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Kalani Sitake discusses resources and relationships at BYU

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:10 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Kalani Sitake discusses resources and relationships at BYU

Summary

Kalani Sitake addressed reporters on August 12, 2026, regarding the hiring of Marc Hill and comments about BYU’s football resources. The coach emphasized that his focus remains on the players and their development, despite recent social media speculation concerning his relationship with athletic director Brian Santiago. Sitake acknowledged challenges in the program related to resources, stating, 'We’ve been given the challenge of doing the most with the least.' He also noted that he would leave discussions on resources to his agent while striving to elevate BYU football’s status. Sitake responded positively to Marc Hill's hiring, highlighting the new deputy athletic director's experience from the SEC.

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Key Details

•Sitake spoke on Cougar Sports about BYU's resource challenges.
•He aims to focus on players and avoid distractions this season.
•Sitake welcomed Marc Hill's hiring as deputy athletic director.
•Speculation around Brian Santiago's job status has circulated recently.
•The football season is set to start in less than a month.

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10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kalani Sitake addresses past comments regarding resources at BYU, his relationship with Brian Santiago

What they're saying

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A BYU spokesperson even addressed the speculation on Cougarboard, a BYU fan website. Kalani Sitake was asked today about BYU’s hiring of Marc Hill, his past comments about resources at BYU and his relationship with Brian Santiago.
— Yahoo Sports

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