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Been a Utah professional sports fan for almost 20 years now. Studied at Snow College and became the Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for their men's and women's basketball. Just graduated from Utah Valley University in PR and Strategic Communication. Started with The Lead in October 2025 and since earned contributor of the month.

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Apr 19, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center Brett Howden (21) grabs the jersey of Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) during the first period of game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Is It Too Early to Declare the JJ Peterka Trade a Bust for the Mammoth?

The second season for the Utah Mammoth was full of highs and lows. In their second season ever, they made the postseason for...

May 25, 2026
May 10, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington Wizards former player John Wall, Utah Jazz former player Keynote George, Memphis Grizzlies former player Tayshaun Prince and Chicago Bulls former player Toni Kukoc pose for a photo during the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery at Navy Pier. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Jazz Writer Chandler Holt Gives Perspective on Utah’s Historic Lottery

After years of hardship and suffering, the Utah Jazz finally struck gold in the NBA Lottery. The date May 10, 2026, the date...

May 18, 2026
May 1, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Vegas Golden Knights and Utah Mammoth shake hands after game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Physicality and Experience Drove the Utah Mammoth to Extinction

Game 6 did not go according to plan for the Utah Mammoth. After a heartbreaking Game 5, the young squad felt confident they...

May 12, 2026
Apr 27, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing Clayton Keller (9) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Mammoth Need Top Line to Step Up in Order to Beat Golden Knights

Before the Stanley Cup Playoffs started, many talking pundits and fans alike counted out the Utah Mammoth to even win a playoff series. Their...

April 29, 2026
Dec 15, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) holds the ball as Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) defends at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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A Coin Flip Controlled the Jazz’s Lottery Destiny

Does a coin toss determine whether the Utah Jazz keep their pick this season? The answer is somewhat complicated. Although people call it...

April 28, 2026
Nov 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) and guard Ace Bailey (19) react to a play against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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The Utah Jazz’s Rebuild is Finally Over

This season, the Utah Jazz closed the door on one of the most grueling chapters in the team’s history. Since the 2022-23 season,...

April 21, 2026
Apr 7, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth defenseman Sean Durzi (50) and goaltender Karel Vejmelka (70) celebrate and overtime win over the against the Edmonton Oilers at Delta Center.
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The Mammoth Wouldn’t Be in the Playoffs Without Karel Vejmelka

In his youth, Karel Vejmelka begged his father to help him become a hockey goaltender. While hesitant at first, his father eventually granted...

April 21, 2026
Mar 19, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Bez Mbeng (21) dribbles as the clock runs out to end the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Why Did the Utah Jazz Sign Bez Mbeng?

On March 13, the Utah Jazz signed Bez Mbeng to a ten-day contract. Who knew the deal would become a dream come true...

April 14, 2026
Mar 25, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Blake Hinson (2) celebrates after scoring a three point basket and getting fouled during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images
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Blake Hinson Deserves a Roster Spot on the Utah Jazz

Nobody in Utah knew the name Blake Hinson until February 9. On that day, the NBA announced that the Utah Jazz signed the...

April 8, 2026
Dec 23, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing Clayton Keller (9) in the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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The Mammoth’s Playoff Success Rests on Clayton Keller

The Utah Mammoth are on the cusp of obtaining their first official playoff berth in franchise history. This season also marks six years...

April 7, 2026
Mar 24, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Utah Mammoth celebrate a goal by Utah Mammoth left wing Lawson Crouse (67) against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Utah Grizzlies Helped Pass the Hockey Torch to The Utah Mammoth

The story of the Utah Mammoth moving to Utah belongs in the history books. After the end of their season, on April 18,...

March 25, 2026
Feb 21, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (00) reacts to a shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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How Big Was Jordan Clarkson’s Impact on Utah?

SALT LAKE CITY–Who knew that the number double zero would become so iconic in the state of Utah? Jordan Clarkson recently made his...

March 24, 2026
Oct 22, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24) dunks against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Is the Price Right for Walker Kessler to Stay with Jazz?

Ever since his trade to the Utah Jazz, Walker Kessler has continued to prove he belongs in the NBA. Kessler became the first...

March 18, 2026
Mar 12, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth defenseman Mackenzie Weegar (52) warms up before a game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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MacKenzie Weegar’s Passion, Generosity Will Strengthen Mammoth

“My cousin, Craig Rivet, inspired me to play hockey, as well as my parents,” said new Utah Mammoth defenseman MacKenzie Weegar in a...

March 18, 2026