BURNSY

Rustyn Burnside has been covering the local sports scene here in Southern Utah since 2017. A fan of all things Utah sports, Rustyn is honored to bring you weekly updates, news and topics in regards to High School, Collegiate and Professional Sports every weekday, 4-6 on the Andy Thompson Show as a co-host, and through written media on sportsradio977.com. A graduate of Utah Tech University, Rustyn and his family are glad to be a part of the St. George Community and the chance to grow alongside it.

Utah CFB Offensive Awards: Week Three

Reminder: We are naming the top offensive efforts from the following groups at the D1 level in Utah and Utah only.

Future of Mountain West/ Utah State Uncertain Amidst Yet Another CFB Relocation

With the sudden departure of those 4 schools, the Mountain West is now facing the same uncertainty and fear that the Pac-12 familiarized themselves with not long ago.

History You Should Know Before the Utah USU Rivalry Game

The “Battle of the Brothers” has been ongoing since 1892 when the Agricultural college of Utah took home a 12-0 victory over Utah. Find out what you need to know about this historic rivalry.

Utah CFB Defensive Awards: Week Two

We are naming the top defensive efforts from the following groups at the D1 level in Utah and Utah only:

Utah CFB Offensive Awards: Week Two

We are naming the top offensive efforts from the following groups at the D1 level in Utah and Utah only: BEST QB BEST RB BEST PASS CATCHER BEST O-LINE BEST OFFENSIVE UNIT

REMINDER: Utah VS Baylor is Not a Conference Game

Last seasons 20-13 showing in Waco was a preseason victory for the Utah Utes against an out of conference foe. Who would have known at the time that it was a preview of a future conference opponent? When the Pac-12 sank and Utah boarded the vessel known as the Big 12, Utah and Baylor became rivals by default...

Utah CFB Defensive Awards: Week One

Every Division 1 school in the state of Utah took the gridiron for week one and got their first teaser for the upcoming season. Every team gained valuable experience in understanding who they are and where they stand in the college football world of 2024 ...

Utah CFB Offensive Awards: Week One

Is Vegas Primed for Their Most Underwhelming Season Yet?

In their seven year history the Vegas Golden Knights have rarely ever done anything but overachieve, rise above and transcend expectations. From the Vegas born days of the “Golden Misfits” to hoisting a Stanley Cup in 2023, Vegas has done more in that time than many franchises have done in decades. Making ...

Rumor: Don’t Expect To Purchase a Utah Hockey Jersey This Year

When Ryan Smith was approved by the NHL to purchase the Arizona Coyotes in mid-April some things were made apparent to the fans in terms of potential delays. The Delta Center wouldn't be a prime destination spot for hockey viewing immediately, renovations would be a necessity over the course of years...