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Kalani Sitake's success at BYU garners attention for national recognition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:07 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Kalani Sitake's success at BYU garners attention for national recognition

Summary

Kalani Sitake continues to build the BYU Cougars into a strong contender in college football. Since being named head coach in 2016, he has led the program to six seasons with eight or more wins and two consecutive years with double-digit victories. Sitake's leadership emphasizes a balanced team approach, fostering a winning culture that consistently challenges the top teams in college football. His omission from ESPN's top coach rankings has sparked discussion about his contributions and the perception of BYU's program. As BYU navigates the NIL, interest in the team is expected to grow.

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By the Numbers

•Kalani Sitake has been BYU's head coach since 2016.
•Under Sitake, BYU has achieved six seasons with at least eight wins.
•The Cougars have recorded four double-digit win seasons in eleven years.
•BYU's recent performances have positioned them favorably in the college football.
•NIL dynamics are providing new opportunities for BYU's competitiveness.

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4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Kalani Sitake deserves more national recognition for what he's built at BYU

What they're saying

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Overlooked by national media despite elite win percentages, Kalani Sitake has transformed his alma mater into a consistent powerhouse through balanced leadership and a culture-first identity.
— Yahoo Sports

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