By Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah – The Southern Utah Thunderbirds are primed for another exciting season as they return to the diamond following their most successful campaign in a decade. After finishing 21-29 in 2024, the T-Birds are hungry to build on their progress when they kick off the 2025 season on February…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz The Southern Utah basketball teams took the court on Saturday, with the men hosting Cal Baptist and the women facing the Lancers on the road. The women’s basketball team emerged with a 64-63 win, while the men suffered a third straight defeat in a 76-60 loss. Here are recaps of…

By Parker Haynie, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, UTAH – Director of Golf Richard Church and Southern Utah University are excited to announce the hiring of Caylyn Ponich as the Head Coach of Southern Utah Women’s Golf. Athletics Director Doug Knuth said “We are excited about Coach Ponich and the energy and enthusiasm she brings to…

By Spencer Rodak, Stadium Sportzz Both SUU basketball teams were in action on Thursday night, battling the defending men’s and women’s WAC champions Grand Canyon. The men fell at home to the Lopes 74-59, while the women were defeated in Phoenix, 79-51. Here are recaps of both games, beginning with the men’s basketball home game.…

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…