Alex Tumalip

Alex Tumalip

Once a star on the field, Cole Gambill now giving back to the game he loves

Once a star on the field, Cole Gambill now giving back to the game he loves

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 5 - 1:23 p.m.

Former BYU baseball outfielder Cole Gambill, now a coach at Salt Lake Community College, is getting his chance to share what he's learned as a player with those around him.
Allegory of the Cavemen: American Fork boys soccer quietly crafting story in head-turning fashion

Allegory of the Cavemen: American Fork boys soccer quietly crafting story in head-turning fashion

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted May 2 - 9:56 a.m.

After a 2-0 derby win over archrival Lone Peak Wednesday, American Fork boys soccer isn't ready to settle for anything as they chase a championship.
Pleasant Grove alum Brayden Marx finding his place in a growing 'tropical swarm'

Pleasant Grove alum Brayden Marx finding his place in a growing 'tropical swarm'

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 20 - 10:06 a.m.

Once the No. 2-ranked pitcher in the state of Utah, Brayden Marx is already showing Hawaii fans why he was so highly sought after.
New classification, same goal: Murray boys soccer has their sights set on redemption

New classification, same goal: Murray boys soccer has their sights set on redemption

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 10:46 a.m.

The Murray Spartans may be looking up at Layton Christian Academy, but it isn't stopping them from setting their sights on a redemption tour to a state championship.
In the midst of a retool, Jordan Beetdiggers baseball team still believe 'sky's the limit'

In the midst of a retool, Jordan Beetdiggers baseball team still believe 'sky's the limit'

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 4 - 11:34 a.m.

Even with a good chunk of their experience gone, the Jordan Beetdiggers are still confident they can contend for a 5A baseball title.
From club sport to sanctioned sport, Utah high school boys volleyball continues to grow the game

From club sport to sanctioned sport, Utah high school boys volleyball continues to grow the game

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 30 - 3:10 p.m.

Despite the obvious growing pains from building a grassroots program, boys volleyball has proven to be a smash hit — no pun intended — in its first year in Utah high school sports.
High school baseball doubleheaders are difficult, but players love chance to compete

High school baseball doubleheaders are difficult, but players love chance to compete

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 28 - 9:14 a.m.

If you thought attending a baseball doubleheader as a fan was hard, those on the field are facing more than their fair share of pressure — even in high school.
On the NHL's doorstep, Ryan Sandelin is only focused on doing better and being better

On the NHL's doorstep, Ryan Sandelin is only focused on doing better and being better

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 26 - 9:45 a.m.

After his second callup to the AHL's Colorado Eagles, forward Ryan Sandelin knows he can still improve the details of his game, even as he continues to turn heads on his team.
Riverton gets its revenge over American Fork in dominant road win

Riverton gets its revenge over American Fork in dominant road win

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 15 - 8:16 p.m.

It started early for the Riverton Silverwolves and finished with a flourish as they threw down the gauntlet to spoil American Fork's season-opener Friday.
Timpanogos pitches its way to statement midweek win over Brighton

Timpanogos pitches its way to statement midweek win over Brighton

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 11:11 p.m.

A strong outing by starter Chase Riggs and clutch play down the stretch gave Timpanogos its first home win of the season.
After a regular season of ups and downs, Utah Valley ready to strike it rich in WAC Vegas

After a regular season of ups and downs, Utah Valley ready to strike it rich in WAC Vegas

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 13 - 6:24 p.m.

After ending the regular season winning 7 of their last 8 games, the Utah Valley Wolverines look to ride that momentum into the WAC Tournament in Las Vegas.
Utah Valley ends Abilene Christian's winning streak in regular season finale victory

Utah Valley ends Abilene Christian's winning streak in regular season finale victory

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 9 - 6:08 p.m.

A strong bench performance lifted Utah Valley to a winning regular season in their win at Abilene Christian Saturday.
Wolverines turn the tables to stun Tarleton State in 63-60 win

Wolverines turn the tables to stun Tarleton State in 63-60 win

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 7 - 9:04 p.m.

Down by 13 points in the second half, the Utah Valley Wolverines finished on a 17-2 run to steal a road win at Tarleton State Thursday night.
Caleb Stone-Carrawell's new role has Utah Valley thinking about doing the unthinkable

Caleb Stone-Carrawell's new role has Utah Valley thinking about doing the unthinkable

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 7 - 2:13 p.m.

After their five-game winning streak was snapped Saturday, the Utah Valley Wolverines have their sights on setting the stage for a deep WAC tournament run.
UT Arlington's 3-point sharpshooting spoils Utah Valley's senior day

UT Arlington's 3-point sharpshooting spoils Utah Valley's senior day

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 2 - 6:07 p.m.

An 8-for-17 shooting performance from beyond the arc in the 1st half was the difference as the Wolverines saw their 5-game winning streak come to an end Saturday.
Still at the peak: Lady Knights complete historic 6A girls basketball championship 3-peat

Still at the peak: Lady Knights complete historic 6A girls basketball championship 3-peat

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 1 - 10:08 p.m.

The Nordstrom sisters stepped up to turn around the 6A championship game as Lone Peak won their third straight title over Copper Hills Friday at the Huntsman Center.
Bountiful goes back-to-back in historic 5A girls championship game rout

Bountiful goes back-to-back in historic 5A girls championship game rout

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted March 1 - 2:41 p.m.

A first-quarter shutout proved to be the tone-setter as the Bountiful Redhawks thumped the Wasatch Wasps in the 5A girls basketball championship game Friday morning at the Huntsman Center.
For Utah Valley and its seniors, Saturday is the final exam before the WAC Tournament

For Utah Valley and its seniors, Saturday is the final exam before the WAC Tournament

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 29 - 12:37 p.m.

Senior leadership has been everything for a young Utah Valley men's basketball team this season, especially in the recent turnaround that has led to their 5-game winning streak.
Undisputed No. 1: Layton Christian takes down Cottonwood in epic 4A boys basketball final

Undisputed No. 1: Layton Christian takes down Cottonwood in epic 4A boys basketball final

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 28 - 11:04 p.m.

The No. 1 seed Layton Christian Academy Eagles did just enough to slip by Cottonwood in a memorable battle in the 4A boys basketball title game in Orem Wednesday night.
Objective completed: Ridgeline runs it back in 4A girls basketball

Objective completed: Ridgeline runs it back in 4A girls basketball

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 28 - 6:53 p.m.

Behind a huge performance from an unexpected source, the Ridgeline Riverhawks repeated as 4A girls basketball champions Wednesday at the UCCU Center.
Cottonwood reaches 4A boys final with gritty win over Snow Canyon

Cottonwood reaches 4A boys final with gritty win over Snow Canyon

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 10:51 p.m.

The secret's out: the dark horse Cottonwood Colts are in the 4A boys basketball final, and now they face No. 1 Layton Christian Academy as the last Cinderella team standing.
Snow Canyon reaches 4A girls finals with victory over Cedar

Snow Canyon reaches 4A girls finals with victory over Cedar

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 7:09 p.m.

Snow Canyon's revenge tour will end in the final as the No. 2 Warriors advanced to a date with No. 1 Ridgeline with a dominant victory over Cedar.
Bartholomew takes over late to lift Lone Peak to another 6A semifinal

Bartholomew takes over late to lift Lone Peak to another 6A semifinal

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 8:32 p.m.

Lone Peak forward Sarah Bartholomew's late surge foiled Westlake's rally as the two-time defending 6A champion survived and advanced Monday at the Huntsman Center.
Kozlowski's career-high carries Corner Canyon into 6A semifinals

Kozlowski's career-high carries Corner Canyon into 6A semifinals

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 1:50 p.m.

USC signee and Corner Canyon forward Brody Kozlowski was just too much for American Fork's balanced attack to overcome as the Chargers pulled away to advance to the 6A semifinals.
Wolverines chop down Stephen F. Austin for 5th straight win

Wolverines chop down Stephen F. Austin for 5th straight win

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 24 - 5:53 p.m.

A complete, complementary performance pushed Utah Valley past the Lumberjacks Saturday afternoon in Orem.