Tom Hackett

Tom Hackett moved to Utah from Melbourne, Australia in 2012 after joining the University of Utah Football team as the punter. During his four year stint at the University of Utah, Tom was awarded the Ray Guy award (the best punter in the world award) two years in a row. He is a two-time All-America, a member of the Pac 12 all century team, and holds many punting records at the University of Utah. After his career ended with the Utes, he signed an undrafted free agent contract with the New York Jets. Tom started working with Bonneville Media in January 2019. He is the host of Special Forces Gang Podcast along with Andy Phillips and is in the process of developing Bonneville’s newest Podcast, Real Salt Lake. Tom currently lives in Salt Lake city with his wife Kate and best friend and lover of the mountains Berkeley The Dog. Tom is passionate about golfing, exercising, cooking and spending times with the ones he loves the most.

USA, Iran Fans Mingle In Qatar Ahead Of World Cup Clash

Smiling USA and Iranian fans mingled and posed for photos outside a stadium in Doha ahead of a politically charged World Cup match.
4 years ago

Netherlands Beats Host Qatar 2-0 To Advance At World Cup

The Netherlands comfortably defeated host nation Qatar to reach the Round of 16 and book a spot in the knockout rounds of the 2022 World Cup.
4 years ago

Real Salt Lake Partners With SeatGeek Ahead Of 2023 Season

Real Salt Lake has announced a new and exciting partnership with SeatGeek that will enhance the fan experience at America First Field.
4 years ago

Senegal Advances To Last 16 At World Cup, Beats Ecuador 2-1

Kalidou Koulibaly of Senegal led his team into the last 16 of the World Cup by volleying home the winning goal in a 2-1 victory over Ecuador.
4 years ago

Portugal Advances To Last 16, Beats Uruguay 2-0 At World Cup

Bruno Fernandes was eventually credited with the goal that set up Portugal’s 2-0 win over Uruguay, advancing the team into the last 16.
4 years ago

Germany Salvages 1-1 Draw Against Spain At World Cup

Germany scored late against Spain to salvage a draw and to keep its World Cup hopes alive entering the final group stage game.
4 years ago

Croatia Downs Canada 4-1 At World Cup

Croatia bounced back strong from a poor start and knocked Canada right out of its first World Cup in 36 years.
4 years ago

Morocco Pulls Off Another World Cup Upset, Beats Belgium 2-0

Morocco pulled off yet another World Cup shock, and it was Belgium’s aging “Golden Generation” that took the hit this time.
4 years ago

Costa Rica Rallies To Beat Japan 1-0 In Group E Of World Cup

Essentially written off after being battered by Spain in their opening World Cup game, Keysher Fuller has changed everything for Costa Rica.
4 years ago

Australia’s Emotions Run High After Rare World Cup Win

Mitchell Duke of Australia celebrated scoring the winning goal by forming a “J” with his fingers in a tribute to his son, who was present.
4 years ago

Mbappe Scores Brace, France Reaches Knockout Stage

The French became the first defending champions to reach the round of 16 at the World Cup since Brazil in 2006, beating Denmark 2-1.
4 years ago

Messi Leads Argentina To 2-0 Win Over Mexico At World Cup

Lionel Messi was almost in tears as he grabbed his jersey in front of Argentina’s celebrating fans, then blew a kiss and looked to the sky.
4 years ago

United States Frustrates England Again At A World Cup

The United States frustrated England in a 0-0 draw on Friday for its second consecutive tie in the World Cup.
4 years ago

Belgium Spoils Canada’s World Cup Return With 1-0 Win

Belgium didn’t live up to the hype of being the second-ranked team despite starting the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Canada.
4 years ago

Young Spain Squad Routs Costa Rica 7-0 At World Cup

The 18-year-old midfielder, Gavi, led the way as Spain pulled off the biggest World Cup victory in its history, routing Costa Rica 7-0.
4 years ago

Bobby Wood To Join New England Revolution

Former Real Salt Lake striker Bobby Wood will join the New England Revolution after being selected in the MLS Re-Entry Draft on Tuesday.
4 years ago

Report: David Ochoa To Sign With Liga MX Club

Former Real Salt Lake goalkeeper David Ochoa is reportedly on the move again and will join Liga MX side club Atletico San Luis. 
4 years ago

USA Settles For Point In Opening World Cup Game Against Wales

The United States drew 1-1 with Wales to open its 2022 World Cup campaign and now awaits England on Black Friday.
4 years ago

Tim Weah Opens USMNT World Cup Scoring

Tim Weah scored the first goal of the United States World Cup campaign following his 35th minute goal against Wales.
4 years ago

US Battles Injuries, Idleness Ahead Of World Cup Opener

Injuries and idleness run throughout the United States roster ahead of Monday’s opening World Cup match against Wales.
4 years ago

David Blitzer Adds Danish Club To European Portfolio

World-renowned Danish club Brøndby IF was purchased by Global Football Holdings (GFH), the investment vehicle for Blitzer.
4 years ago

Savarino, Ojeda Named To National Team Rosters

Jefferson Savarino has been named to the Venezuelan national team while midfielder Braian Ojeda has been named to the Paraguay roster.
4 years ago

Tony Finau Secures Houston Open Victory

Tony Finau has won the Houston Open by a comfortable four strokes following four rounds that culminated in a 16-under-par performance. 
4 years ago

Real Salt Lake Survives St. Louis City SC Expansion Draft

Real Salt Lake survived another expansion draft after St. Louis City SC did not pick any of the 11 players that were unprotected. 
4 years ago