HEART OF PROVO: Kalani Sitake Celebrates 100th Win with BYU — Players Lift Coach in Emotional Postgame Moment
Kalani Sitake reached a historic milestone that sent waves of joy through Cougar Nation—his 100th career win as head coach of the BYU Cougars. The emotional victory, sealed under the bright lights of LaVell Edwards Stadium, wasn’t just a testament to strategy and execution—it was a celebration of loyalty, resilience, and unbreakable bonds between a coach and his players.
As the final whistle blew and the scoreboard confirmed BYU’s triumphant performance, players swarmed their beloved head coach, hoisting him high above their shoulders to the roar of 65,000 fans. Tears welled in Sitake’s eyes as he waved to the crowd, visibly overwhelmed by the love from his team and the Cougar faithful.
“This win belongs to everyone—our players, staff, families, and especially our fans,” Sitake said in the postgame interview. “I’ve always said it’s not about me, it’s about building something bigger than ourselves. Today, we saw that.”
Sitake, who took over in 2016 as the first Tongan head coach in FBS history, has become the heartbeat of BYU football. Known for his infectious positivity, deep faith, and player-first mentality, Sitake has rebuilt the program into a respected national contender. His 100th win places him among elite company in BYU history, alongside coaching legends like LaVell Edwards.
From thrilling upsets to bowl game victories, Sitake’s journey has been one of heart and humility. But this night—this win—was different. It wasn’t just a number in a record book. It was a reminder of what makes BYU football special: unity, tradition, and a coach who’s more than a leader—he’s family.
And as the fireworks lit up the Provo sky, Cougar Nation knew one thing for sure: Kalani Sitake’s legacy is far from finished.
