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Steve Bartle

Steve Bartle is a seasoned sports media member specializing in Utah Athletics, an insider with nearly 10 years of experience covering the school. He has covered multiple Pac-12 Conference championship games and bowl games, including the 2021 and 2022 Rose Bowl games, as well as conference basketball and baseball tournaments, and Utah’s transition to the Big 12 Conference.

He hosts Utah and Big 12 podcasts on KSL Sports. He has earned certification through The Scouting Academy, a curriculum designed to teach the process of scouting football players. Thanks to his experience, he has developed a solid understanding of college athletics, talent evaluation, recruiting, and media coverage.

Defensive Lapses Doom Utah In 92-85 Loss To Cal Poly

SALT LAKE CITY— Utah’s home crowd came ready to see Alex Jensen’s squad build on early-season progress. Instead, they got a 40-minute lesson in what happens when a defense refuses to wake up. The Utes were outmuscled, outshot, and out-executed by Cal Poly in an 92–85 loss that exposed glaring issues guarding bigger guards and […]
11 months ago

Utah Wants Devon Dampier, Byrd Ficklin Back In 2026, But Will NIL Be Enough?

A season like Utah's has lead to greater interest and publicity for Devon Dampier, Byrd Ficklin but will NIL be enough to bring them back in 2026?
11 months ago

Utah Survives The Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons In 85-77 Win

Utah came into the night looking to build momentum, instead they got way more than they bargained for against the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons.
11 months ago

Utah Basketball Starts 4–0 Under Alex Jensen — Not Perfect, But Purposeful

Alex Jensen's Utah basketball program's first four games tell a story— not of flawless execution, but of a team laying the foundation.
11 months ago

Takeaways From Kyle Whittingham’s Kansas State Week Press Conference

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham addressed the media on Monday, a Kansas State week press conference and he hit on a number of topics.
11 months ago

Despite Concerning Defensive Showing, Utah Dominates Baylor 55-28

Utah went into Baylor's house, without their best defensive effort, went wire-to-wire with the lead, and still earned a commanding 27-point margin of victory.
12 months ago

Utah Vs Baylor Game Preview, Score Prediction

Utah is on the road to take on the Baylor Bears in an important Big 12 showdown, here is the game preview and score prediction.
12 months ago

Alex Jensen, Utah Basketball Welcome The 2026 Class Signees

Alex Jensen’s first recruiting class sets the tone for Utah, and infuses good talent, versatility, and potential into the program.
12 months ago

Player Leadership Has Been Key To Utah’s Success In 2025

Whatever the final record, however, this much is clear: the culture and mindset has been re-established by Utah’s leaders this season, that's significant for the future of the program.
12 months ago

Initial Availability Report For No. 13 Utah Vs Baylor

SALT LAKE CITY — The Utes will travel to to Waco, Tx. to take on the Baylor Bears in a matchup that carries real weight Kyle Whittingham’s program, and on Wednesday the initial availability report was released. Utah is coming off its second bye week after consecutive dominating wins over Colorado and Cincinnati. They turn […]
12 months ago

Utah Improves To 3-0, Following 87-69 Win Over Holy Cross

The Runnin' Utes handled Holy Cross 87–69 and provided a clearer picture of where the foundation is being laid under Alex Jensen. 
12 months ago

Takeaways From Kyle Whittingham’s Baylor Week Press Conference

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham addressed the media on Monday, a Baylor week press conference and he hit on a number of topics.
12 months ago

Utah Lands Commitment From JUCO Forward Zati Loubaki

Utah landed a valuable commitment in the form of JUCO forward Zati Loubaki, who recently visited Alex Jensen's program.
12 months ago

Utah Survives Weber State Scare, 92-89, In Overtime Thriller

Thanks to the heroics of the starting backcourt, Utah surged late, sent it to overtime, and emerged with the a 92-89 victory over the Weber State Wildcats. 
12 months ago

Utah, BYU Debut In First College Football Playoff Ranking Of 2025

For the first time in this new Big 12 era, both Utah and BYU opened inside the Top 25 of the College Football Playoff Ranking.
12 months ago

The Alex Jensen Era Begins With Utah Defeating San Jose State, 84-75

For an opening night, in the first steps of the new Alex Jensen era, Utah basketball looked like something fans can get behind again.
12 months ago

Utah Women’s Basketball Opens Season With 88-62 Win Over Sioux Falls

Utah women's basketball showed off balance and potential in season-opening win over Sioux Falls, 88-62.
12 months ago

Kickoff Time, TV Information Announced For No. 17 Utah Football at Baylor

The Utah Football team will travel to Waco, TX for an evening kickoff time on a preferred TV channel for the road matchup with Baylor.
12 months ago

Utah’s Mana Carvalho Silenced The Hate On 75-Yard Punt Return

Utah's Mana Carvalho silenced the haters on his 75-yard punt return against Cincinnati, the knockout blow in the Utes upset.
12 months ago

Five Takeaways From Utah’s 45-14 Demolition Of Cincinnati

SALT LAKE CITY— From sunrise at ESPN’s College GameDay to a packed blackout crowd after dark, Saturday belonged to Utah. The No. 24 Utes didn’t just beat No. 17 Cincinnati — they steamrolled the Bearcats 45–14, handing them their first Big 12 loss and reigniting Utah’s push in the conference race. Utah not only gave […]
12 months ago

Utah Seized Control Early, Closed With 45-14 Statement Win Over The Cincinnati Bearcats

Utah's big momentum plays allowed them to pull away from the Bearcats, securing a 45–14 win in a late night ranked Big 12 showdown.
12 months ago

Initial Availability Report For No. 17 Cincinnati Vs No. 24 Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah turns the page to Week 10, and the stakes jump dramatically. No. 24 Utah hosts No. 17 Cincinnati in a matchup that carries real weight in the Big 12 race, and once again, availability and quarterback clarity will be central storylines. This time, though, the conversation feels different. Utah is […]
1 year ago

Utah Picks Up Big In-State Commitment Mataalii Benjamin

Utah picked up a commitment from another gifted offensive lineman and in-state prospect, Mataalii Benjamin.
1 year ago

New Hand Painted Helmet For Utah Football Revealed

Utah unveiled this year's hand-painted helmet, set to be worn against Iowa State. It pays homage to the Polynesian culture in the program.
1 year ago