Chandler Holt

About

Chandler Holt is a Digital Sports Producer with KSL Sports. Built on a love for basketball, Chandler attended the University of Utah with a career in sports media in mind. He graduated in the fall of 2022 with a Bachelor’s of Communications with a Journalism focus.

Expertise

  • Storytelling and Informing with News Writing
  • Talking sports, specifically the NBA, through radio appearances and podcasts
  • Certified on multiple Adobe platforms
  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for News & Sports Media

Experience

Digital Content Producer at KSL Sports (December 2022 – Present)

  • Writes sports articles on various teams in Utah
  • Co-hosts the Jazz Notes podcast
  • Leads the ‘Locals In The NFL’ beat
  • Specializes in Utah Jazz and Utah Utes writing

Digital Producer at KSL NewsRadio (March 2022 – December 2022)

  • Wrote articles about general news in the State of Utah
  • Helped run brand social media accounts
  • Wrote freelance articles for KSL Sports during this time

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications with a Journalism focus (University of Utah, 2023)

Achievements, Awards, and Coverage History

  • Helped the KSL Sports team introduce the NHL to Utah
    • Attended the Utah Hockey Club’s first game at Delta Center
  • Covered NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City in 2023
  • Covered the NBA, NHL, and NFL drafts in recent years
  • Covered UFC 291 and UFC 307 at Delta Center
  • Attended dozens of NBA, NHL, and MLS games

Dolphins Coach Mike McDaniel Says Zach Wilson Has “Been Through Some S—t”

It's no secret that the start to Zach Wilson’s NFL career has been tumultuous — marked by struggles on the field, coaching changes, and intense media scrutiny.
1 year ago

Tony Finau Slides Down U.S. Open Leaderboard On Moving Day, Shoots +4

Utah native and PGA Tour golfer Tony Finau dropped eight spots on the U.S. Open leaderboard during Saturday’s third round.
1 year ago

Cody Barton Praises Rookie QB Cam Ward: “It’s Pretty Special”

Although he got the best of him last week, former Utah LB Cody Barton had nothing but good things to say about rookie quarterback Cam Ward.
1 year ago

Puka Nacua Reveals Story Behind His Bizarre Instagram Handle

The story behind the Puka Nacua Instagram handle might be even funnier than the name itself. He explained it on the Games With Names podcast.
1 year ago

Utah Royals Winless Streak Continues With Home Loss To Gotham FC

The Utah Royals' struggles dragged on Friday as Gotham FC handed them a 3-0 loss at America First Field.
1 year ago

Davante Adams Impressed By New Teammate Puka Nacua At OTAs

At the Rams' OTAs, Davante Adams praised third-year wideout Puka Nacua, speaking highly of both his talent and character.
1 year ago

Delta Center To Reportedly Host In-State CBB Double Header

Utah and Utah State basketball will feature in a non-conference doubleheader on December 13 at Delta Center in downtown Salt Lake City.
1 year ago

Utah TE Dallen Bentley Poised For Bigger Role With Utes This Season

Heading into his junior campaign, Utah tight end Dallen Bentley is set to step into a bigger role for the Utes' offense.
1 year ago

Kalani Sitake On Weylin Lapuaho: ‘Fantastic Guard’ Who Leads With Grit And Smarts

Headed into his senior season, BYU offensive lineman Weylin Lapuaho is set to make a big impact in the trenches for the Cougars.
1 year ago

Two Bills Locals Looking To Bounce Back From 2024 Injuries

Two Utah NFL locals are working back from injuries and looking to help the Buffalo Bills contend for a Super Bowl berth in the 2025 season.
1 year ago

Jordan Clarkson Recognized With Yet Another All-LeagueFits Team Selection

Jordan Clarkson was named to the All-LeagueFits first team, his seventh straight selection and sixth time on the first team.
1 year ago

Jazz CEO Danny Ainge Speaks On NBA Prospects, Drafting Mindset

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge has an impressive track record in the NBA Draft, and he hopes to help the Utah Jazz hit on their picks later this month.
1 year ago

Federal Judge Approves $2.8B Settlement, Opening Door For College Athlete Compensation

On Friday, Federal Judge Claudia Wilken greenlighted the NCAA deal that will allow colleges to directly pay its student-athletes.
1 year ago

Late Red Card, Racing Louisville Goal Lead To Utah Royals Loss

The Utah Royals fought hard but ultimately left Lynn Family Stadium empty-handed with a 3-2 loss to Racing Louisville FC on Friday.
1 year ago

Bianca St-Georges Equalizes For Utah Royals Late In First Half

After conceding two straight goals, Utah were in desperate need of an equalizer. Bianca St-Georges gave the club just that on a run-out.
1 year ago

Brecken Mozingo Opens Scoring Early For Utah Against Louisville

Utah Royals forward Brecken Mozingo put the Utah Royals on the board in the opening minutes against Racing Louisville FC on Friday.
1 year ago

Puka Nacua Gets Shout-Out On Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter VI’ Album

A Puka Nacua lyric on Lil Wayne's newest album, Tha Carter VI? The rapper fit the former BYU star into his rhyme scheme on "Mula Komin In."
1 year ago

Jazz CEO Danny Ainge Speaks On Big Game Hunting, What Went Wrong

Utah Jazz CEO of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge caused a stir amongst fans last year when he said the team would be "big game hunting."
1 year ago

Danny Ainge On Next Season’s Jazz Team: “It Will Be More Fun”

Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge is excited about the future of the team and expects the on-court product to be better, as soon as next season.
1 year ago

‘Logan Drooly’ To Represent Utah Mammoth In NHL’s Stanley Pup

For the second straight year, the NHL is bringing back the Stanley Pup. One dog will represent each team in the league.
1 year ago

Utah Jazz Hire Austin Ainge As President Of Basketball Operations

In a full-circle moment, the Utah Jazz named Austin Ainge their new President of Basketball Operations on Monday.
1 year ago

Tony Finau Ends Even, Finishes T31 In Memorial Tournament At +5 Overall

Utah native and PGA Tour golfer Tony Finau bounced back from his poor third round but still failed to crack the top 30 at the Memorial Tournament.
1 year ago

Real Salt Lake Falls As LA Galaxy Pick Up First Win Of Season

Real Salt Lake suffered a 2-0 defeat to the previously winless LA Galaxy on Saturday, extending their own winless streak to seven matches.
1 year ago

Tony Finau Falls Out Of Contention At Memorial Tournament After Rough Third Round

Utah native Tony Finau had his worst round at the Memorial Tournament and is seemingly out of contention heading into the final round.
1 year ago