What you may have missed at BYU’s home opener vs. Utah Tech
Deseret News • • sports
Key Points:
- BYU coach Kalani Sitake praised the strong fan support during the Cougars' 63-7 season-opening win over Utah Tech, highlighting the energy and noise from the student section at LaVell Edwards Stadium.
- Sitake noted that the enthusiastic fan presence impressed transfer players experiencing a BYU home game for the first time, emphasizing the importance of continued fan support throughout the season.
- Former BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff, who transferred to Tulane, returned to Provo and was seen supporting the team on the sidelines during the game.
- A memorable moment occurred when freshman Cannon DeVries gave a high-five to a young fan before returning the second-half kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown, symbolizing the strong connection between players and fans.
- The positive atmosphere and player-fan interactions set an encouraging tone for BYU’s upcoming games, including their next matchup against Arizona.
