By: Southern Utah University Journal Staff CEDAR CITY, UTAH — Multi-sport athletes are a rare phenomenon. From Michael Jordan, who played professional basketball and baseball, to Deion Sanders, the only person to compete in both a Super Bowl and a World Series, these versatile talents leave an indelible mark on sports history.   Southern Utah…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz   CEDAR CITY, Utah – Hosting in-state rival Utah State on Monday night, the SUU gymnastics team secured a 196.475-195.725 win. Brinlee Christensen had a meet to remember for the T-birds, winning the all-around title with a 39.325 score. Christensen tallied scores of 9.850 (vault), 9.750 (bars), 9.800 (beam), and…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz   CEDAR CITY, Utah – Opening the home portion of its 2025 schedule against conference foe Sacramento State, the SUU gymnastics team cruised to a 196.150-192.725 win on Friday night. First rotation Southern Utah began the dual meet on the vault, securing a score of 48.700. Ellie Cacciola got things…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz    LAS VEGAS – The Southern Utah University softball team opened its season over the weekend, traveling to Las Vegas and taking part in the UNLV Desert Classic. SUU played five games over three days, securing their first win of the season on Saturday. Below are brief recaps of all…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz  The Southern Utah basketball teams faced Abilene Christian on Saturday, with the Wildcats securing victories over the Thunderbirds. Here are recaps of both games, beginning with the men’s basketball 84-70 loss and then the women’s basketball 74-52 defeat. Men’s basketball The men’s basketball team could not build on its Thursday…

By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics   CEDAR CITY, Utah – Announced by Southern Utah University, Bruce and Melody Hughes have made an extraordinary six-figure estate gift to the Southern Utah University Department of Athletics. This generous contribution will specifically support women’s sports, with a focus on the Southern Utah Women’s Basketball program. The Hughes family,…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz Both Southern Utah basketball teams were in action on Thursday night, as the women hosted Cal Baptist while the men battled the Lancers on the road. The women’s basketball team faltered in the second half, losing 69-66 after holding a 15-point halftime lead. Conversely, the men secured a close 60-57…

By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – The Flippin’ Birds are soaring with the first Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Weekly Awards sweep of the season. After a dominant road win over BYU and UC Davis, Taylor Gull took Specialist of the Week, Mia Hampton earned Freshman of the Week, and Brinlee Christensen locked down Gymnast of the Week honors. Head…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz The Southern Utah men’s and women’s basketball teams were in action on Saturday as both faced the Tarleton State Texans. The men’s team was ultimately defeated on the road 75-58, while the women’s squad fell at home, 74-53. Here are recaps of both games from Saturday, beginning with the home…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz Making a return trip to Provo, the SUU gymnastics team recorded the top finish at the Friday night tri-meet, scoring 195.825. The T-birds defeated BYU (195.550) and UC Davis (194.100) to continue their strong start to the season. The Flippin’ Birds notched the event’s top scores on the floor exercise…

By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics   CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah University Athletics is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the next class of the SUU Athletics Hall of Fame! Do you know an outstanding former Thunderbird athlete, coach, staff member, or contributor who has left a lasting impact on SUU Athletics?…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz The Southern Utah basketball teams were in action Thursday night, facing the UT Arlington Mavericks. The men’s team fell 70-68 in Arlington in the final seconds, while the women’s squad was defeated at home, 62-58. Here are recaps of both games, beginning with the men’s basketball defeat. Men’s Basketball The…