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Patrick Kinahan: BYU may go Young in finding Pope's replacement

Patrick Kinahan: BYU may go Young in finding Pope's replacement

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted April 16 - 10:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

For a church-sponsored school with a limited pool of candidates, the BYU men's basketball program stands an excellent chance to land a competent coach.
BYU will reportedly interview men's basketball coaching candidates this week

BYU will reportedly interview men's basketball coaching candidates this week

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 15 - 4:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The coaching search is moving at BYU men's basketball, with candidates reportedly set to interview Tuesday and Wednesday, according to CBS Sports' Matt Norlander.
Who's coming, going in Utah college basketball through the transfer portal?

Who's coming, going in Utah college basketball through the transfer portal?

KSL.com Sports  |  Updated April 15 - 2:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jon Rothstein sleeps in May, but the NCAA transfer portal is just getting started.
Former BYU coach brings 1996 championship trophy, sellout crowd to Kentucky intro

Former BYU coach brings 1996 championship trophy, sellout crowd to Kentucky intro

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 14 - 5:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's safe to assume Mark Pope didn't have a Sunday afternoon over the past five years quite like his first one as head coach at the University of Kentucky.
In basketball coaching search, BYU will need to do something uncomfortable: move quickly

In basketball coaching search, BYU will need to do something uncomfortable: move quickly

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 13 - 12:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars are on the market for a new men's basketball coach after Mark Pope returned to his alma mater Kentucky to replace John Calipari.
What's next? 5 candidates BYU should turn to replace Mark Pope

What's next? 5 candidates BYU should turn to replace Mark Pope

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 1:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU men's basketball coach Mark Pope is off to Kentucky after just one season — and a fifth-place finish — in the Big 12. Where do the Cougars turn next?
As Pope leaves, BYU point guard Dallin Hall heads to transfer portal. Will others follow?

As Pope leaves, BYU point guard Dallin Hall heads to transfer portal. Will others follow?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 12:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The first transfer portal entry of BYU's post-Mark Pope era has begun, as Dallin Hall's name hit the portal a few hours after the Kentucky announced its new head coach Friday.
Transition is early at BYU, but Keanu Hill's move to tight end 'absolutely' a success

Transition is early at BYU, but Keanu Hill's move to tight end 'absolutely' a success

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's still early. But by unanimous decision, Keanu Hill's move from BYU wide receiver to tight end has already been deemed a success by all parties involved.
Patrick Kinahan: Don't blame Pope leaving BYU for going home to dream job

Patrick Kinahan: Don't blame Pope leaving BYU for going home to dream job

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Negotiations were wrapped up Thursday night with Mark Pope agreeing to become the coach at Kentucky, historically one of the greatest programs in college basketball.
Kentucky expected to hire BYU's Mark Pope as next men's basketball coach

Kentucky expected to hire BYU's Mark Pope as next men's basketball coach

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated April 11 - 8:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU men's basketball coach Mark Pope is the leading candidate to become the next head coach at Kentucky, multiple outlets reported Thursday night.
BYU men's basketball's Collin Chandler: 4-star talent and 4-star expectations

BYU men's basketball's Collin Chandler: 4-star talent and 4-star expectations

Ben Criddle for KSL.com  |  Posted April 11 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Mark Pope and his staff scour the transfer portal landscape for the best potential additions to the BYU basketball team, it serves as a reminder that perhaps the best addition is coming to Provo.
BYU baseball takes momentum of Texas series into midweek win over Utah

BYU baseball takes momentum of Texas series into midweek win over Utah

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 10:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cooper Vest went 2-for-3 with a home run, and freshman Kuhio Aloy paced a four-run eighth inning on two outs to help the Cougars pull away for a 7-3 win over Utah at Smith's Ballpark.
Patrick Kinahan: Mark Pope deserves to interview with Kentucky

Patrick Kinahan: Mark Pope deserves to interview with Kentucky

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

He's far from the favorite but if long-shot circumstances break his way, Mark Pope could have the coaching opportunity of a lifetime over the next week.
Patient relief: Stone Cushing's long road from Salem to Provo paying off for BYU baseball

Patient relief: Stone Cushing's long road from Salem to Provo paying off for BYU baseball

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The junior from Salem Hills High is tied for fifth in the country in saves, and his seven saves is ties UCF's Chase Centala for the most in the Big 12.
Could Kentucky alum Mark Pope spin BYU around coaching carousel?

Could Kentucky alum Mark Pope spin BYU around coaching carousel?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 8 - 11:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Kentucky job will reportedly soon be open, with John Calipari on the verge of a five-year contract worth close to $8 million a year, according to ESPN.
Jojo Phillips, the unquestioned spring breakout, has BYU receivers locked and loaded

Jojo Phillips, the unquestioned spring breakout, has BYU receivers locked and loaded

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 1:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jojo Phillips was the breakout star of BYU's spring practices. Expect more of him during the Cougars' second season in the Big 12.
BYU assistant Kahil Fennell to be head coach at UTRGV

BYU assistant Kahil Fennell to be head coach at UTRGV

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 5 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of Mark Pope's assistant coaches will get his first shot at being a head coach in the Southland Conference.
No. 32 BYU gymnastics breaks tie with Boise State for 13th straight regional semifinal

No. 32 BYU gymnastics breaks tie with Boise State for 13th straight regional semifinal

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars were underdogs against their former Mountain Rim Gymnastics Conference rivals, but wins by Brynlee Anderson
BYU showcases linemen, linebackers, specialists as Big 12 wraps up inaugural pro day

BYU showcases linemen, linebackers, specialists as Big 12 wraps up inaugural pro day

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted March 30 - 7:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Max Tooley ran a 4.5 40-yard dash, added a 34.5-inch vertical leap, and posted a 10-foot, 2-inch broad jump as Big 12 pro day wrapped up the weekend.