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Olympians Conner Mantz (left) and Clayton Young are competitors—but they’re also close friends. Both BYU grads will be running the Olympic marathon on Aug. 10, but they’ve been keeping stride with each other for years. In this new Y Magazine podcast episode, Young and Mantz chat about the 2024 Paris Olympics, their friendship, the competition, and their faith. Also, don’t miss this new video featuring the marathon duo. |
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As the Paris Olympics begin this weekend, BYU finds itself solidly in the running—in events from the steeplechase to the 5000m to the marathon (not to mention grads competing in 3x3 hoops and rugby). It’s the latest reflection of the world-class distance-running programs led by BYU coaches Ed Eyestone and Diljeet Taylor. Both programs boast storied success in decades past, and each has a pack of promising athletes ready to build the BYU dynasties they’ve inherited. Read the new Y Magazine cover story to learn how BYU has come to lead the way in distance running. |
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Want to keep track of the nine BYU-affiliated athletes competing in the summer Olympics? From Stephanie Rovetti’s first women’s rugby sevens match on July 28 to Jimmer Fredette’s basketball 3x3 debut on July 30 to Conner Mantz, Clayton Young, and Rory Linkletter in the marathon on Aug. 10, this list will help you coordinate your viewing schedule so you don’t miss the BYU Olympians as they compete against the best in the world. |
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“Life is all about trying to give back, being kind, being respectful,” says 2024 Olympian Jimmer Fredette. The former BYU basketball star has presented dozens of anti-bullying presentations in schools and communities, teaching kids to make kindness cool. Watch the video. |
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In the midst of a sweltering heat wave, the state of Utah approved a type of grass that could have a critical impact on future water conservation—and BYU professors and students have been key in the testing that informed that decision. Learn more about the hybrid Bermuda grass that can stay green after six weeks without water. |
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Known for its convenience and delicious ice cream, the Creamery on Ninth is celebrating 75 years. And BYU has just announced plans to construct a bigger building, located just to the west of the current location. Construction begins this month and should wrap up mid-2025. No worries: the current Creamery on Ninth will remain open until just before the new store opens. To get the scoop, you can read the article, see a tasty video, or take advantage of a sweet new delivery service. |
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Between 1840 and 1930 thousands of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints immigrated to America. While there is a tendency to focus on the pioneers’ difficult trek across the plains, it was only part of the long journey. Learn about the new Saints by Sea database, which provides documentation and inspiring stories about the seafaring voyages of nearly 90,000 Latter-day Saint pioneers. |
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“When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, / When sorrows like sea billows roll— / Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say, / ‘It is well, it is well with my soul.’” Enjoy this stirring performance of “It Is Well with My Soul” from the BYU Concert Choir’s recent EP In Memoriam. |
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BYU grad and aspiring chef Becca Gibb recently auditioned for the 14th season of MasterChef: Generations, a culinary competition where the top home cooks from four generations—Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers—battle in the kitchen. Watch as Chef Becca boldly bakes a molten chocolate lava cake as her audition dish for Gordon Ramsay and the other judges. |
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