Olympic Utah

This week on Sunday Edition Doug Wright looks at the latest developments for Utah's Olympic bid....
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Sunday Edition: Utah’s Olympic Bid, Midterm Elections

This week on Sunday Edition Doug Wright looks at the latest developments for Utah's Olympic bid.
1 year ago
One the of climbers in the training camp climbing a wall. (KSL-TV's Alex Cabrero)...
Alex Cabrero

USA Climbing Camp for Paris 2024 begins in Salt Lake City

As the Summer 2024 Olympic Games draws closer, those athletes looking to participate begin their training. 
1 year ago
The Salt Lake City valley buildings are seen with the Olympic rings on the mountain behind the city...
Hugo Rikard-Bell, KSLNewsRadio

Japan’s paused Olympic bid will not affect Salt Lake’s

Salt Lake City’s chief Olympic rival, Sapporo, Japan is taking a break in its bid for the 2030 Winter Olympics.
1 year ago
FILE: General View as the Olympic Flame burns during the Opening Ceremony of the 2002 Salt Lake Cit...
Eddie Pells, AP National Writer

Fewer locations, besides Salt Lake City, want to host Winter Olympics

It’s becoming nearly impossible to find any place, outside of Salt Lake City, that truly wants to host these events.
1 year ago
The Salt Lake City valley buildings are seen with the Olympic rings on the mountain behind the city...
Karah Brackin

Utah may be considered for 2030, 2034 winter Olympic Games

The International Olympic Committee wrapped up three days of meetings on Wednesday. During that time, they discussed everything from rotating the Olympic Games within a pool of host cities to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Utah may be an option for future winter games.
1 year ago
World Cup Short-track Speedskating event in Salt Lake another example Utah is ready for a future Ol...
Alex Cabrero

World Cup speedskating event shows Utah is ready for future Olympics

World Cup short track speedskating event in Salt Lake showcases that Utah is ready to hold possible upcoming Olympic Games.
1 year ago
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Shelby Lofton

Group aims to greatly reduce homelessness in SLC before Olympics potentially returns

While we wait to find out if Salt Lake City will win the bid for an upcoming Winter Olympics, one group wants to solve an issue plaguing the area before the Games' potential return.
2 years ago
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Alex Cabrero

Speedskaters prepare for 2026 Olympics

From the gridiron to the Olympic Oval. A group of elite athletes aren't wasting any time gearing up for their next chance to win Olympic Gold.
2 years ago
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Andrew Adams

NASCAR drivers team with Olympians for unique Park City experience

Some big names from the world of racing converged on Park City Wednesday to team up with Olympians for a unique, "whirlwind" experience.
2 years ago
FILE: PYEONGCHANG-GUN, SOUTH KOREA - FEBRUARY 25: Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn of the United States at...
Matt Rascon, KSL TV

Bid for SLC Olympics gets boost from Lindsey Vonn at meeting in Switzerland

The bid to bring the Olympics back to the state got a boost Wednesday, as Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn joined officials for a meeting with the International Olympic Committee in Switzerland.
2 years ago
ZHANGJIAKOU, CHINA - FEBRUARY 18: Gold medallist Ailing Eileen Gu of Team China poses with their me...
Michael Houck, KSL TV

Olympic Champion Eileen Gu will represent Salt Lake City for Olympic bid

Olympic athlete Eilee Gu will serve as the global ambassador for Salt Lake City's bid to host either the 2030 or 2034 Winter Games.
2 years ago
Utah team in Special Olympics...
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Wasatch represents Utah at National Special Olympics with cheers, fun

The Wasatch High School Unified Basketball team competed Tuesday at the National Special Olympics in Orlando. One of the athletes had everyone cheering her on, even though she didn't make a single basket.
2 years ago
USA Climbing competition in SLC on May 21st, 2022...
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

World’s best climbers in SLC for competition

It's the perfect time for Salt Lake to be at the forefront of the sport’s popularity.
2 years ago
Nathan Chen of Team United States reacts during the Men Single Skating Short Program on day four of...
Morgan Wolfe, KSL TV

Gold medalist Nathan Chen returns to the ice at Maverik Center

Salt Lake City showed Nathan Chen they’ll always support him.
2 years ago
Nathan Chen at Utah Capitol (KSL TV)...
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

‘Nathan Chen Day,’ Olympic gold medalist honored at Utah Capitol

Nathan Chen had been working his whole life for that gold medal moment during the 2022 Beijing Olympics. Today he is back in Utah to celebrate.
2 years ago
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Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Famous Olympic helmet stolen from Utah skeleton athlete

A local Olympic athlete had his backpack stolen, with his famous skeleton helmet inside.
2 years ago
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Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Univ. of Utah ‘Tetra Ski’ invention could become part of future Paralympic Games

A new invention by University of Utah engineers and scientists allows people with high-level, complex disabilities to ski downhill.
2 years ago
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Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV

Members of Team USA reunite with family, friends in Utah following Olympics

With the Beijing Olympics in the books, Olympians returned home to a warm welcome at the Salt Lake International Airport.
2 years ago
Curling is a sold out activity at the Kearns Olympic Oval. (KSL TV)...
Morgan Wolfe, KSL TV

Curling, Utah’s latest craze on ice 

From Salt Lake City to Park City, and the Olympic Oval in Kearns you'll find that curling has taken over the ice. 
2 years ago
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Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Utah man offers familiar voice for athletes in Beijing

Carl Roepke, who lives in Park City, was invited to Beijing for the 2022 Winter Olympics because of his voice.
2 years ago
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Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Utah broadcast crews capture top Olympic moments in Beijing

The Olympics are always filled with memorable moments and images we'll never forget. But did you know, some of those shots, and the sights and sounds of the Games, were captured by a Utah broadcast crew?
2 years ago
Kaillie Humphries and Kaysha Love of Team United States slide during the 2-women Bobsleigh heats on...
Keira Farrimond and Sam Farnsworth, KSL TV

Herriman track star-turned-bobsledder makes Olympic debut

Kaysha Love had dreams of one day going to the Olympics, but in her dreams, there was no snow and ice.
2 years ago
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Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Utah man goes from Olympian to advocate for country of Colombia

Dozens of Utah athletes are representing Team USA in Beijing, but we also have a lot of International athletes competing as well. KSL's Alex Cabrero spoke with a Utah man who is helping his home country produce even more Olympians.
2 years ago
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Debbie Worthen, KSL TV

Utah couple celebrates Olympic pin trading 20 years after Salt Lake Games

Mike and Paula Bennett had about 100 pins when the 2002 Winter Olympics began. Now, their collection has grown to feature over 3,500 pins and pieces of memorabilia.
2 years ago

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