From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics   CEDAR CITY, Utah – As the Southern Utah Thunderbirds gear up for another exciting season, the outfield stands out as a mix of reliable veterans and highly-touted newcomers. With players ready to make an impact on both sides of the ball, the Thunderbirds’ outfield has the potential to be a…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz Battling Utah, Utah State, and BYU in the Best of Utah meet, the SUU gymnastics team secured a season-high 196.175 on Monday night to secure a second-place finish. First rotation The T-birds began the evening on the vault, beginning with a 9.800 from Ellie Cacciola. Mackenzie Kelly followed with a…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz Both the Southern Utah men’s and women’s basketball teams played on Friday night against Seattle U. The women’s team secured a close 61-57 victory, while the men fell 75-52. Here is a recap of both games, beginning with the women’s basketball team’s home victory. Women’s basketball Searching for their first…

From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics   PROVO, Utah —Southern Utah secured another road victory on Friday, taking down BYU 194.750-193.375. The Thunderbirds took an early lead in the meet and held on to earn the win. The Flippin’ Birds will take on the Cougars two more times during the regular season, once at the Best…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…