Sean Walker

It's official: Chase Roberts coming back to BYU for 1 more year

It's official: Chase Roberts coming back to BYU for 1 more year

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 21 - 9:58 p.m.

The Cougars' leading receiver reversed course on his earlier decision to leave BYU after graduating in December, and will instead "run it back" for one more year in 2025, he announced late Saturday night in a video.
Arizona pulls off win in Big 12 opener over BYU women despite Gibb's 23

Arizona pulls off win in Big 12 opener over BYU women despite Gibb's 23

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 21 - 5:49 p.m.

Delaney Gibb led all scorers with 23 points, eight rebounds and three steals for BYU, and teammate Amari Whiting supplied 7 points with five assists.
Utah Valley out to build wrestling contender, and a hometown hero already is one

Utah Valley out to build wrestling contender, and a hometown hero already is one

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 21 - 9:55 a.m.

The 165-pound fifth-year senior won four state titles at Layton High, and currently ranks No. 4 in the country after transferring home to Utah Valley after starting his collegiate career at Penn State.
BYU basketball cruises by Florida A&M to close out nonconference play

BYU basketball cruises by Florida A&M to close out nonconference play

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 20 - 10:56 p.m.

Fouss Traore supplied 9 points, six rebounds and five assists for the Cougars (9-2) in the absence of Egor Demin (knee) and Richie Saunders (concussion).
More college football players are 'opting in' to bowl games, including at BYU and Alamo Bowl

More college football players are 'opting in' to bowl games, including at BYU and Alamo Bowl

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 18 - 6:26 p.m.

Rather than taking December to prepare for the NFL draft, more and more college football players are opting in to end-of-season bowl games. BYU senior Jakob Robinson and potential draft-bound receiver Chase Roberts explain why.
With bowl game on horizon, what are BYU's priorities in transfer portal?

With bowl game on horizon, what are BYU's priorities in transfer portal?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 17 - 3:58 p.m.

Imagine an NFL where the draft, free agency and postseason playoffs are happening at the same time. That's the world college football coaches find themselves with the transfer portal.
Conference realignment could be coming back to Utah's borders

Conference realignment could be coming back to Utah's borders

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 17 - 9:02 a.m.

Northern Illinois' reportedly forthcoming move to the Mountain West could have an impact on the Beehive State.
After Duke commitment, 5-star Emilee Skinner focused on 3-peat with Ridgeline

After Duke commitment, 5-star Emilee Skinner focused on 3-peat with Ridgeline

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 16 - 1:04 p.m.

For most people, Kara Lawson is a former two-time All-American at Tennessee, a WNBA All-Star and league champion, and an Olympic gold medalist.
Locals in the NFL: After pair of injury setbacks, Tim Patrick right where he needs to be in Detroit

Locals in the NFL: After pair of injury setbacks, Tim Patrick right where he needs to be in Detroit

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 10:14 p.m.

Patrick wasn't the only former Utah high school and college football standout to excel in Week 15 of the 2024 NFL regular season. Here are the others.
Baker, Mag help BYU overwhelm Wyoming from the bench at Delta Center

Baker, Mag help BYU overwhelm Wyoming from the bench at Delta Center

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 9:49 p.m.

Dawson Baker and Mawot Mag combined for 22 points off the bench as BYU beat Wyoming 68-49 to hand the Pokes a fourth consecutive loss.
No let-downs in Alamo Bowl as No. 17 BYU, No. 23 Colorado approach 1st game since 1988

No let-downs in Alamo Bowl as No. 17 BYU, No. 23 Colorado approach 1st game since 1988

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 13 - 6:26 p.m.

With a chance to play Colorado, the 17th-ranked Cougars aren't concerned about the all-Big 12 matchup in San Antonio two weeks from Saturday, Dec. 28.
Kalani Sitake's long-term extension a no-brainer for BYU football

Kalani Sitake's long-term extension a no-brainer for BYU football

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 1:13 p.m.

The news came like a thief in the night, a press release after Saturday night's conference championship games leading into the first 12-team College Football Playoff.
Day after signing, AJ Dybantsa already playing role for BYU men's basketball

Day after signing, AJ Dybantsa already playing role for BYU men's basketball

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 10:31 a.m.

A bit over 24 hours after committing to the BYU basketball program on ESPN television, AJ Dybantsa ran toward the Cougars' student section.
Former BYU star Paisley Johnson-Harding helping UVU women to best start in a decade

Former BYU star Paisley Johnson-Harding helping UVU women to best start in a decade

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 9:12 a.m.

When Dan Neilson had a spot to fill on his staff on his Utah Valley women's basketball coaching staff earlier this year, it took him about 10 minutes to fill it. After all, he had already recruited his newest coach.
Knell, Saunders help BYU pull past Fresno State in return home

Knell, Saunders help BYU pull past Fresno State in return home

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 10:26 p.m.

Trevin Knell poured in 22 points on 8-of-11 shooting, including 4-of-6 3-pointers, with 10 rebounds as the Cougars pulled past Fresno State 95-67 at the Marriott Center.
Davenport, defense guide BYU women to 76-36 win over Utah Valley

Davenport, defense guide BYU women to 76-36 win over Utah Valley

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 9:41 p.m.

Lauren Davenport poured in 20 points with six 3-pointers, five rebounds and a block as BYU women's basketball improved to 8-2 with a 76-36 win over crosstown rival Utah Valley at the Marriott Center.
In landing No. 1 prospect AJ Dybantsa, BYU basketball has planted a flag

In landing No. 1 prospect AJ Dybantsa, BYU basketball has planted a flag

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 6:39 p.m.

With BYU signing the 6-foot-9 jumbo wing from Brockton, Massachussetts, by way of Utah Prep in Hurricane, the Cougars signaled they are will to change with them.
Top-rated recruit AJ Dybantsa commits to BYU basketball and Kevin Young

Top-rated recruit AJ Dybantsa commits to BYU basketball and Kevin Young

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 11:09 a.m.

The 6-foot-9 wing made his commitment on ESPN's First Take, when he revealed to host Stephen A. Smith his pick of the Cougars over Alabama, Kansas and North Carolina.
Utah Prep top-rated recruit AJ Dybantsa is ready to commit. Is BYU still in it?

Utah Prep top-rated recruit AJ Dybantsa is ready to commit. Is BYU still in it?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 12:53 p.m.

AJ Dybantsa, the consensus No. 1 overall recruit from Utah Prep, will reveal his college decision Tuesday morning on ESPN's First Take, the network announced Monday.
'He's a darn good football coach': Colorado eager for conference tilt with No. 17 BYU

'He's a darn good football coach': Colorado eager for conference tilt with No. 17 BYU

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 9:02 a.m.

"Don't get it twisted," Coach Prime said of his BYU counterpart before the No. 23 Buffs and No. 17 Cougars met in San Antonio. "He's a darn good football coach."
Locals in the NFL: Puka Nacua goes off to help Rams hold off Bills in 902-yard game

Locals in the NFL: Puka Nacua goes off to help Rams hold off Bills in 902-yard game

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 10:43 p.m.

The former BYU and Orem High star caught a season-high 12 passes for 162 yards and a touchdown, and added 16 yards rushing with another scoring run.
BYU accepts invitation to Alamo Bowl, will play Big 12 foe Colorado

BYU accepts invitation to Alamo Bowl, will play Big 12 foe Colorado

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 12:45 p.m.

After a 10-2 regular season, the Cougars will remember the Alamo during the Holidays.
BYU extends Kalani Sitake's contract after 10-2 regular season

BYU extends Kalani Sitake's contract after 10-2 regular season

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 7 - 10:45 p.m.

Kalani Sitake isn't going anywhere.
Michael Kesselring nets Utah's 1st Gordie Howe hat trick in 5-2 win over Buffalo

Michael Kesselring nets Utah's 1st Gordie Howe hat trick in 5-2 win over Buffalo

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 7 - 2:27 p.m.

Kesselring had the first Gordie Howe hat trick in Utah Hockey Club history with a goal, an assist and a fight as Utah extended Buffalo's winless streak to six straight with a 5-2 win.
Here are details of Bronco Mendenhall's proposed 6-year deal to coach Utah State

Here are details of Bronco Mendenhall's proposed 6-year deal to coach Utah State

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 6 - 2:45 p.m.

Former BYU head coach Bronco Mendenhall is officially coming back to the Beehive State 10 years after he left BYU to coach Utah State's transition to the newly configured Pac-12.