Frank D’Amelio Joins The Southern Utah Women’s Soccer Staff
January 17, 2025
From Parker Haynie, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, UTAH – Southern Utah University Women’s Soccer Team and Head Coach Kai Edwards are pleased to announce the addition of Frank D’Amelio to the coaching staff. Head Coach Kai Edwards said “The ability to add a coach with Frank’s experience will be a fantastic asset to the experience of the student-athletes and…
Randolph and Bringhurst Highlight Week Two of MPSF Awards
January 15, 2025
From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – The Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) has recognized Southern Utah gymnasts Niya Randolph and Elliot Bringhurst for their outstanding performances in last week’s meet against Utah State. Randolph was named MPSF Gymnast of the Week, while Bringhurst earned the MPSF Specialist of the Week accolade. Head Coach Scotty Bauman Said “These two have…
Collin Gardner Named to FCS-ADA Academic All-Star Team, Among Six T-Birds Honored with CSC Academic All-District Awards
January 15, 2025
From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah University standout Collin Gardner has been named to the prestigious 2024 Football Championship Subdivision Athletics Directors Association (FCS-ADA) Academic All-Star Team, highlighting his excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Gardner, an offensive lineman, is one of just 54 student-athletes nationwide selected for the honor,…
Thunderbirds Bring the Heat, Ground Aggies in Electric Road Win
January 12, 2025
From Regan Hunsaker, For Iron County Today LOGAN, Utah —The Flippin’ Birds traveled to Logan on Friday to take on Utah State. The Thunderbirds battled the whole meet and prevailed 195.000-194.075. Southern Utah will square off with the Aggies two more times during the regular season, once at the Best of Utah meet on January 20…
Randolph and Christensen Spark Flippin’ Birds in Season Opener
January 5, 2025
From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics OCEANSIDE, California—The Flippin’ Birds battled to a third-place finish at the American Gold Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Classic, scoring a 194.750. Southern Utah finished 0.175 off the leaders from Arizona, while Rutgers also edged out the T-Birds, scoring 194.850. The new HBCU gymnastics program from Wilberforce University came in fourth overall…
New Year, New Challenges: SUU Softball Ready to Soar in 2025
December 30, 2024
By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah University softball has officially announced its 2025 schedule, featuring a packed slate of non-conference tournaments and a highly anticipated Western Athletic Conference (WAC) lineup. The Thunderbirds are primed for a thrilling season after a significant campaign in 2024, including their first appearance in the WAC…
Southern Utah Football Unveils Action-Packed 2025 Schedule
December 27, 2024
By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah Football has officially announced its 2025 schedule, featuring a mix of exciting home matchups, challenging road tests, and key conference battles. For the first time, six games will be set at Eccles Coliseum, including the highly anticipated Homecoming clash against West Georgia. Head Coach DeLane…
Southern Utah Beam Team Preview: A Lineup Overflowing with Talent
December 19, 2024
From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – The Flippin’ Birds are gearing up for what could be the most challenging and competitive beam lineup in recent program history. Southern Utah finished the 2024 season ranked as the #26 team in the country on the beam. With a surplus of talent returning from last…
Recognition Continues to Pour in for Targhee Lambson and Southern Utah Football
December 19, 2024
From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah University standout running back Targhee Lambson has been recognized as one of the nation’s best after earning FCS All-American honors from both the Associated Press and Stats Perform. Lambson’s historic season has not only garnered national acclaim but also earned him the United Athletic Conference (UAC) Offensive…
Thunderbirds Recognized on All-UAC Team: Lambson named UAC Offensive Player of the Year
December 19, 2024
By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah — Multiple Thunderbirds were recognized for outstanding performances this season, earning All-Conference accolades in the United Athletic Conference (UAC). Highlighted by Targhee Lambson, who was named Offensive Player of the Year, the Thunderbirds earned prestigious awards, including four First Team and four Second Team selections and two…
Southern Utah Gymnastics Ranked #31 in 2025 WCGA Preseason Poll
December 18, 2024
By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah Gymnastics is set to make waves in the 2025 season, entering the year ranked No. 31 in the nation in the Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Association (WCGA) Preseason Coaches Poll. The Flippin’ Birds will look to continue to earn their place among the top collegiate…
Breaking Records, Chasing Glory: Targhee Lambson Among Top 3 for Walter Payton Award
December 3, 2024
By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah University running back Targhee Lambson has been named one of the top 3 finalists for the 2024 Walter Payton Award, an honor recognizing the most outstanding offensive player in Division I FCS football. As one of the top three Lambson has been invited…












