One of the worst thing I’ve ever been called haha. As if I’d ever associate myself with those sanctimonious vacant-eyed freaks. And I’m sorry for being rude to you, I should’ve stated my case far more diplomatically.
I wouldn’t trade Whitt for anything realistic, his impact on our program has been an absolute boon. I say give him a statue, he deserves it. But after our showing in the PAC 12 championship and the following bowl game against Texas (Both 2010 vs TCU levels of humiliating) we segued into what would’ve probably been a 4 or 5 win season in 2020 that frankly got completely saved by Covid, we’d have lost to BYU last year 9 out of 10 times. We were a Circus act.
Now transition to 2021, we have a talented group, we open against Weber state and one of our O lineman getting absolutely nuked from orbit on the very first play by some young man that’s probably from Layton and going there to get his associates. A portend of things to come as we utterly wilt against our in-state rival which we outmatch talentwise by a long shot. What’s more it’s clear that he was outcoached top to bottom in both contests.
I can’t say enough good about Whitt, but I think the magic has dried up. He has never had as much talent as we have now (last 2 years) and we have never looked worse since joining the PAC. We are regressing with better players, that’s a huge problem.
My advice for those that get worked up over TDS is two-fold: (1) do not visit their message board, (2) don’t associate with zoobs. For the second point, I am not saying do not associate with any of their fans, just don’t associate with the zoobish fans (if you are forced to be around a zoob, via family or neighbor, just don’t talk sports with them). It is that easy. Your angst will subside dramatically.
I follow those two things and actually enjoy the game with TDS. I enjoy the rivalry. It is far more interesting to me than a game against Weber State, Northern Illinois, and most any of the non-P5 schools.
They really are creaming all over themselves about it. The funny thing is Helton broke the seal on the “rival” talk first and I am not sure who homeboy who is the USC alum with all of the USC friends but apparently he runs in different SC circles that I do because the guys I associate with, guys who actually write checks, acknowledge the South is decided in the Utah/USC game.
A national search, led by Deputy Athletics Directors Charmelle Green and Scott Kull, and Associate A.D. Gavin Gough, will begin immediately to identify a new head coach for Utah’s men’s lacrosse program.
“We are eager to begin the process of identifying the best possible leader for our men’s lacrosse program,” Harlan added. “This is a very attractive position, with our combination of world-class academics and athletics programs, in a tremendous city, as we begin our first year as members of the ASUN Conference for lacrosse.”
utahutes.com article
I have mixed feelings about this Simone Biles/Olympics issue.
On the one hand, I completely understand that she is suffering something very difficult. She is hurting and needs support and love. I will not throw her under the bus.
On the other side, you could equate this to Lebron James calling it quits after the first quarter of Game 7 in the NBA championship. Or Tom Brady saying in mid-game of the Super Bowl, “I am not feeling it tonight and the stress of this game is too much, I am stepping aside.” These players knew what they were getting into and I am sure there are times when they have to dig-deep to continue on. Look at Brady a few years ago when they were down three TDs to Atlanta. Brady stayed cool and fought back and won the game. I am sure Mahomes was very frustrated last February when his line gave him no chance.
I will not make light of emotional issues. I have seen this first hand with family and friends. A very bright, talented work associate of mine took his life 15 years ago. None of us saw it coming.
I wish Simone the best going forward. I hope she can deal with all of this and enjoy a happy and productive life going forward. She will not be able to hide from it. She will get a lot of positive and some negative attention for many years.
TCU is the better candidate than Baylor because TCU is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth media market and they, while being associated with the Disciples of Christ, they are not governed by them. They’re not BYU or Baylor. The only issue with TCU is that they’re only a Tier-2 research university. Every school in the current Pac-12 and all of K-State, Oklahoma State, and Texas Tech are. Of course, if offered Pac-12 membership, there could be a cavaet that said invitation only will come if TCU makes an immediate commitment to increase their level of research to Tier-1 levels. That would be my ideal conference expansion lineup of the members availble. Not to mention the fact that I still have a soft spot a little bit for TCU due to Utah’s historical ties to them. Their program and University has improved a great deal since they joined the Big 12 ten years ago.
University of Utah Athletics youtube platform has been releasing a video highlight series on various trainers and coaches within the program, folks behind the curtain who assist in making our student-athletes the best they can be.
The latest is about Cody Lockling, the Associate Director of Sports Performance for Olympic Sports.
I am very impressed with him and others in the series. Our student-athletes are in solid, intelligent, professional hands.
utahutes.com article
Lightning burns the most acres nationwide. Brakeshoes and Powerlines are even higher.
I say ban them just because people are ANNOYING as hell with them. I am all about being less annoying. I don’t think it is about patriotism or any inalienable right either. I don’t even like the organized shows and the cost associated with them. Don’t even get me started on parades….GET OFF MY LAWN!
2017 source I googled.
I also just want to address the under-the-radar transfer happenings associated with Utah.
Nick Billoups, a dual threat, 85 rating, is in the transfer portal. I have no idea who he is but wish him luck.
Brumfield has chosen to go to Tulane. I wish him the best and thank him for his work on the hill.
TJ Green is headed to Liberty. Good luck my man!
Cameron Gardner, 82 WR is in the portal. Same as Billoups above, I have no idea who he is, but good luck!
Graham Faloona, an 83, is headed to the portal. My guess is he just got pushed out from all of the ridiculous talent we have at LB. good luck finding a home my friend! Thank you for your commitment.
Bronson Boyd, an 84 CB, is also in the portal. I remember a lot of people being really optimistic about this kid. I truly appreciate what he brought to the U. Thank you! Good luck wherever you land!
And shoutout to all of the walk-ons out there putting in the work. We win together. Thank you!
Utah @ 
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