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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Alex Smith, who used to play for the Utes, playing for the Washington Commanders against the Atlanta Falcons on November 4, 2018 (Courtesy of Keith Allison via Wikimedia)

Catching Up With Former Utes: Alex Smith

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor August 27, 2023

  Alex Smith is likely the first name that comes to people's minds when thinking of famous Utah football players. Smith’s career at the University of Utah and in the NFL are stories of determination...

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The MUSS Bus: The Full Utah Athletics Experience

By Max Lepore, Sports Writer May 31, 2023

  The Mighty Utah Student Section, or MUSS, was founded more than 20 years ago in 2002. As the winner of ESPN's 2021 Live Más Student Section of the Year, the MUSS plays a key role in the University...

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The Future of Baseball in Utah

By Abbey Thomas, Assistant Sports Editor May 29, 2023

  Older than the state itself, the University of Utah baseball team has played thousands of matches since its inception in 1892. The team was welcomed into the Pac-12 conference in early 2012,...

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...

The MUSS cheers during the NCAA Football game versus Oregon State University at Rice-Eccles Stadium on the University of Utah campus on Oct. 1, 2022.

The MUSS Provides an Incredible Opportunity for New Students

By Isaac Dunaway, Sports Writer May 23, 2023

  Arriving at a new school can be very difficult. Many students feel like they don’t know anyone on campus. They need places to meet new people and find friends while they’re in college. What...

The Utes baseball team celebrates a victory against the BYU Cougars at Smiths Ballpark on May 8, 2018. (Photo by J. Prather | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Baseball Takes 2 of 5 Against UVU and Cal

By Isaac Dunaway, Sports Writer April 19, 2023

  The University of Utah's baseball team played five games this past week, two against the Utah Valley Wolverines and three against the California Golden Bears. After splitting the home-and-home...

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

Red Rocks Finish NCAA Championship in Third as Vault Struggles Continue

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor April 16, 2023

  With their big win in Session 2 of the semifinals on Thursday, the No. 5 Red Rocks advanced to their third consecutive NCAA Championship Final. The team scored 198.225, their highest score ever...

Utah Red Rocks poses for a photo after the advancement to the final at the 2023 NCAA Women’s National Collegiate Gymnastics Championships at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX, on Thursday, April 13, 2023.

No. 5 Red Rocks Advance to NCAA Championship Final in Third Consecutive Year

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor April 13, 2023

  The No. 5 Red Rocks continued an incredible streak this weekend of appearances at all 47 national championships. Utah has won nine total NCAA championships and finished runner-up eight times....

No. 5 Red Rocks Light The U after win at the Jon M. Huntsman Center on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023.

No. 5 Red Rocks Take NCAA Regional Title and Advance to National Championships

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor April 2, 2023

  After competing in the NCAA Regional Second Round on Thursday, the No. 5 Red Rocks (12-3, 5-2 Pac-12) remained in Los Angeles to compete in the NCAA Regional Final. The Red Rocks dominated their...

Utah Red Rocks lift the trophy after winning the Pac-12 Women’s Gymnastics Champions title at Maverik Center in West Valley City, Utah on Saturday, March 18, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

No. 5 Red Rocks Take Home Third Pac-12 Title in a Row

By Sean Overton, Sports Editor March 19, 2023

  After a difficult 197.700-197.950 loss at No. 11 Oregon State, the No. 5 Red Rocks (12-3, 5-2 Pac-12) returned to Salt Lake City to compete in the Pac-12 Championships. The Red Rocks participated...