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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah cheer after a three point shot during an NCAA Basketball game vs. The University of Washington at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. (Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

California Wants to Pay Their College Athletes, and it’s Time to Join Them

By Ethan Pearce, Sports Editor October 2, 2019

The state of California is working on a bill called the Fair Pay to Play Act, which would make it legal to pay college athletes for use of their name, likeness and image. It has been passed by the state...

University of Utah Athletes Excel On and Off the Field

University of Utah Athletes Excel On and Off the Field

By Ethan Pearce, Sports Editor September 26, 2019

The start of fall classes is a busy time for us all, but perhaps the most for our student-athletes. Balancing practices and games with homework and class is not easy, but University of Utah students are...

The Sigma Chi house decorated for homecoming week, Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015. Tara Lincoln, Daily Utah Chronicle.

‘Sko Utes: Homecoming Week Is the Time to Show Your School Spirit

By Hannah Keating, Arts Editor September 26, 2019

Homecoming is one of the biggest college cultural events across the nation —  one week where the football team, spirit squad, massive student section and passionate alumni gather not only in support...

(Photo by Curtis Lin | Daily Utah Chronicle)

MUSS Adopts New Ticket System — But Has it Impacted Sales?

By Marshall Foster, News Writer September 18, 2019

  “We’re up to snuff, we never bluff, we’re game for any fuss. No rival band of college fans dare meet us in the MUSS.” These are the words that the students of the University of Utah...

College Sports Are Back. Lets Enjoy Them

College Sports Are Back. Let’s Enjoy Them

By Adam Cochran, Sports Writer September 12, 2019

  Sports are emotional affairs. This is true for everyone involved. Players, coaches and even fans dedicate themselves to the team, to the game. This fact is often lost on those involved, but most...

Uniting Utes and Frightening Foes: The Legend of the Mighty Utah Student Section

Uniting Utes and Frightening Foes: The Legend of the Mighty Utah Student Section

By Casey Overfield, Sports Editor September 5, 2019

  One of the most exciting and rewarding parts of being in college is the chance to attend sports games and cheer on your team as a part of your school’s student section.  Going to games...

The Holy War for DumDums

The Holy War for DumDums

By Casey Overfield, Sports Editor August 29, 2019

  Rivalry games are a staple of college football. USC and Stanford, Michigan and Ohio State, Alabama and Auburn — the list goes on.   In Utah, there are two big powerhouses. Two giants going...

University of Utah warms up before the San Diego County Credit Union Holiday Bowl vs. Northwestern University at SDCCU Stadium in San Diego, California on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018. (Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Fall Sports Preview

By Casey Overfield, Sports Editor August 22, 2019

  August marks the beginning of a new school year, new classes, new professors and new friends. More importantly, August also marks the beginning of a new athletic season, and four different University...

University of Utah senior linebacker Chase Hansen (22) setted up prior to a snap in an NCAA Football game vs. BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, UT on Saturday November 24, 2018.

(Photo by Curtis Lin | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utes in the NFL Draft: Predictions for Utes Entering the NFL Draft

By Sammy Mora and Brayden Ramsay April 17, 2019

  Chase Hansen Linebacker 6 feet 3 inches 222 lbs The linebacker out of Alpine, Utah, has been a key player for the Utes throughout his career. Hansen entered the University of Utah football...

University of Utah sophomore running back Devontae Henry-Cole (7) evades University of Colorado junior defensive back Evan Worthington (6) in an NCAA Football game at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017

(Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Brothers On and Off the Field: How Faith and Friendship Go Hand in Hand

By Sammy Mora, Sports Editor April 5, 2019

  Since he began attending the University of Utah, Devonta’e Henry-Cole knew that he wanted to be involved in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Coming to Utah from Boca Raton,...