I’ve been very hesitant to post this personal health/life update because it’s not really my style. But, I feel extra compelled to share tonight. This is absolutely NOT meant to divide politically in any way. I respect & love the gift of personal agency.
Here goes (See attached):
My Friends,
My father, hero, and the greatest home teacher I’ve ever known... Kent Randall Linton... passed away this morning at home in Clinton, Utah.
He battled cancer courageously and can now rest. 💙 I’m certain the reunion with his parents and family members is sweet.
I honestly can't believe how LOUD the
#BYU
fans are in Allen Fieldhouse. Can't be more than 1,000 of them. But they are definitely heard... and being boo'd by Kansas fans for chanting "B-Y-U... B-Y-U."
#BYUSN
My dad served a 2-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the “Great Lakes Mission” (Ohio, Michigan, Indiana) in the 1960’s. I’m in his mission area on the day he finished his mission in this life. I feel connected to him on the banks of Lake Erie. 💙
I sat in a mission conference in Busan, Korea in June, 2001 as Pres.
@EyringHB
promised us that a temple would be built in Busan someday. It seemed almost unbelievable in that moment.
Today his prophetic promise rings true. I’m overwhelmed with joy. So happy for my 부산 friends.
I am so incredibly humbled and overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, and kindness so many of you (literally thousands of you) have sent my way over the last 12 hours. Your prayers and encouragement have literally lifted my body and spirit. I am so grateful.
#BeatCovid
Of note for
@BYUFootball
fans:
I was told post game in Stillwater that
#BYU
Kicker Will Ferrin was put on scholarship earlier this week.
After the season he’s had… more than deserved!
#BYUSN
Isaac Rex is understandably distraught… and emotional… being consoled by his family.
Reality is…
#BYU
never should have been in that overtime situation. The winning opportunities were numerous in the 2nd half… well before the final play.
#BYUSN
Former
@BYUbasketball
Head Coach Dave Rose suffered a major heart attack on Tuesday morning. Some extraordinary doctors & prayer helped him get through it. An update below was posted by his wife Cheryl.
Wishing Coach Rose a full recovery. Love to the Rose fam! 💙🙏🏼
#BYU
#BYUSN
WILD STORY here:
The family of
@byuwbb
’s Kaylee Smiler was visiting all the way from New Zealand today… for the only game they could watch in person this season. Smiler, a senior guard, was forced to leave the game early after having the top of her head split open. 8 staples…
Case for a
@BYUfootball
NY6 bowl bid:
- 2 WINS vs conference champs (Utah, AT Utah St)
- 2 RANKED WINS (Utah, USU - who will be ranked Sunday)
- 5-0 vs PAC-12
- ONLY TEAM to play 3 conf champs (Utah, USU, Baylor)
- BIG ratings & BIG ticket sales
cc:
@Fiesta_Bowl
@CFAPeachBowl
I just had a McLane Stadium worker on the sidelines tell me…
“I’ve been a Baylor fan my whole life, and I’ve never seen an opponent crowd presence like this in Waco. Where did they (
#BYU
fans) all come from?”
#BYUSN
A standing ovation for him in the last timeout. So deserved. What a warrior and example of resilience! Emotions are palpable. Great to have Shawn back in this building.
Mark Pope:
“I’ve never seen an atmosphere quite like this… [but] I have a special team and special leaders.
My guys composure [after my technical foul] stayed perfect.”
#BYU
#BYUSN
Except Zach is punctual, accountable, disciplined in his QB craft, driven, responsible, TEACHABLE, doesn’t party, and handles criticism with class. Should I keep going about how they’re basically complete opposites?
#WhereColinWasWrong
#BYU
#BYUSN
#Jets
This is the crowd that showed up on Senior Night for a
@BYUMBB
team that had lost 4 straight… and was 6-9 in
@WCChoops
entering the game. Almost 16,000 strong. Incredible support from the Cougs’ fan base. Electric in the under 4-minute timeout.
#BYU
#BYUSN
The dream start for
@byubasketball
continues. The Cougars are now 6-0… including convincing wins over SDSU, Arizona State, and NC State.
On Monday,
#BYU
WILL be ranked in the
@APTop25
(maybe in the Top 20)… and could be a Top 10
@kenpomeroy
team.
Oh… and they beat NC State…
#BYU
Football Injury UPDATE:
I just learned after hosting "Coordinator's Corner" on
@BYUtv
that there is a "good chance" BYU could have the following key players back & available for TCU after the bye week:
- WR Kody Epps
- RB Aidan Robbins
- OL Weylin Lapuaho
- LB Ben Bywater
Many of you are wondering why BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake was so upset to the point of drawing a 15 yard penalty.
After inquiring on the sideline, it’s clear he was complaining about what he perceived as multiple late hits and “cheap shots” from USC.
#BYU
#BYUSN
READ!
"I hit rock bottom. My depression took over, my anxiety took over. Being very open about it... I was very suicidal for a couple months. In April, I was convinced that there was no reason for me to be here anymore."
-
@Chazyboy03
,
#BYU
💙 For Chaz
#BYU
just outscored TCU by 29 points (58-29) in the 2nd half... and win 87-75.
Down 17 at half... win by 12. Marriott Center magic? Maybe. But I'm more inclined to believe it's just the makeup of this
@BYUMBB
team... and guys like Richie Saunders.
#BYUSN
BYU Senior CB Eddie Heckard told me postgame that he had long “dreamed of a pick-6.”
In his final collegiate game… he finally realized that dream. Amazing.
Then he said, “I’d happily give it all up [that pick-6 dream] for a win today.” Also amazing.
#BYUSN
cc:
@BYUfootball
Nothing but respect and admiration for this young man. He’s a stand-up human being. Humble and classy. What an impact on
@BYUfootball
in just a few games. 👏🏼 Wishing you a full recovery
@juicewilliams__
! You are destined for greatness. 🙏🏼👊🏼
#ForeverBYU
#BYU
#BYUSN
I needed this tonight. Heard the following from my boys while eavesdropping:
Jett (5-years-old): “When do you think Jesus will come down again?”
Jax (9-years-old): “I don’t know. But until then, he’s always in our hearts.”
Indeed He is... IF we invite Him.
Rest well, friends!
A few thoughts on the
@CFBPlayoff
show and rankings:
1)
@kalanifsitake
won the night. HE crushed that interview.
2) Is Cincinnati really 7 spots better than
@BYUfootball
? 7 spots???
3) Georgia (5-2) is the most grossly overrated team at no. 9.
#BYU
#BYUSN
.
@BYUbasketball
Head Coach Dave Rose on the mic after WINNING the
@INFINITIUSA
Coaches Charity Challenge! 🌹🏀🙌🏼
$100,000 to the
#BYU
Simmons Center for CANCER RESEARCH.
LET’S GO!!!
Actually, my dad is Kent Linton. He passed away from cancer in September at the age of 72. I miss him every day. He's my hero. Thanks for the perspective on what really matters in life. I'll focus on that. I appreciate the tweet.
I ran in to a familiar, smiling face today in L.A. He’s very popular here... & everywhere.
While his fame has clearly changed, HE definitely has not. Same ol’ genuine, awesome
@AsapPuka
.
Watch/hear my conversation w/ him tomorrow (Monday, 12/18) on
@BYUSportsNation
.
#BYU
#BYUSN
Okay... I’ve seen enough!
I’m starting an official petition for
@AlexBarcello23
to stay with
@BYUbasketball
for another year.
Who’s with me??? Quote tweet sign your name. 😂 Or do whatever...
#BYU
#BYUSN
BREAKING:
@BYUFootball
will play NAVY to open the 2020 season on LABOR DAY, Monday, September 7th.
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL for
#BYU
in Annapolis.
Kalani vs. Ken. I love, love, love... continued love this.
#BYUSN
VIP's in the Marriott Center tonight for
@UCF_MBB
vs.
@BYUMBB
:
- Taysom Hill
- Jaren Hall
- Blake Freeland
- Danny Ainge
- Keyonte George
- Taylor Hendricks
- Ryan Smith
#BYU
#BYUSN
It never ceases to amaze… when I hear how “easy” MANY people think my job is.
Guess what? It’s not. In fact, it’s extremely challenging. And that’s probably an understatement.
I’d be happy to run you through a simple test if any of you really want to know how “EASY” it is.
So
@byu_cosmo
has upped his 🐐 status... again. Skydive into LaVell Edwards Stadium? 🤯 Why not?
No. 1 in the mascot power rankings for good reason.
#BYU
#BYUSN
My family and I are overwhelmed at the love and support across
@BYUSportsNation
after the passing of my father, Kent. Thank you! 💙🙏🏼
Whether you knew him or not, this story will give you a glance into who Kent Linton was. “True Blue Hero” via
@byutv
.
A rep from one of
@BYUfootball
’s elite corporate sponsors happened to be rolling on THE catch by
@chase_roberts11
.
The combined sideline reaction after the play is exactly what you might expect it to be.
#WOW
Can you find me? 😂 (Not hard to find at the end).
#BYU
#BYUSN
From 1989-1992, I played in the "Holy War." We were
@BYUfootball
was 4-0 vs. Utah.
BYU will win tonight.
1. The defense will create 3 turnovers. 2. Chaz Ah You will have a monster game.
3. Jaren Hall & Psycho T will have 220 rushing.
4. BYU's punter will a big game.
Ericka Lassiter & her son Kwincy win the outfits of the day for the
@BYUFootball
vs.
@KU_Football
showdown in their
@Big12Conference
opener.
Ericka is watching her sons Darius (
#BYU
WR) & Kwinton (
#KU
DB) play against each other. She even bought seats evenly dividing the field.
RANT: (1 of 3)
I just found out that Arizona Christian University (
@ACUphoenix
) will NOT admit my niece because she belongs to the “Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.” They (
@ACUFirestorm
) recruited her to swim... then called her & said, “we can’t admit you because...
"I'm going to be able to be a pro for a very long time. I only have one more year to do something special. I owe it to this school and my teammates to go out and do something special."
-
@yochilds22
on returning for his Sr. year with
@BYUbasketball
#BYUSN
I can't help but feel overwhelmed emotionally as I listen to BYU President Kevin Worthen and BYU Athletic Director
@TomHolmoe
accept the Big 12 invitation. So many have worked so hard to make this happen. On the shoulders of GIANTS.
This is a GREAT day.
#BYU
#BYUSN
Their father Nathan was recently given 4 weeks to live. Amazing family and Kalani Sitake and his staff are surprising them… not just with an impromptu trip to Shreveport… but by having them run out flags tomorrow with the team. My heart is full.
#BeTheGood
#BYU
#BYUSN
I can’t even begin to express my respect, appreciation, and admiration for
@TyDetmer14
. His response to all of this was of the utmost class. Thank you, Ty.
#BYU
#BYUSN
.
@BYUMBB
Coach Mark Pope just said postgame that transfer guard Dawson Baker has surgery scheduled for his foot and is "shutting it down." He added it's a "super complicated surgery."
Wishing Dawson a successful and expedited recovery. Great player. Better man.
#BYU
#BYUSN
CLAYTON YOUNG!!! National champ in the 10K!!!
Cougs go 1st, 3rd, and 4th... WOW!
An incredible effort and another chapter for the legend of
#BYUSN
Karma!
#BYU
Things
@BYUfootball
(5-2) are still playing for:
- PAC-12 South title (de facto)
- 10 win season
- Top 25 final ranking
AND… what I REALLY want for
#BYU
is a bowl game matchup vs. an undefeated Coastal Carolina.
#BYUSN
BULLETIN:
I just had a millennial who works at
@byutv
ask me the following while looking at my shirt (see pic):
“What happened at
@BYU
in 1984?”
The range of emotions I experienced (from incredulous to depressed & back) was... something. 😦
TEACH THE YOUTH!
#NeverForget
#BYU
👀
"In context with COVID... because of what
@TomHolmoe
had to pull off just to get a season and what was accomplished... [the 2020 season] was the greatest of all time."
Hall of Famer
@SteveYoungQB
on where the 2020
@BYUfootball
season ranks in program history.
#BYU
#BYUSN
This is WILD!
#BYU
Men's Basketball in the last 17 days:
Let me know if I missed anything. LOL!
- Mark Pope leaves for Kentucky
- Dallin Hall enters transfer portal
- Richie Saunders enters portal
- Aly Khalifa enters portal
- Collin Chandler decommits from BYU to join UK
-…
I just asked
#BYU
running back Tyler Allgeier if he is coming back for one more year and when he’ll make that decision.
His answer: “(smiling) I’ll keep you posted.”
#BYUSN
It is an absolute FAILURE & JOKE by the
@NCAASoftball
Tournament committee to leave BYU out…& their “RPI justification” needs to die a thousand deaths in ALL sports.
BYU = 42-10 (best record in school history), WCC co-champs, won 17 straight to close the season, & are left out.
“We are deeply disappointed we did not receive a bid to the NCAA tournament. This year’s team is playing great softball and deserved a shot. We will respect the committee’s decision and use it as a motivator to get better going forward.”
- Coach Gordon Eakin