Utah football honors players with “Moment of Loudness” tradition
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At Rice-Eccles Stadium in Utah, fans participate in a “Moment of Loudness” during football games to honor the memories of Ty Jordan and Aaron Lowe, two players who died within nine months of each other in 2020 and 2021.
The tradition began in 2022 with a video created by Kyle Whittingham and has since evolved to include photos of fans’ deceased loved ones, becoming a celebration of the entire Utah football community.
Utah football players and coaches, deeply affected by the loss of Jordan and Lowe, have continued to honor them through a scholarship fund, the “22 Forever” memorial scholarship, and by wearing special helmets. Recently, the program created a new video for the “Moment of Loudness,” featuring narration from current and former players, including those now in the NFL, who returned to contribute. The tradition reflects the strong bonds within the Utah football program and its alumni network.
Coach Morgan Scalley also used the moment to remember Gaius Vaenuku, a player who died in a car accident before playing a game for the Utes, highlighting the program’s commitment to remembering all those lost. Scalley noted the support from former players demonstrates the program’s health and connection to its past.
