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Michelle Bodkin

Michelle Bodkin is a Salt Lake City native who covers University of Utah Athletics for KSL Sports. Michelle got her start in sports as an intern with ESPN700 in 2013, later moving on to UteZone where she spent eight seasons writing about the Utes. Through her near decade of covering sports, Michelle also spent time as an intern with ABC 4 and was the "Coaches Assistant" for College Hall of Fame coach Dennis Erickson during the Salt Lake Stallions' ill-fated run in spring of 2019 with the Alliance of American Football League. Michelle graduated from the University of Utah in 2011 with a bachelor's in psychology and minor in sociology, both of which she uses constantly to connect with the coaches and student athletes she covers while telling their stories. While chopping up sports stats is fun, Michelle's true passion shines through her story-telling abilities bringing the how and the why to the teams she covers.

Kenneth Scott: This Moment Was Everything To Me

Former Utah wide receiver Kenneth Scott has been a part of some of the biggest moments in Utah football history, but coming back to his alma mater and performing at halftime during Homecoming Week might top them all

4 years ago

Clark Phillips III, Cam Rising Meme Goes Viral, Now On A T-Shirt

Cornerback Clark Phillips III and quarterback Cam Rising had really big days for the Utes last weekend against Oregon State which spurned on a funny meme that fans can now buy as a t-shirt.

4 years ago

Will Tavion Thomas Play This Weekend?

It's no secret that running back Tavion Thomas has been a big part of Utah football's offensive identity since last season. It's also no secret that he's been rather absent the first part of the season.

4 years ago

Sharrieff Shah: I’m So Happy With The Level Of Consistency

However, even with the details Shah still would like to see improved, he is also happy with the level of consistency with which the defense is starting to play at.

4 years ago

The Utes Rally Behind Jaylen Dixon’s Success

Utah wide receiver Jaylen Dixon has had a very unconventional path through his college career with the Utes.

4 years ago

Clark Phillips III Recognized Again, Utah Picking Up Steam

Phillips has been recognized for a second time on the national stage for his incredible performance last week, this time coming from the Chuck Bednarik Award recognizing him as their Player of the Week.

4 years ago

Clark Phillips III Named Pac-12 Defender Of The Week

The Utes got their first Pac-12 honors of the 2022 season after cornerback Clark Phillips III was named Defender of the Week for his three-interception game against Oregon State last weekend.

4 years ago

#11 Utah Football Preparing For Top 25 Showdown Saturday

#11 Utah football is preparing for their first Top 25 showdown of the 2022 season against the #18 UCLA Bruins this Saturday.

4 years ago

Time, Channel Announced For Utes’ Biggest Home Game

Many have had #6 USC's visit to Rice-Eccles Stadium on October 15th circled since the schedule was release, and now we finally have a time and channel.

4 years ago

Clark Phillips III Earns National Recognition For Performance

Utah cornerback Clark Phillips III put everyone on high alert during the Rose Bowl that he's one of the best players currently in college football.

4 years ago

Utah, BYU Move Up In Latest AP Poll Release

Slow and steady wins the race and that is exactly what Utah and BYU are doing with their positioning in the AP Top 25 Poll.

4 years ago

Whittingham: Utes Take Another Step Forward In Pac-12 Play

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham was overall pleased with the Utes' effort against Oregon State, noting they took another step forward.

4 years ago

Instant Takeaways From Utah’s Domination Of Oregon State

This was an odd game for #12 Utah. They handled Oregon State pretty well 42-16, but the stats don't necessarily show that.

4 years ago

Oregon State Has Pieces To Give #12 Utah A Good Fight

Oregon State has the pieces to give #12 Utah a good fight if they are allowed to.

4 years ago

Lynne Roberts Excited To Celebrate Title IX With Utah Football

Utah football will be doing their part to honor their female counterparts during Saturday's game against Oregon State and head women's basketball coach Lynne Roberts is excited about what the opportunity means for the continued advancement of Title IX in the future.

4 years ago

Three Things To Watch: Oregon State Vs. #12 Utah

Both teams will be coming into game time with something to prove. Here are three things to watch Saturday afternoon between the #12 Utes and the Beavers.

4 years ago

Who Could Replace Brant Kuithe’s Production For Utah?

Loosing a player like tight end Brant Kuithe for the season is not ideal for the Utes, but it's also not the end of the world.

4 years ago

Lynne Roberts, Utah Women’s Basketball Prepare For New Season

Utah women's basketball head coach Lynne Roberts is off and running ahead of what many hope will be another successful season for the Utes.

4 years ago

Utah Athletics Celebrating 50 Years Of Title IX This Weekend

Utah Athletics announced this afternoon the opening of their online auction to benefit Utes with Wings- a program dedicated to supporting women in sports at the University of Utah as part of their celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Title IX this weekend.

4 years ago

Utah Reveals “Homecoming” Uniforms Against Oregon State At The Pie

It's Homecoming Weekend up on the hill which means Utah football will be wearing their "Homecoming" uniforms against Oregon State.

4 years ago

Burned By Oregon State Last Year, Utah’s Run Defense Improves

Utah is about to host Oregon State this weekend and the run defense will be a huge priority in stopping the Beavers.

4 years ago

Kuithe Shares Message Of Encouragement After Season Ending Injury

Since the injury last weekend, Kuithe has been silent until he posted a message of encouragement and thanks to his Twitter Tuesday afternoon.

4 years ago

Utah Running Back Ja’Quinden Jackson Finding Joy In A New Position

It's hard to argue few have had as tough of a time over the past few years as newly minted running back Ja'Quinden Jackson has, but he says he's finding new joy in the game again.

4 years ago

With Brant Kuithe Out, Thomas Yassmin Could Shine

With start tight end Brant Kuithe out for the year, the Utes will most likely be turning to rugby phenom turned tight end Thomas Yassmin to shine in his place.

4 years ago