Schedule
by athlete
Guest Athletes (in Alphabetical order)
2004 Undefeated Ute Fiesta Bowl Reunion
Players from the 2004 Fiesta Bowl Team attending the Bash:
Jesse Boone, Jason Boone, Joseph Johnson, Bryce Scanlon, Paris Warren, Steve Savoy, Eric Pettit, Dmitry Preobrazhensky, Paul Soliai
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 PM – Fiesta Bowl Reunion Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage
4:00 PM – Fiesta Bowl Reunion Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – Fiesta Bowl Reunion Autographs – Autograph Zone 3
6:00 PM – Fiesta Bowl Reunion Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 1
2008 Undefeated Ute Sugar Bowl Reunion
2008 Utah Football Players reuniting at the Bash:
Steven Sylvester, Robert ‘RoJo’ Johnson, Derrick Shelby, Zane Beadles, Sealver Siliga, Eli Wesson, Ben Vroman, Dustin Hensel, Chaz Walker, Joe Dlae, Mike Wright, Greg Bird, Clint Mower, Sausan “Shak” Shakerin, RJ Stanford, Lei Talamaivao, and Tevita Stevens
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Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 PM – U of U 2008 Sugar Bowl Team Reunion Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
4:00 PM – U of U 2008 Sugar Bowl Team Reunion Autograph – Autograph Zone 3 & 4
5:00 PM – U of U 2008 Sugar Bowl Team Reunion Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 1
6:00 PM – U of U 2008 Sugar Bowl Team Reunion Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage
Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham
Aaron ‘Wheelz’ Fotheringham is a professional WCMX – (Wheelchair Motocross) rider from Las Vegas Nevada. Born with Spina Bifida, a birth defect of the spinal cord, Aaron was left with limited use of his legs. Despite his physical struggles, at an early age he seemed to be able to find ways to adapt and overcome any obstacle that came his way. Early on Aaron used a “walker” and then crutches to get around, eventually at the age of 8 years old he started using a wheelchair full-time. Aaron’s first real experience at a skatepark was in December of 2000 when his Dad and older brother Brian helped him to the top of a quarter pipe at their local skatepark. After some trial and error 8 year old Aaron rolled away from his first drop into a ramp and it was at that moment he was hooked. Where most people see a wheelchair as a limitation – to Aaron it meant freedom. In 2005, he was given the opportunity to enter BMX competitions and managed to win a few of them. He loved the rush of competition and hoped to one day have other people on wheelchairs to ride with. Throughout the years Aaron has challenged himself to try progressively more difficult tricks. July 13th of 2006 he pulled off the world’s first backflip on a wheelchair and four years later he followed that up with the first double backflip on a wheelchair. As if that wasn’t enough in 2011 while touring with Nitro Circus in New Zealand he landed his first front flip. August 25, 2012 he shocked Brazilians by jumping and successfully landing a 50ft jump over the Mega Ramp on his chair. In 2018, he went on to land his first ever “Flair” (backflip 180) at Woodward West. The very next year he took it even further by landing a Backflip 360 off the Mega Ramp in New Zealand on March 23, 2019. Most recently, in New York, he landed the DOUBLE backflip 360 off the Giganta Ramp on September 8, 2022.
Schedule: Friday, July 13, 2024
2:00 PM – A Conversation with Aaron “Wheelz” Fatheringham of Nitro Circus – Panel w/Q&A
3:00 PM – Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 1
4:00 PM – Autograph Session – Autograph Table
5:00 PM- Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Apa Sherpa
Apa Sherpa was born with the name Lhakpa Tenzing Sherpa in Thame, a small village in the Everest region of Nepal. At the age of 3 months, he and his mother were caught in an avalanche and Lhakpa was thrown from the basket on his mother’s back and came to rest under an ice ledge. After his mother found him unhurt, she took him to the Lama to pray and give thanks. It was at this point that Lhakpa was renamed “Apa” which means “much loved”. Apa always wanted to be a doctor, but at the age of 12, his father died. Following his father’s death, Apa had to take up the responsibilities of his family, consisting of his mother , two sisters, and three young brothers. He dropped out of school and started working as a high altitude porter for mountaineering groups. His climbing career began in 1985, when he worked as a kitchen boy and porter for various groups. He was not given to opportunity to summit Everest until 1990. His first summit team included Rob Hall and Peter Hillary, the son of Sir Edmond Hillary. He continued to climb and summit Everest 21 times which gave him the world record for most summits. He held that record until 2018 when it was surpassed by a fellow climber from Thame. Apa was a successful guide, never loosing a client to the mountain. In 1996, Apa was asked by his friend Rob Hall to join the group famous 1996 expedition that ended in tragedy. Apa’s wife needed him to stay home during that time to finish construction on their home. Had it not been for her, his fate could have turned out much differently. Today Apa is retired and is focused on giving back to his homeland. In 2012 he started the Apa Sherpa Foundation with a focus on educating young Sherpa children so that they have a choice for their future endeavors. In Apa’s famous words, “Without an education, we have no choice”.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
10:00 AM – Autograph Table
11:00 – 11:30 – Photo Op Session – Photo Op Zone 1
12:00 PM – A Conversation with Apa Sherpa, renowned mountaineer and guide, World record holder for the most ascents (21) of Mount Everest – Panel w/Q&A
1:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Ben Bywater
BYU Linebacker – Enters 2024 as BYU’s active career leader in tackles with 247. Enters 2024 ranked seventh in career tackles among active Power Five players (Pro Football Focus). Seven-career games with 10+ tackles; 15 with nine or more. Named to National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society (2024). Named to Academic All-Big 12 First Team (2023). Named to Phil Steele All-Independent Second Team (2022). Named Independent Defensive Rookie of the Year by Pro Football Network (2021). Led BYU in tackles in consecutive seasons (2021-22)
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 – 3:30 PM – Team Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
3:30 – 4:00 PM – Individual Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
4:00 PM – BYU Football (Ben Bywater, Chase Roberts, Connor Pay, Kody Epps, Tyler Batty) – Panel w/Q&A
5:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Blaise Threatt
Weber State University Basketball Guard. In his first season with the Wildcats, he played in all 32 games and started 24 games. He has played in 112 career games in his four seasons of college basketball. In the 2023-24 Season he played in all 32 games and started in 24 games. Finished third on the Wildcat team in scoring at 10.8 points per game. Scored in double figures 16 times during the season and reached 20 or more twice. Had a career-high 24 points in a win over Idaho in January. Also had 20 points against Montana State in the Big Sky Tournament. Was second on the Wildcat team in field goal percentage at 54.9 percent. Had 100 rebounds with 64 assists and 34 steals. Had a career-high 11 rebounds against Navajo Tech. Also had seven assists against Navajo Tech and had five steals at Sacramento State.
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Bonesaw William Cutting
Bonesaw William Cutting is a professional wrestler from ogden utah. He’s a former freakshow performer specializing in pain tolerance he has since transitioned into the world of professional wrestling. He never says away from confrontation and welcomes any challenges with teeth bared and open arms.
Brant Kuithe
University of Utah three-time All-Pac-12 tight end, earning second-team in 2019, 2020 and 2021. 51 career games, 26 starts, 148 career receptions for 1,882 yards (12.7 ypc), 148 career receptions are the most by a Utah tight end since at least 1996, ranking eighth all-time at Utah, Had 32 straight games with a reception, including 30 career games with at least three, Led Utah in receptions in 2019 and 2020.
Britain Covey
Britain Covey is from Provo, Utah. He played college football at the University of Utah. He currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. He led the league in punt return yards in 2023. He is married to his wife Leah Covey and they have a son named Nelson.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 P.M. – Britain Covey / Jaren Hall – Movin’ to the Pros Panel w/Q&A
5:00 P.M. – Autograph Session – Autograph Table
6:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
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Bronson Kaufusi
Grew up in Holladay, UT & Provo, UT. Went to Timpview High School. Played both football and basketball at BYU. Drafted in the 3rd round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens. Played for the Jets & Packers as well at both tight end and defensive end.
Bryon Russell
Former pro basketball player with the Utah Jazz who helped them reach back-to-back NBA finals appearances in 1997 and 1998.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
12:00 PM – A conversation with Bryon Russell – Life after pro sports – Main Stage Panel and Q&A
1:00 PM – Photo Op – Area 1
2:00 PM – Autographs at his booth
3:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Chase Roberts
BYU Football Wide Receiver. Named to Athlon Sports Preseason All-Big 12 Fourth Team (2024). Named to Academic All-Big 12 First Team (2023).
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 – 3:30 PM – Team Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
5:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
6:00 – 6:30 PM – Individual Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
Chuck Taylor
Chuck Taylor has been playing pickleball since he was first introduced to the sport in high school. Taylor grew up in Poulsbo, WA, which is in close proximity to Bainbridge Island, the birthplace of pickleball. He couldn’t resist the pull of the game. Taylor enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. His appearance at the Bash is sponsored by Club Pickleball USA.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
2:00 PM- Pickleball Masterminds with Pro Pickleballers Chuck Taylor and Devan Eagan of Club Pickleball USA – Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 1
3:00 PM – Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 1
Coach Adam Hall
Adam Hall was a two-time NCAA All-American and two-time Pac-10 Champion at 157 pounds for the Broncos. He won 122 matches during his career at BSU, which ranks second in Boise State wrestling history. Hall finished third at the NCAA Championships in 2010 and won a team-high 32 matches as a junior. He followed that up with a fifth-place finish as a senior in 2011. His post-collegiate career also includes a fifth-place finish at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials, and he was also a U.S. Open place-winner in 2013 and 2014.
During his tenure with the Wolfpack in Raleigh, NC State has won six ACC Championships, including four regular season titles. Since his promotion to associate head coach, the Wolfpack have won five consecutive ACC Tournament Championships. North Carolina State has also finished in the top 10 in the NWCA Coaches’ Poll for eight consecutive seasons.
Hall’s recruiting prowess is evident in NC State’s consistent top rankings nationally. Since 2016, the Wolfpack has had five top-5 classes and six straight top-20 classes.
Entering the 2023-24 season, North Carolina State has produced 25 All-Americans, 26 ACC Champions, and four top-10 team finishes at the NCAA Championships with Hall on staff. The Wolfpack have finished 10th at the NCAA Championships in each of the last two seasons.
Before joining NC State, Hall was on staff at Columbia University where he earned his Master of Science in sports management in 2015. He received his undergraduate degree at Boise State University in health science studies in 2011, graduating cum laude while also being named to the Dean’s List three times. As a senior in 2010-11, Hall was named the Pac-10 Wrestling Scholar-Athlete of the Year.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
1:00 PM – Adam and the UVU Wrestling Team – Panel Room 2
12:00 PM – Photo Op – Photo Area 2
Coach Colton Swan
Colton Swan is in his sixth season as Utah’s linebackers coach in 2024. He joined the Utes’ staff for the 2019 campaign, following 15 years at Weber State where he was the longest-tenured coach on the Wildcats’ football staff.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:30 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – U of U Assistant Coaches Sharrief Shah, Colton Swan & Coach Jim – Panel w/Q&A
Coach Sharrieff Shah
Sharrieff Shah Sr. is an American football coach and former player as well as lawyer and NFLPA certified agent. Shah is the special teams coordinator and cornerbacks coach at the University of Utah.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:30 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – U of U Assistant Coaches Sharrief Shah, Colton Swan & Coach Jim – Panel w/Q&A
Connor O’Toole
University of Utah Football Defensive End. Returned from injury in 2023 to play in the final eight games with five starts. Made 31 total tackles (6.0 TFL, 4.5 sacks) along with three pass breakups. Had at least 1.0 TFL in five of the final seven games. His 4.5 sacks ranked second on the team. Led the Pac-12 with two blocked field goals on the season. Set a season-high at Arizona with six tackles and tied his career-best with 1.5 TFL. Contributed a strip-sack in the regular season finale vs. Colorado. Became the first Ute since 2010 to block a field goal in consecutive games, accomplishing the feat at No. 5 Washington at No. 17 Arizona. Logged back-to-back performances with five tackles against No. 18 USC and No. 8 Oregon.
![Connor Pay](https://ultimatesportsbash.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CONNOR_PAY-300x300.jpg)
Connor Pay
4 Year starter on the Offensive line and team captain for the BYU football team. He has spent his career primarily at the Center position. He is in the Marriot school of business studying Entrepreneurial Management. Faith, Family, and Football are the most important thing in his life.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 – 3:30 PM – BYU Football (Ben Bywater, Chase Roberts, Connor Pay, Kody Epps, Tyler Batty) Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
4:00 PM – BYU Football (Ben Bywater, Chase Roberts, Connor Pay, Kody Epps, Tyler Batty) Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 1
5:30 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Dallin Hall
- 2023-24 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District
- 2024 All-Big 12 Honorable Mention
- 2023 West Coast Conference All-Freshman Team
- WCC Freshman of the Week (Dec. 19, 2022)
- Younger brother, Hayden, plays football at Weber State
- Served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Fresno, California
- Enjoys Star Wars and Lord of the Rings
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
4:00 P.M. – A Conversation with BYU Basketball (Dallin Hall, Richie Saunders, Trevin Knell) Panel w/Q&A – Main Stage
5:00 – 5:30 P.M. – BYU Basketball Team (Dallin Hall, Richie Saunders, Trevin Knell) Team Photo Op – Photo Op Area 1
5:30 – 6:00 P.M. – Individual Photo Op – Photo Op Area 1
6:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
![Dani Drew](https://ultimatesportsbash.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DANI-DREWS-CARD-300x300.jpg)
Dani Drew
LOVB Salt Lake
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 – 4:00 PM – Meet and be coached by pro volleyball players Roni Jones-Perry and Dani Drews! Participants will learn essential volleyball skills such as bumping, setting, and spiking in a hands-on clinic on the Volleyball Court. After the session, Roni and Dani will be available for photos and autographs, which will be available for purchase.
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Dr. Theodore Tox
Weighing in at 102.06 kilograms and hailing from the World of Logic and Reason, he is Dr. Theodore “Ted” Tox. The squared circle is his laboratory and his opponents are his test subjects. Each match is an experiment to collect data in the hope of helping humanity reach its peak of physical perfection…FOR SCIENCE!
Elizabeth Gantner
I am an Utah gymnast and just finished up my first year! Until moving to Utah, I lived in Indianapolis, Indiana. Being a part of Utah athletics has been the biggest blessing in my life and I am honored to be a part of this legacy! I’ve gained a second family by becoming a Ute and could not be more grateful for the endless love and support from everyone here at Utah!
Schedule: Friday, July 12
11:00 A.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump – Panel/Q&A
12:00 P.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team (Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump) – Photo Op – Photo Op Area 1
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Gianna Kneepkens
I am originally from northern Minnesota and I will be going into my 4th year at Utah! I play shooting guard for the women’s basketball team. My years at Utah have been special. I have met lifelong friends and experienced incredible opportunities that I will be forever thankful for!
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
2:00 P.M. – U of U Women’s Basketball (Gianna Kneepkens, Reese Ross, Maty Wilke) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
3:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
4:00 P.M. – A Conversation with U of U Women’s Basketball (Gianna Kneepkens, Reese Ross, and Maty Wilke) Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 2
Greg Cooper
Warriors Rugby Head Coach. Greg Cooper is in his first season as the fourth Head Coach in franchise history and becomes the most experienced Head Coach in Major League Rugby. He joins the Utah Warriors from the Mitsubishi DynaBoars in Japan, who he helped elevate to Japan Rugby League One for the first time in 12 years. Prior to coaching in Japan, Cooper helped lead Stade Francais to a European Challenge Cup Championship – the first European trophy in Stade Francais history – as an assistant coach before being promoted to Head Coach in 2017. Additionally, Cooper has served as Head Coach to the New Zealand U21 team and Head Coach for the Highlanders of Super Rugby and Otago Rugby Union.As a player, Cooper played at the highest level in the sport, making seven appearances for the New Zealand All-Blacks at the international level. He also played in his home country of New Zealand for Hawke’s Bay, Otago and Auckland, as well as for the Blues of Super Rugby, as a Fullback.“I am delighted to be given the opportunity to be Head Coach of the Utah Warriors,” said Greg Cooper. “I believe this is an organization that has strong rugby foundations and a loyal and passionate fan base here in the community. I look forward to building on the great work done so far to ensure the Warriors are consistently successful and respected, both locally and nationally.”
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 P.M. – Warriors Rugby Moderated by Shad Martin, Panel w/ Q&A – Panel Room 2
Greg Ostertag
Gregory Donovan Ostertag is an American former professional Basketball Center. He spent most of his career with the Utah Jazz of the National Basketball Association. He played college basketball at the University of Kansas.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
1:00 PM – Dream Team Highlights Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage
2:00 PM – Photo Op – Photo Op Area 1
3:00 PM – Autograph Session – Autograph Table
4:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Haiden Drury
Utah Valley Wolverines Wrestling redshirt. 18-9 overall and 7-2 in duals. 11-4 against Big 12 opponents, finished 2-2 at the 2024 Big 12 Championships, won nine straight matches from Jan. 20- Mar. 9, went 4-1 at the Penn Keystone Open with a second-place finish, placed second at the Reno Tournament of Champions in his first competition at 141, defeated No. 31 Cole Brooks (Wyoming) and NDSU’s No. 28 Gavin Drexler in dual action.
Isaac Wilson
University of Utah Football Quarterback. Four-star recruit out of Corner Canyon HS, ranking as the No. 3 recruit in the state of Utah and the No. 21 quarterback nationally on 247Sports.
Named Mr. Football by the Deseret News in 2023. Two-time first-team All-State selection. Invited to the Polynesian Bowl and the Elite 11 Finals. Led Corner Canyon to a state title in 2023 with the Chargers going 13-1. Threw for 1,236 yards and 12 touchdowns in four playoff wins as a senior, also throwing for 255 yards (2 TD) and rushed for 192 yards (3 TD) in the championship game. Broke the Utah state record for total offense in a season in 2023 (5,901). Had 3,774 passing yards and 40 touchdowns his junior year, also rushing for 695 yards and five more touchdowns.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 PM – U of U Football Team (Isaac Wilson, Lander Barton, Taeshaun Lyons, Zemaiah Vaughn) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
4:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – A Conversation with the U of U Football Team Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage
Jaedyn Rucker
• NCAA Vault Champion (2022) • Two-time All-American on vault (1 regular season, 1 NCAA) • Four-time All-Pac-12 Conference • 2023 NCAA Regional Vault Champion • 2021 Pac-12 Floor Co-Champion • Tied for the most 10.0s on vault in a single season and career in program history (3; 2023) • Four-time Pac-12 Specialist of the Week • Two-time Pac-12 Coaches Choice award recipient • 19 career wins • Has hit 111-121 career routines • Pac-12 All-Academic • Utah’s Marsden Leadership Award recipient
• Graduated in the spring of 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology • Currently working toward the Positive Psychology Certificate during the 2023-24 academic year
Schedule: Friday, July 12
11:00 A.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump Panel w/ Q&A
12:00 P.M. – U of U Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith Olivia Kennedy, and Sarah Krump
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Jaren Hall
Jaren Hall is from Spanish Fork, Utah. He currently plays for the Minnesota Vikings. He played college football at BYU. He is married to Bre Hall and has two children Jayda and Kyler.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 P.M. – Britain Covey / Jaren Hall – Movin’ to the Pros Panel w/Q&A
4:00 P.M. – Autograph Session – Autograph Table
5:00 P.M. – Photo Op – Photo Op Area 1
6:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Jaylene Gilstrap
I’m a 5th year graduate student at the University of Utah. I am on the gymnastics team and compete vault, beam and floor for the red rocks. I love everything about the program and forever grateful to be living out my dream on such a legacy program!
Schedule: Friday, July 12
11:00 A.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump Panel w/ Q&A
12:00 P.M. – U of U Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith Olivia Kennedy, and Sarah Krump
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Joel Hodgson
Joel Hodgson is an English rugby union player who plays for Utah Warriors in Major League Rugby. He previously played for Newcastle Falcons and Northampton Saints in the Aviva Premiership
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 P.M. – Warriors Rugby Moderated by Shad Martin, Panel w/ Q&A – Panel Room 2
Photos and Autographs available at the Warriors Booth throughout the Bash.
Karene Reid
University of Utah Football Linebacker. Made 11 starts at linebacker. Pac-12 All-Conference Second Team (Coaches). Ranked second on the team with 67 tackles (2.0 TFL). Also defended five passes (1 INT, 4 PBU). Averaged 6.8 tackles during conference games played, posting a season-high nine against UCLA, Oregon and Washington. Named Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week coming off his performance vs. No. 22 UCLA, which included nine tackles (0.5 TFL), a pick-six and two PBU. Credited eight stops (0.5 TFL) in the season finale vs. Northwestern in the Las Vegas Bowl.
Keanu Tanuvasa
University of Utah Football Defensive Tackle. Started all 13 games at defensive tackle in the 2023 season. CFN Freshman All-America Honorable Mention. Contributed 27 tackles on the season, tying for fourth on team with 6.0 TFL (2.0 sacks). Career-high five tackles came vs. Weber State. Reset his career-high with 2.0 TFL at No. 19 Oregon State. Earned his first career forced fumble during the win over No. 22 UCLA.
Kody Epps
BYU Football Wide Receiver. Named to Academic All-Big 12 Second Team (2023). First BYU freshman receiver to ever record consecutive games of 100+ receiving yards (100 vs. Notre Dame, 125 vs. Arkansas; 2022). Named to Phil Steele & College Football Network All-Independent Second Teams (2022). Named to Mid-Season Freshman All-America Team by College Football News (2022). Named Honorable Mention Freshman All-American by College Football News (2022).
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 – 3:30 PM – Team Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
4:00 PM – BYU Football (Ben Bywater, Chase Roberts, Connor Pay, Kody Epps, Tyler Batty) – Panel w/Q&A
5:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
6:00 – 6:30 PM – Individual Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
Lander Barton
University of Utah Football Linebacker.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 PM – U of U Football Team (Isaac Wilson, Lander Barton, Taeshaun Lyons, Zemaiah Vaughn) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
4:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – A Conversation with the U of U Football Team Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage
Makenna Smith
I am a gymnast at the University of Utah and I am also the cohost of the podcast Between the Banners. This is my third year at the U and I grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I absolutely love being able show what is it to be an Ute by excelling both inside and outside of the classroom along with being a role model to young gymnasts.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
11:00 A.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump Panel w/ Q&A
12:00 P.M. – U of U Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith Olivia Kennedy, and Sarah Krump
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
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Manny Lemons
Zest of the best and you know the rest. The Man! The Brand! The King of the Lemonade Stand Manny Lemons.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
2:00 P.M. – Devotion Championship Wrestling (Manny Lemons) – Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 2
Maty Wilke
High School: Was a two-time State Champion and All-State First team selection Previous school (Wisconsin) : played in and started 29 games Averaged 33.9 minutes per game, ranking third on the team Averaged 11.8 points per game At Utah: Played in all 34 games and made 13 starts for the Utes. 36.5 percent from the three and 80.0 percent from the free throw line.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
2:00 P.M. – U of U Women’s Basketball (Gianna Kneepkens, Reese Ross, Maty Wilke) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
3:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
4:00 P.M. – A Conversation with U of U Women’s Basketball (Gianna Kneepkens, Reese Ross, and Maty Wilke) Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 2
Michelle Manu
– 40 years in marital arts. – 10th Degree Black Belt, ‘Alihikaua (General), and Kumu Lua (teacher) of the evolved indigenous Hawaiian cultural practice and warrior art of Lua (Kaihewalu and Mānu lineages) – Currently the only high-ranking female teacher of this art and currently the only public representative of a Hawaiian woman warrior in over 200 years. – Knight Commander of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I (O’ahu Chapter). – System head and Chief Instructor of Nā Koa (The Warriors), Nā Koa Wāhine Switzerland, and Pā Lua O Mānu. – Former: semi-professional American football player, competition gymnast, competition cheerleader, professional Polynesian Hula dancer and choreographer for ten years in the Midwest U.S. – Has taught culture, martial, and self-defense in Europe and at UCLA, Honolulu Community College, Queen Emma’s Palace, Hulihe’e Palace, and more. – Teaches self-protection to people in high-risk environments such as pilots and flight attendants, real estate professionals, healthcare professionals, university students, adult entertainers, women experiencing domestic violence and homelessness, and everyday women. – Featured in magazines such as: Black Belt Magazine; Hawaiian Airlines Hana Hou!; International Martial Arts Magazine (cover), Martial Arts Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow; Martial Arts Xperience; Inside Kung Fu; Sports Illustrated; Martial Arts Masters Magazine; Seni Beladiri (Malaysia); Tae Kwon Do Times (Korea); USAdojo.com; KenpoGirl; Herstory; Martial Arts Illustrated UK; Warrior Magazin (Germany); Martial Journal; Immersion Labs; and El Camino The Way (Spain) (cover). – Awards: 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, 2024 Inductee Kenpo Karate Hall of Fame, 2017 Inductee Argentina Martial Arts Hall of Fame, 2017 Woman of the Year Kenpo International Association, 2016 Hall of Fame Inductee Martial Arts History Museum, 2006 Inductee Masters Hall of Fame. – Regularly in the industry in shows, films, podcasts, and live television. Most notable on national CBS News live about VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) and the Bruce Lee Podcast where she joined Bruce’s daughter, Shannon. She has been a producer, host, lead actress, fight actress, fight coordinator, and most recently a director in several Indie films, series, and projects. Kumu Mānu has released the book, The Weaponry of the Solomon Kaihewalu Lineage, and plans to release Archetype of the Woman Protector (2024) and The Butterfly Effect (2025). – A legal professional for twenty-eight years this May. She has earned a Juris Doctorate (JD), business credentials from George Washington University, senior executive leadership credentials from Harvard Business School, a master’s degree in Metaphysical Science (MMsc), and is a candidate for a PhD in Philosophy (2024).
Schedule: Friday, July 12
12:30 P.M. – Superhero Experience – Self Defense Training with Michelle Manu, martial arts expert, actress & presidential lifetime achievement award recipient. – Arena Court
Saturday, July 13
10:00 A.M. – Autograph Table
11:00 A.M. – Michelle Manu (Martial Arts Expert, Actress and Presidential Medal of Honor Winner) – Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 1
12:00 – 12:30 P.M. – Photo Op Session – Photo Op Zone 1
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Nick Rimando
RSL Champion Goalie and MLS record holder for career wins, clean sheets, and saves.
1999-2019 MLS 1999 UCLA NCAA COLLEGE CUP CHAMPIONS 2004 MLS CUP CHAMPIONS 2009 MLS CUP CHAMPIONS 2 x SUPPORTERS SHIELD – 2001, 2006 2009 MLS CUP MVP 9 x MLS ALL-STAR 3 x MLS SAVE OF THE YEAR – 2012, 2013, 2019 2014 WORLD CUP BRAZIL ROSTER 2013 CONCACAF GOLD CUP CHAMPION -MLS records MLS Games (514) MLS Wins (223) MLS Starts (514) MLS Minutes (46336) MLS Saves (1,705) MLS Shutouts (154)
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
12:00 P.M. – A Conversation with Nick Rimando, RSL Champion Goalie and MLS record holder for career wins, clean sheets, and saves – Panel w/Q&A – Main Stage
1:00 P.M. – Photo Op Session – Photo Op Zone 2
2:00 P.M. – Autograph Session – Autograph Zone
2:30 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Olivia Kennedy
I am a Utah gymnast, and I am heading into my 2nd year! I am so grateful for this team and this incredible community. I am so proud to be a part of this incredible legacy and I can’t wait for this upcoming year!
Schedule: Friday, July 12
11:00 A.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump Panel w/ Q&A
12:00 P.M. – U of U Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, and Sarah Krump
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Reese Ross
I will be a sophomore at the university of Utah. I am from rapid city South Dakota. I am a 6’1” forward for the team. Being a Ute is an absolute privilege as I get to represent the university at one of the most respected sports the university has to offer.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
2:00 P.M. – U of U Women’s Basketball (Gianna Kneepkens, Reese Ross, Maty Wilke) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
3:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
4:00 P.M. – A Conversation with U of U Women’s Basketball (Gianna Kneepkens, Reese Ross, and Maty Wilke) Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 2
Robbie Abel
Robert Abel is an Australian rugby union coach and former professional rugby union player who as of 2023, coaches forwards for the Utah Warriors in Major League Rugby. He previously played at hooker for NSW, Melbourne Rebels and for the Brumbies in Super Rugby.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 P.M. – Warriors Rugby Moderated by Shad Martin, Panel w/ Q&A – Panel Room 2
Photos and Autographs available at the Warriors Booth throughout the Bash.
Robert Turbin
Robert Turbin attended Utah State University and graduated with a degree in Sociology coupled with Academic Honors in 2010 and 2011. After a successful campaign as a student athlete, and breaking many school records as a running back, Turbin was drafted in the 4th round of the 2012 draft to the Seattle Seahawks. For his accomplishments as an Aggie, Turbin was then inducted into the USU Hall of Fame in 2022. A Super Bowl champion in 2013 with the Seahawks, Turbin played eight seasons in the NFL for the Seahawks, Browns, Cowboys, and Colts and retired in 2020.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
4:00 P.M. – Photo Op Session – Photo Op Area 1
5:00 P.M. – A Conversation with Robert Turbin, Former Aggie and running back for the Seattle Seahawks, Panel w/ Q&A – Panel Room 2
6:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
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Roni Jones-Perry
Professional volleyball player from West Jordan, UT. Played college at BYU and have played five professional seasons since graduating—in Italy, Poland, and most recently Brazil.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 – 4:00 PM – Meet and be coached by pro volleyball players Roni Jones-Perry and Dani Drews! Participants will learn essential volleyball skills such as bumping, setting, and spiking in a hands-on clinic on the Volleyball Court. After the session, Roni and Dani will be available for photos and autographs, which will be available for purchase.
Sarah Krump
I am a Junior studying Financial Planning and Counseling. I grew up in the Salt Lake area and watched the RedRocks compete for 10 years. Utah has always been my dream school so it means the world to have my dream come true!
Schedule: Friday, July 12
11:00 A.M. – University of Utah Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, Sarah Krump Panel w/ Q&A
12:00 P.M. – U of U Gymnastics Team: Elizabeth Gantner, Jaedyn Rucker, Jaylene Gilstrap, Makenna Smith, Olivia Kennedy, and Sarah Krump
1:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Sean O’Connell
Sean O’Connell is a Play-by-play announcer, radio host, and retired MMA fighter. Known for a reckless fighting style and crazy weigh-in antics, OC battled his way through the local and regional ranks before making a name for himself by winning multiple Fight of the Night Bonuses in the UFC. Along the way, OC balanced a sports radio career with his fighting pursuits, hosting shows in Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and on SiriusXM as part of the Pac 12 channel. In 2018 he became the first fighter in history to handle announcing duties and fight in the same night when he defeated tough Brazilian Ronny Markes in Chicago. O’Connell went on to win the Professional Fighters League’s inaugural Light Heavyweight season, capping his career with a million-dollar championship win at Madison Square Garden. After retiring on the spot, OC became the lead Play-by-Play broadcaster for the PFL on ESPN. He continues to pursue his passions outside of work in the form of family, travel, fiction writing, and food.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
4:00 PM – Sean O’Connell – MMA Announcer and former fighter – Panel w/Q&A
6:00 PM – Photo Op Session – Photo Op Area 2
Steve Wright
Career at Bath – Two-time honorable mention all-conference player originally walked on to the team … led Utah in tackles in 2008 and was second in 2009 … rewarded with a scholarship in 2008 … two-year starting middle linebacker played in 49 of a possible 52 games in his career.
Sugar Bowl Year 2008 – Honorable mention All-MWC … started all 13 games … Utah’s tackle leader had 81 stops … contributed 2.5 TFL, a sack, five pass breakups and a fumble recovery … led Utah in tackles five times, including a seven-tackle game in the Sugar Bowl … named MWC Defensive Player of the Week for his career game against Oregon State, when he recorded 15 tackles, two pass breakups and a sack … 10 tackles against Air Force … nine tackles (one TFL) against BYU … six tackles and a fumble recovery against Weber State … seven tackles vs. New Mexico … won team’s President’s Award … Academic all-MWC.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
12:00 P.M. – A Conversation with Steve Wright – Retired Offensive Tackle for the Raiders, Cowboys, and Colts, and Survivor Contestant – Panel w/Q&A – Panel Room 2
1:00 P.M. – Photo Op – Photo Op Area 1
2:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Look for Steve at his Booth in the Autograph Zone throughout the Bash.
Taeshaun Lyons
University of Utah Football Wide Receiver.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 PM – U of U Football Team (Isaac Wilson, Lander Barton, Taeshaun Lyons, Zemaiah Vaughn) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
4:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – A Conversation with the U of U Football Team Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage
Trevin Knell
What’s up everyone my name is Trevin Knell. Always do something to the fullest and be All In in everything you do. Urgency + Faith 🤞🏽
- Appeared in 114 games including 52 starts during four-year career at BYU
- Averaged 6.7 points per game, shooting 43.4 percent from the floor, 38.6 percent from three and 72.3 percent from the free throw line
- 9th most 3-point field goals (164)
- 9th most three 3-pointer games (24)
- 11th most 3-point field goal attempts (425)
- 17th highest 3-point field goal percentage (.386)
- 19th highest winning percentage (.711)
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
4:00 P.M. – A Conversation with BYU Basketball (Dallin Hall, Richie Saunders, Trevin Knell) – Panel w/Q&A
5:00 P.M. – Team Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
6:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
Trevor Lewis
Trevor Lewis is an American professional ice hockey center for the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
1:00 P.M. – A Utah Puck Report Conversation with Trevor Lewis, of the LA Kings, and Jay Stevens – Panel w/Q&A
2:00 P.M. – Photo Op Session – Photo Op Area 1
3:00 P.M. – Autograph Session – Autograph Zone
4:00 P.M. – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
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Tyler Batty
BYU Football Defensive End.
Schedule: Friday, July 12
3:00 – 3:30 PM – BYU Football Team Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
4:00 PM – BYU Football (Ben Bywater, Chase Roberts, Connor Pay, Kody Epps, Tyler Batty) – Panel w/Q&A
5:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
6:00 – 6:30 PM – Individual Photo Op – Photo Op Zone 2
U of U Gymnastics Team
Red Rocks Gymnastics Team – Makenna Smith, Jaedyn Rucker, Sarah Krump, Jaylene Gilstrap, Olivia Kennedy, and Elizabeth Gantner.
Friday, July 11 – 11:00 AM – Panel and G&A at the Main Stage.
Friday, July 12 – 12:00 PM – This photo op will feature ALL the Ute gymnasts at the Bash!
Please note the time and make sure you are planning to be at the Bash at that time. Photo Ops are limited, so buy before they sell out. A single photo may include up to 4 people
Friday, July 12 – 1:00 PM – VIP Lounge
Zemaiah Vaughn
Utah’s star cornerback.
Schedule: Saturday, July 13
3:00 PM – U of U Football Team (Isaac Wilson, Lander Barton, Taeshaun Lyons, Zemaiah Vaughn) Photo Op – Photo Op Area 2
4:00 PM – Meet and Greet in the VIP Lounge
5:00 PM – A Conversation with the U of U Football Team Panel w/ Q&A – Main Stage