Completed Event: Women's Basketball at Eastern Kentucky on March 19, 2026 , Loss , 58, to, 72
Final Score
Women's Basketball
58
at Eastern Kentucky
72
The University of Utah Athletics
10 Days: Meet Dru Gylten
10/21/2018 10:30 AM | Women's Basketball
The University of Utah women's basketball program is officially 10 days away from its home exhibition game against Westminster College on Oct. 31. Get to know redshirt freshman #10 Dru Gylten. The Rapid City, S.D. native was a three-sport athlete at St. Thomas More High School while leading her basketball team to four-straight state championships.
Q: How did your interest in basketball begin?
A: My grandpa and both of my parents played college basketball and had a love for the sport. So, at a young age I was introduced to basketball because of them and my interest took over ever since. I do not remember ever not having an interest and love for basketball.
Q: What is your favorite part about playing basketball?
A: I have a couple favorites about basketball. I just love the sport, the competitiveness of the sport, the experiences it presents, and playing with others who have the same desires as me.
Q: What made you choose Utah?
A: I chose Utah for a couple reasons. On my visits, I felt an automatic connect with the team and coaches. The facilities were all new and I enjoyed the Ute atmosphere. Spending a lot of time outdoors growing up also played a role in my decision as I wanted to attend a college where nature and adventures would always be present. I definitely chose the right college.
Q: What are some of your favorite things to do outside of basketball?
A: I enjoy spending time outside, like hiking, going to the lake, or simply exploring. Growing up in South Dakota, I have always been around horses so sometimes if I ever have free time I love to go horseback riding.
Q: What is the best piece of advice you've been given?
A: Do not ever wish your time away. Live every day as if it was your last.
Q: Who is your biggest influence in life on and off the court and why?
A: My family. They are always supporting me and without them I would not be where I am today. They put so much money, time, and effort into me that I could never thank them or repay them for what they have given me. Every member has a special piece of character that influences me to be who I am, and I know that wherever I go or whatever I do they will always support and love me.
Q: What do you think are some keys to success when it comes to being a college athlete?
A: I think focus, attitude and effort are three big keys to becoming successful.
Q: If you could play and go pro in any other sport, what would it be and why?
A: If I could play any other sport it would be volleyball. I played in high school and absolutely enjoyed it. It is such a fun sport.
Q: What are you looking forward to most this season?
A: I am most looking forward to actually getting back on the court. After my injury taking away an entire season of play, I just want to get back to playing the sport I have always loved with my awesome teammates.
Q: What is your favorite part about being on the basketball team at Utah so far?
A: Besides all the amazing teammates I have gotten to know, my favorite part was our trip to Italy last year. It was an amazing experience to travel and tour such amazing places.
Q: Where is your favorite place to eat in Salt Lake City?
A: Cheesecake Factory.
Q: If you could have a super power, what would it be?
A: Time Travel.
Q: What is a holiday that doesn't exist that you would like to create?
A: National Children's Day.
Q: What did you want to be growing up?
A: Something in the medical field.
Q: If you could take three things with you to a desert island, what would they be?
A: A knife, matches and one of those special straws that filters water.
Q: If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
A: Organized, respectful, loving.
Q: What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?
A: Coffee.
Q: If you could time travel, where and when would you go?
A: Bermuda, in the summer.
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Q: How did your interest in basketball begin?
A: My grandpa and both of my parents played college basketball and had a love for the sport. So, at a young age I was introduced to basketball because of them and my interest took over ever since. I do not remember ever not having an interest and love for basketball.
Q: What is your favorite part about playing basketball?
A: I have a couple favorites about basketball. I just love the sport, the competitiveness of the sport, the experiences it presents, and playing with others who have the same desires as me.
Q: What made you choose Utah?
A: I chose Utah for a couple reasons. On my visits, I felt an automatic connect with the team and coaches. The facilities were all new and I enjoyed the Ute atmosphere. Spending a lot of time outdoors growing up also played a role in my decision as I wanted to attend a college where nature and adventures would always be present. I definitely chose the right college.
Q: What are some of your favorite things to do outside of basketball?
A: I enjoy spending time outside, like hiking, going to the lake, or simply exploring. Growing up in South Dakota, I have always been around horses so sometimes if I ever have free time I love to go horseback riding.
Q: What is the best piece of advice you've been given?
A: Do not ever wish your time away. Live every day as if it was your last.
Q: Who is your biggest influence in life on and off the court and why?
A: My family. They are always supporting me and without them I would not be where I am today. They put so much money, time, and effort into me that I could never thank them or repay them for what they have given me. Every member has a special piece of character that influences me to be who I am, and I know that wherever I go or whatever I do they will always support and love me.
Q: What do you think are some keys to success when it comes to being a college athlete?
A: I think focus, attitude and effort are three big keys to becoming successful.
Q: If you could play and go pro in any other sport, what would it be and why?
A: If I could play any other sport it would be volleyball. I played in high school and absolutely enjoyed it. It is such a fun sport.
Q: What are you looking forward to most this season?
A: I am most looking forward to actually getting back on the court. After my injury taking away an entire season of play, I just want to get back to playing the sport I have always loved with my awesome teammates.
Q: What is your favorite part about being on the basketball team at Utah so far?
A: Besides all the amazing teammates I have gotten to know, my favorite part was our trip to Italy last year. It was an amazing experience to travel and tour such amazing places.
Q: Where is your favorite place to eat in Salt Lake City?
A: Cheesecake Factory.
Q: If you could have a super power, what would it be?
A: Time Travel.
Q: What is a holiday that doesn't exist that you would like to create?
A: National Children's Day.
Q: What did you want to be growing up?
A: Something in the medical field.
Q: If you could take three things with you to a desert island, what would they be?
A: A knife, matches and one of those special straws that filters water.
Q: If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
A: Organized, respectful, loving.
Q: What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?
A: Coffee.
Q: If you could time travel, where and when would you go?
A: Bermuda, in the summer.
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