Get to Know Newcomer Guard Elise Livingston

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Women's Basketball is preparing for the 2026-27 season with some new faces in the gym including transfer, Elise Livingston.

Livingston, a Millville, Utah, native joins the Utes after spending two seasons at Utah State. In her time with the Aggies, Livingston averaged 27.2 minutes per game while shooting 35.8% from the field, 33.5% from three and 83.9% from the free throw line. She averaged 7.2 points per game, 2.8 rebounds per game and 1.5 assists per game. She also recorded 53 starts in her time at Utah State.

Why did you choose Utah?

A: When I came on my visit it just felt really good. All the coaches were welcoming. I didn't meet any of the girls before I chose to come here but everything just felt right.

What is a core basketball memory?

A: Probably winning the high school state championships in my junior year.

What has been your favorite thing about Salt Lake City so far?

A: Probably the grocery stores. There's just not that many where I'm from. I love how many options there are for food here.

What is something in your basketball game that you're really proud of?

A: I'm a selfless player. I want what's best for the team so I love to share the ball.

What is something in your basketball game that you want to get better at?

A: Rebounding. I'm small and a guard so I need to work on better positioning and angles.

What would your walk-up song be?

A: Anything by Rhianna

What's a food from home that you miss?

A: Sunday Dinners at my parents house. Mashed potatoes and steak. Obviously I can make those things but it's so much better when my mom makes it.

What's your favorite go-to TV show?

A: Dance Moms. It's the show I put on whenever I need something in the background. I've seen every episode multiple times.

What's your Swig order?

A: Pink Bahama or just a crisp plain diet coke

What's something that everyone knows about you?

A: I am pretty stubborn. I like things a certain way and I don't waiver.

Did you ever think you'd end up at the University of Utah?

A: Literally never. We are a BYU family. My older brother played football there and his wife played volleyball there. My younger brother is committed there to play football at BYU. But the second I came to campus it just felt right to be here and be a Ute.

What are three words to describe yourself?

Hard-working, driven and fun

What's one thing about yourself that you want the world to know?

A: I'm obsessed with froyo. I would eat it every day if I could. I usually get cookie and cream based and put cookie dough and oreos in it. Oh, and sprinkles. I love sprinkles.

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Completed Event: Women's Basketball at Eastern Kentucky on March 19, 2026 , Loss , 58, to, 72

Completed Event: Women's Basketball versus #9 Seed BYU on March 5, 2026 , Loss , 52, to, 70

Completed Event: Women's Basketball versus Arizona on February 28, 2026 , Win , 81, to, 67

Completed Event: Women's Basketball at Colorado on February 24, 2026 , Win , 67, to, 64

Completed Event: Women's Basketball versus BYU on February 21, 2026 , Loss , 74, to, 86

Completed Event: Women's Basketball at Oklahoma State on February 16, 2026 , Loss , 55, to, 73

Completed Event: Women's Basketball versus Cincinnati on February 14, 2026 , Win , 67, to, 59

Completed Event: Women's Basketball at Arizona State on February 11, 2026 , Loss , 61, to, 71

Completed Event: Women's Basketball versus Iowa State on February 7, 2026 , Loss , 72, to, 79

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