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Austin Pace

Senior News Producer and Sports Reporter

About Me:

I was born and raised in Southeastern Arizona. I am the oldest child and the best older brother my 3 little sisters could ever ask for. My family is everything to me, especially my wife Rachel, and we find ourselves in constant competition on the Pickleball courts where she tends to beat me 95% of the time!

I was also the winner of Gila Valley Idol, a local singing competition, in 2021. I then used those winnings to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Mozambique Beira Mission speaking Portuguese.

My comm background:

As a kid, I never had a problem writing, and I enjoyed it. My genuine interest in journalism started in high school, realizing that Sportscasting is something I would love to do.

I am a Communications major with an emphasis on News and Journalism and am currently working to further my studies to become a Sportscaster.

I have worked with BYU-Idaho Radio since October 2023, first as a Music Programmer, then as the Intern, and now as a Senior News Producer and news and sports reporter.


Latest from Austin Pace

January 09, 2026 05:12 PM
Debbie Critchfield is running for re-election as Idaho’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, campaigning on continuity, career readiness and what she calls a return to educational fundamentals. While no challengers have entered the race yet, democrats say the office is a priority ahead of the May primary and November general election.
2 Min Read
January 08, 2026 03:19 PM
BYU is navigating a busy offseason with multiple player departures as the college football transfer portal approaches its Jan. 16 deadline. Despite roster holes, the Cougars are bolstered by key returners, a strong recruiting class and several transfer targets still in play.
1 Min Read
December 08, 2025 04:29 PM
BYU finished an impressive 11–1 season but was never seriously considered for the College Football Playoff, ultimately landing just outside the final bracket. Despite stronger metrics than Notre Dame and Miami, the Cougars were passed over, leaving fans questioning whether BYU was snubbed.
2 Min Read
December 05, 2025 04:39 PM
Despite an 11–1 season, BYU sits just outside the College Football Playoff, ranked No. 11 and trailing several two-loss teams. With national analysts calling the rankings unjust, the Cougars’ best chance to break into the playoff comes in this weekend’s Big 12 Championship rematch against Texas Tech.
2 Min Read
December 05, 2025 04:35 PM
BYU football signed 19 high school recruits on the first day of the early signing period, marking the highest-ranked recruiting class in program history. Headlined by elite quarterback Ryder Lyons, the class positions the Cougars for long-term national competitiveness.
1 Min Read
December 04, 2025 04:38 PM
BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake has agreed to a long-term contract extension, solidifying his future with the Cougars after years of on-field success and deep off-field impact. Players, staff and fans celebrated the news, praising Sitake’s leadership, character and commitment to the program.
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