an NBC San Diego interview
The video includes excerpts from the interview and Gaige showing off for the camera. Read more »
University of Utah's new student life building could help U. attract recruits
Utah's George S. Eccles Student Life Center, currently under construction, could be used to woo potential athletic recruits once it's finished. Read more »
Replay: Brandon Gurney and Dan Sorensen discuss Utah's top 20 unsigned football recruits
Sorensen and Gurney will participate in a lunchtime live chat about high school recruiting Today at 12 p.m. live on this page. Read more »
Utes basketball: Proposals being considered for Huntsman Center improvements
It’s the same thing, only different. That’s kind of how Utah Athletics Director Chris Hill sees construction of a new basketball training facility and alterations to the adjacent... Read more »
BYU, Ute baseball: Cougars come back — again — to secure rivalry win over Utah
BYU comes from behind yet again to secure a victory, this time against rival Utah on Tuesday night. Read more »
Former Ute Eric Weddle to hold book signing at Utah Blaze game
Current NFL player and former Utah Ute Eric Weddle will be holding a book signing at EnergySolutions Arena on May 18 when the Utah Blaze take on the Iowa Barnstormers. Read more »
Ute football: Utah summer camp registration is open
For the ninth-consecutive year, the University of Utah football program will conduct summer football camps for youth and high school football players. Read more »
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