Kalani Sitake Confirms Commitment to Stay at BYU

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Kalani Sitake Confirms Commitment to Stay at BYU

In an important announcement for BYU football, head coach Kalani Sitake has confirmed his commitment to remain with the team. The news comes after he considered a coaching position at Penn State, sparking speculation about his future.

Contract Extension Sealed

Shortly before 5 p.m. on a recent Tuesday evening, BYU officially revealed that it had reached a contract extension agreement with Sitake. This decision follows a period of uncertainty for the program.

Team Reaction

Following the announcement, BYU’s director of football operations, Jack Damuni, shared a video on X showing Sitake addressing his players. In the video, Sitake reassured his team, stating, “You guys know we’re working out all the details with agents and everything, but I’m not going anywhere.”

His statement was met with enthusiasm as players erupted in cheers. Senior defensive end Logan Lutui led the excitement, rallying his teammates in support of their coach.

Upcoming Challenges

As Sitake continues to lead BYU, the team is preparing for an important matchup. They are currently ranked No. 11 in the College Football Playoff rankings and will face No. 4 Texas Tech in the Big 12 title game this Saturday.

  • Coach: Kalani Sitake
  • Current Ranking: No. 11 in College Football Playoff
  • Upcoming Game: Facing Texas Tech
  • Date of Announcement: Tuesday evening, prior to 5 p.m.

This reaffirmation of Kalani Sitake’s commitment is a crucial development for BYU’s football program as they approach their next major challenge.