Builders & Believers: How Ryan & Ashley Smith Changed Utah Sports

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Beehive Sports Report | Talking About Utah’s Professional Sports Teams and College Athletics

Life in the Stands

36 episodes

3 weeks ago

Whether you’ve been a die-hard fan for decades or you’re just starting to discover the energy of the Utah sports scene, this show is built for you. Twice a week, we deliver the latest updates, stories, and in-depth analysis that matter most, along with the occasional sideline or street interview to bring you even closer to the action. And if you spot us outside the Delta Center grabbing fan reactions or chatting with the community, don’t be shy — come say hi and be part of the conversation.

Beehive Sports Report is your front-row seat to all of it, covering everything from the Utah Jazz lighting up the NBA to the Utah Mammoth making their mark in the NHL, and powerhouse programs like BYU and the University of Utah battling it out on the college stage. We don’t just report scores; we dive into the culture, the passion, and the moments that make Utah sports truly unique.

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Game recaps, player spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories
Deep dives into rivalries, team culture, and fan traditions
A mix of stats-driven analysis and entertaining commentary

Beehive Sports Report is your hub for all things Utah sports. Stay informed, get inspired, and join the growing community of fans who live and breathe the Beehive State’s sports culture.

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Game recaps, player spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories
Deep dives into rivalries, team culture, and fan traditions
A mix of stats-driven analysis and entertaining commentary

Builders & Believers: How Ryan & Ashley Smith Changed Utah Sports

Beehive Sports Report | Talking About Utah’s Professional Sports Teams and College Athletics

11 minutes

3 months ago

Builders & Believers: How Ryan & Ashley Smith Changed Utah Sports

Utah’s sports landscape has been transformed in just a few short years — and Ryan and Ashley Smith are the reason why. From buying the Jazz in 2020 to welcoming the NHL’s Utah Mammoth in 2024, the Smiths have gone all-in on turning Salt Lake into a major-league city. They’ve upgraded the Delta Center, launched new facilities, and even secured land for a future entertainment district that could change downtown forever.

In this episode, we walk through the full story: the Jazz purchase that doubled in value, the whirlwind NHL relocation that birthed the Mammoth, and the fan-first rebrand that drew nearly a million votes. We’ll also dig into SEG’s broader civic vision, the risks they’ll need to manage, and why fans across Utah are already reaping the rewards.

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