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

Sean Durzi Snipes Top Corner For First Utah Hockey Club Goal

After missing over 50 games, Utah Hockey Club defenseman Sean Durzi scored his first goal of the season against the Minnesota Wild.
2 years ago

Goals, Grit, And Gloves Dropped: Utah Muscles Into Early Lead Over Wild

The first period between the Utah Hockey Club and Minnesota Wild at Delta Center was the ultimate hockey experience.
2 years ago

Barrett Hayton Scores On Power Play, Gives Utah Early Lead Against Wild

With a power play opportunity, Barrett Hayton capitalized to give the Utah Hockey Club an early lead at home against the Minnesota Wild.
2 years ago

Real Salt Lake Finalizes Roster For 2025 MLS Season

On Thursday, Real Salt Lake confirmed the composition of its senior and supplemental roster, international roster spots, and U-22 initiative players.
2 years ago

Utah AD Mark Harlan Opens Up About Big 12 Transition, Kyle Whittingham’s Return

Utah Athletics Director Mark Harlan and the Utes are more than halfway through their inaugural Big 12 year and they're taking nothing for granted.
2 years ago

Ryan Smith On Rebuild: “We’re Hoping To Do Something Different From Jazz History”

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith opened up about the Jazz's rebuild and the symbiotic relationship between the NBA and NHL franchises.
2 years ago

How To Watch USA Vs. Canada Hockey In 4 Nations Face-Off Championship

Here is how to watch, stream, and listen to the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game between the USA and Canada at TD Garden on Thursday.
2 years ago

Kyle Van Noy Reflects On Rough Start At BYU With Fred Warner

Former BYU linebacker Kyle Van Noy joined fellow Cougar alum Fred Warner on The Warner House podcast earlier this month.
2 years ago

Keyonte George Nails Three In All-Star Game With Rising Stars Squad

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George got a bid into the All-Star tournament with the Rising Stars team and matched up with some of the NBA's best.
2 years ago

Tony Finau Finishes In Top Five At Genesis Invitational With Strong Finish

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Utah native and PGA Tour golfer Tony Finau climbed into the top five at the Genesis Invitational after a great performance on the fourth and final day. The 99th Genesis Open took place at the Torrey Pines South Course in San Diego, California, from Thursday, February 13, to Sunday, February 16. […]
2 years ago

Utah State Basketball Succumbs To New Mexico Comeback In The Pit

Utah State basketball fought hard for 40 minutes but came up short in a three-point loss to the New Mexico Lobos at The Pit on Sunday.
2 years ago

Top Locals In The NFL Performances From 2024 Season

While the NFL season is over, it was a year to remember for Utah’s NFL locals. Let's look back at some of the best single-game performances.
2 years ago

Tony Finau Makes Cut At Genesis Invitational Following Solid Second Round

Utah native and PGA Tour golfer Tony Finau made the cut at The Genesis Invitational after putting up a solid round two on Friday.
2 years ago

How To Watch, Stream, Listen To NBA All-Star Weekend

2025 NBA All-Star Weekend is finally here. Here is how to watch, stream, and listen to all of the festivities.
2 years ago

Clippers Duo Sinks Jazz, Utah Falls In Overtime Before All-Star Break

The Utah Jazz fought hard for over 50 minutes but ultimately came up short in an overtime loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday.
2 years ago

Young Core Shows Out As Utah Jazz Take Big Lead Over Clippers

The Utah Jazz were firing on all cylinders in the first half against the LA Clippers and the team's young players were a big reason for that.
2 years ago

Jazz Notes Standings: Where Does Utah Stand At All-Star Weekend?

The Utah Jazz are in the thick of a race for top odds in the 2025 NBA Draft. Where do they currently sit in the association?
2 years ago

Puka Nacua, Luka Doncic Swap Jerseys Following LA Lakers Debut

Following the much-anticipated Lakers debut of Luka Doncic, the NBA superstar swapped jerseys with fellow Los Angeles sports star Puka Nacua.
2 years ago

Utah Jazz Fall Short, Lakers Strike Gold In Luka Doncic’s Debut

The Utah Jazz were on the wrong end of a blowout at Cypto.com Arena as the Los Angeles Lakers started the Luka Doncic era off on the right foot.
2 years ago

John Collins, Lauri Markkanen Start Strong In Los Angeles

Utah Jazz forwards John Collins and Lauri Markkanen were able to get off on the right foot with the NBA world watching.
2 years ago

Eagles Dominate First Half Of Super Bowl En Route To 24-0 Lead

The Philadelphia Eagles could do no wrong on either side of the ball in the first half of Super Bowl LIX as they soared to a 24-0 lead by halftime.
2 years ago

Andy Reid Highlights His Faith In Choice Of Favorite Book Trilogy

At Super Bowl LIX opening night, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid gave a great answer when asked about his favorite book trilogy.
2 years ago

Former BYU WR Puka Nacua Reacts To Cooper Kupp Trade News

Puka Nacua took to social media after finding out his receiver running mate and mentor Cooper Kupp would be moving on from Los Angeles.
2 years ago

Utah Hockey Club Thrashed By Carolina Hurricanes In Blowout Loss

The Utah Hockey Club couldn't keep the magic from their previous games alive as they fell to the Carolina Hurricanes in a blowout loss on Saturday.
2 years ago