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The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The Utah gymnastics team celebrates on the podium after winning the PAC-12 Gymnastics Championship at the Jon M. Huntsman Center on March 21, 2015. (Photo by Chris Samuels | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Putting the “Rock” in Red Rocks: Greg Marsden’s Story

By Sean Overton and Abbey Thomas December 15, 2023

  In the world of gymnastics, the Marsden name is synonymous with success and accomplishment. Any mention of it earns remarks of respect and awe — a testament to the level of prosperity Head...

Utah gymnast Abby Paulson assistant head coach Carly Dockendorf at the 2023 NCAA Women’s National Collegiate Gymnastics Championships Finals at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX, on Saturday, April 15, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Carly Dockendorf Named Next Red Rocks Head Coach

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor December 7, 2023

  After being named interim head coach in November, Carly Dockendorf has officially been named the head coach of the Red Rocks. Dockendorf signed a four-year contract, through 2027. She first began...

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Hufford: College Athletes are in Danger of Systemic Dehumanization

By Olivia Hufford, Opinion Writer November 24, 2023

  Athletes in competitive sports share a common determination to succeed. They know sacrifice and diligence. Unfortunately, not all athletes walk away with the same story. Earlier this fall,...

Utah Red Rocks head coach Tom Farden in the meet versus LSU Tigers at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Jan. 6, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao Axe Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Red Rocks Coach Tom Farden and the U ‘agree to part ways’

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor November 21, 2023

  The University of Utah and head gymnastics coach Tom Farden have agreed to mutually part ways, weeks after an independent investigation. After allegations of emotional and verbal abuse, Farden...

University of Utah womens gymnastics head coach Tom Farden talks with senior Kim Tessen before her performance on the floor in a dual meet versus the Stanford Cardinals at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 6, 2020.  (Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Kim Tessen Speaks Out on U Gymnastics Head Coach Tom Farden

By Vanessa Hudson, Assistant News Editor October 25, 2023

  Former University of Utah gymnast Kim Tessen posted a statement on Instagram Tuesday night in support of Kara Eaker and condemned the U and its various departments for failing to address abusive...

Kara Eaker performs her beam routine against Minnesota in Salt Lake City on March 4, 2022. (Photo by Jonathan Wang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Kara Eaker Retires From Gymnastics, Alleging Abuse

By Caelan Roberts, News Editor October 20, 2023

  University of Utah gymnast Kara Eaker has announced her retirement from U gymnastics as well as from the sport as a whole, citing “verbal and emotional abuse” from an unnamed male head coach....

University of Utah womens gymnastics head coach Tom Farden talks about the Red Rocks performance following a dual meet versus the Stanford Cardinals at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on March 6, 2020. (Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

U Gymnastics Investigation Finds No Abuse, Recommends Compassion

By Caelan Roberts, News Editor September 14, 2023

  An independent review into University of Utah gymnastics coach Tom Farden found that Farden did not engage in any “severe, pervasive or egregious acts of emotional or verbal abuse of student...

Utah Red Rocks head coach Tom Farden in the meet versus LSU Tigers at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Jan. 6, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao Axe Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

U Gymnastics Coach Tom Farden Under Investigation for Emotional Abuse Allegations

By Vanessa Hudson, Assistant News Editor August 29, 2023

  The University of Utah gymnastics coach Tom Farden has been accused of emotional and verbal abuse by several former U gymnasts and parents. The U has ordered an investigation into the gymnastics...

The Utah Red Rocks pose for a photo at the 2023 NCAA Womens National Collegiate Gymnastics Championships Finals at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX, on April 15, 2023.

Utah Red Rocks: A Dominant Legacy

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor May 26, 2023

  The Red Rocks had another historic year, moving to their 47th straight NCAA Championship. The Red Rocks finished their season third in the nation and moved to the NCAA Final for the third consecutive...

Sophomore quarterback Cameron Rising getting ready to hand off the football to junior running back TJ Pledger against Washington State football at the Rice-Eccles Stadium on Sept. 25, 2021. (Photo by Jonathan Wang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

A Beginner’s Guide to Utah’s Premier Athletic Teams

By Ethan Pearce, Sports Editor July 14, 2022

  The University of Utah is a great place for athletes around the world to come and compete at the highest level. Since joining the Pac-12 in 2011, the U has been one of the premier teams in multiple...