In California, Mammoth Mountain confirmed Saturday in a social media post that a member of the ski patrol there died from injuries sustained in an avalanche that occurred last week. Officials said Claire Murphy was one of two ski patrol staffers who were caught in a slide during avalanche mitigation work being done the morning of Feb. 14.

A water grab is taking shape in Utah, where thirsty urban development north of Salt Lake City has created demand where supplies are limited.

New Mexico and Utah State are nearly locks from the Mountain West, but San Diego State, Boise State and Colorado State are likewise clinging to NCAA aspirations. The Aztecs can help their cause against New Mexico on Tuesday night, the Broncos face Utah State on Wednesday night and Colorado State plays Utah State and Boise State down the stretch.

Utah is another step closer to paying farmers to leave more water in the Colorado River system.

Though Colorado scored the first three points of the second half, Utah used another big run, this one 11-0, to push its lead out to 56-37. This time, Kennady McQueen had five points, Gianna Kneepkens four and Johnson two in the defining run.

Utah has gained a crucial leg up in their quest to begin building out the program's 2026 recruiting class as three-star cornerback Derrick Johnson II has listed the Utes in his final six teams. Johnson II is a 6-foot-2 170-pound defensive back who hails from Murrieta Valley High School in Murrieta,

Colorado State went 13 for 33 from 3-point range and 22 for 27 from the free-throw line but committed 11 turnovers to USU’s six.

A resolution introduced in the Utah State Legislature could have an impact on negotiations between states, tribes and Mexico over the future of the Colorado River.

Maye Toure and Gianna Kneepkens led Utah to a 77-60 victory over Colorado. Utah's strong start and third-quarter run secured their win, despite Toure's second-half struggles. Colorado's defense limited Utah's rhythm, but Utah maintained a double-digit lead.

Utah State defeated Colorado State Rams 93-85 at home, despite late-game struggles. Mason Falslev led with 22 points, while five Aggies scored in double figures. Utah State's strong 3-point shooting contrasted with poor free-throw performance.

Kansas’ defense has shown great vulnerabilities on the road, allowing 81.8 ppg in its last four away outings. While this is a good matchup to get back on track, how much can it truly improve after the defense has proven time and time again that it's more effective at home?