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

Chase Roberts, Darius Lassiter On BYU’s Second Year In Big 12: ‘We’ve Figured It Out’

BYU wide receivers Chase Roberts and Darius Lassiter are ready to help the Cougars have a big second season in the Big 12 Conference.
2 years ago

BYU Athletics Director Tom Holmoe: Every Big 12 Game Is A ‘Toss-Up’

BYU AD Tom Holmoe and the Cougars are going into their second year as a member of the Big 12 Conference and they couldn't be happier.
2 years ago

Kyle Whittingham, Utah Looks To Stay Healthy, Win Championship In 2024

Utah Football head coach Kyle Whittingham has a clear goal in mind as the Utes take on the Big 12 Conference in 2024.
2 years ago

Junior Tafuna, Karene Reid Ready To Wreck Havoc On Big 12 Offenses

Both Junior Tafuna and Karene Reid are ready to show Big 12 offenses what the Utah Utes defense is all about. 
2 years ago

Cam Rising, Brant Kuithe Ready To Take On New Challenges In Big 12 Conference

Utah Football's Cam Rising and Brant Kuithe spoke on the state of college athletics and the move to a new conference at the Big 12 Media Days.
2 years ago

Utah AD Mark Harlan On First Year In Big 12: ‘This Is A Great Fit For Us’

It's an important time for the University of Utah and athletics director Mark Harlan believes the school is in a great spot in the Big 12.
2 years ago

Cosmo Cougar Brings Heat With Nike Shoes, Swoop’s First B12 Media Day

It was nothing but smiles and good vibes at the Big 12 Media Days. Swoop met some new friends and Cosmo brought some fire shoes.
2 years ago

Jessica Parratto Looks To Improve On Historic 2020 Olympic Performance

American diver Jessica Parratto made history at the 2020 Olympic Games and aims to do so again in Paris this summer.
2 years ago

Big 12 Media Days Blog: Live Updates, Analysis, And More From Las Vegas

The Big 12 Conference Media Days are here as the college football season draws nearer. Check back here for live updates.
2 years ago

Real Salt Lake Catches Fire In Second Half, Downs Atlanta United FC

Real Salt Lake had one of its best halves of the season to secure a big 5-2 win over the Atlanta United FC on Saturday.
2 years ago

Former Utah RB Zack Moss Attends RSL Game Against Atlanta

Former Utah Football standout Zack Moss was in attendance for Real Salt Lake's home game against Atlanta on Saturday.
2 years ago

How To Watch, Stream, Listen To Big 12 Media Days In Las Vegas

From where to watch and listen to who to follow for coverage, here is how you can stay updated with the Big 12 Media Days.
2 years ago

Utah HC President Chris Armstrong: “We Want To Create The Best Fan Experience”

Leading up to the Utah Hockey Club intra-squad scrimmage, president Chris Armstrong and others spoke with the media.
2 years ago

Former Utah RB Zack Moss Speaks On NFL Start, Transition To Cincinnati

Former Utah RB Zack Moss joined the KSL Sports Zone to talk about his time in Indianapolis and whats next with the Cincinnati Bengals.
2 years ago

U.S. Swimmer Kate Douglass Splits Time Between Olympic Journey, College Classes

Being an Olympian and going to college both take a lot dedication. Kate Douglass has done both since making her Olympic debut in 2020 .
2 years ago

Real Salt Lake Gets Ball Rolling Again In Win Over Houston Dynamo FC

Real Salt Lake got back in the win column with a big 3-2 victory over the Houston Dynamo FC at home on Wednesday.
2 years ago

Braian Ojeda Scores First MLS Goal To Put Real Salt Lake In Front

Braian Ojeda scored his first MLS goal at a very opportune time to give Real Salt Lake a lead over the Houston Dynamo FC.
2 years ago

Diego Luna Gives Real Salt Lake Lead With Heater From Top Of Box

Diego Luna gave Real Salt Lake a late first-half lead over the Houston Dynamo FC with an absolute banger from the top of the box.
2 years ago

Andres Gomez Shows Off Speed, Scores Equalizer Against Houston Dynamo FC

After conceding an early goal, Real Salt Lake was on the hunt for a first-half equalizer and Andres Gomez gave the club just that.
2 years ago

U.S. Swimmer Bobby Finke Looks To Add To Olympic Medal Cabinet In Paris

SALT LAKE CITY – American swimmer Bobby Finke will head to Paris this summer with eyes on his third Olympic gold medal. Finke won gold for the U.S. in the 800-meter and 1500-meter freestyles at the 2020 Tokyo Games. Bobby Finke reflects on qualifying for his second Olympics. #SwimTrials pic.twitter.com/M9IDWtrp3m — NBC Olympics & Paralympics […]
2 years ago

Olympians Share Their Love Stories As Countdown To Paris Olympics Begins

Paris hosts the Summer Olympics later this month and some U.S. Olympians are taking the chance to look back on their own love stories.
2 years ago

NHL Announces 82-Game Schedule For Inaugural Utah Hockey Club Season

The NHL released the full 2024-25 schedule on Tuesday and Utah Hockey Club fans now know what the team's inaugural season looks like.
2 years ago

Utah Hockey Club Signs Defenseman Juuso Valimaki To Two-Year Contract

After a busy two days at the NHL Draft, the Utah Hockey Club announced that they signed defenseman Juuso Valimaki to a two-year contract.
2 years ago

Utah Hockey Club Makes 11 Selections, Three Trades At 2024 NHL Draft

The Utah Hockey Club was very active at the franchise's first-ever NHL Draft, making 11 selections and three trades.
2 years ago