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BYU to face Utah Tech in season opener

By Utah News Staff · September 5, 2026 · 1 min read
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BYU is set to play Utah Tech at LaVell Edwards Stadium for their season opener. The game marks the first time the team will take the field this season.

Key takeaways

  • BYU will face Utah Tech at LaVell Edwards Stadium for the season opener.
  • Quarterback Bear Bachmeier was followed by national media during Big 12 Media Days in July.
  • Tiger and Bear Bachmeier performed music with their uncle, Donald, on July 13.

BYU is scheduled to take the field at LaVell Edwards Stadium against Utah Tech for the season opener. This matchup marks the first time the team will play this season.

Quarterback Bear Bachmeier was the subject of significant media attention during Big 12 Media Days held at The Star in Frisco, Texas, in July. During that event, reporters from various media outlets followed the breakout star quarterback throughout the day.

The Bachmeier family includes football players Tiger and Bear Bachmeier. On July 13, the brothers performed a set of songs alongside their uncle, Donald, in a performance referred to as the Music Bachs.

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