The Utah Utes men's basketball team, also affectionately known as the Runnin' Utes, proudly represents the University of Utah in the NCAA Division I circuit, competing within the competitive Pac-12 Conference. With a rich history dating back to 1908, the Utes have etched their name in basketball history, boasting numerous tournament appearances and a coveted NCAA Championship title. Let's delve into the triumphs and milestones of the Utah Utes' college basketball journey.
Utah Utes College Basketball Championship Wins
The Utah Utes clinched their only NCAA Basketball Championship in the year 1944, securing a historic victory against Dartmouth College with a close scoreline of 42–40. Additionally, the Utes laid claim to the 1916 AAU National Championship, which was earned after emerging triumphant in the AAU national tournament. Furthermore, the team seized the NIT title in 1947, defeating powerhouse Kentucky in a memorable showdown.
| Year | Championship Title |
| 1944 | NCAA Championship |
| 1916 | AAU National Championship |
| 1947 | NIT Championship |
When did Utah Utes win the College Basketball Championship?
The Utah Utes claimed their NCAA Basketball Championship victory in the year 1944 in a thrilling clash against Dartmouth College, ultimately emerging victorious with a narrow margin of 42–40.
Utah Utes College Basketball Championship Appearances
The Utah Utes have showcased their prowess on the national stage with an impressive 29 appearances in the NCAA tournament, solidifying their status as a perennial contender. This tally places them at the 20th spot in NCAA history and ranks them among the top in the Western United States.
| Year | Result/Score |
| 1944 | W 45–35, W 40–31, W 42–40 OT |
| 1945 | L 37–62, L 66–69 |
| 1955 | L 59–78, W 108–85 |
| 1956 | W 81–72, L 77–92 |
| 1959 | L 53–71, L 65–71 |
| 1960 | W 80–73, L 54–65, W 89–81 |
| 1961 | W 91–75, W 88–80, L 67–82, L 120–127 4OT |
| 1966 | W 83–51, W 70–64, L 78–85, L 77–79 |
| 1977 | W 72–68, L 83–88 |
| 1978 | W 86–79 2OT, L 56–69 |
| 1979 | L 88–92 OT |
| 1981 | W 94–69, L 56–61 |
| 1983 | W 52–49, W 67–61, L 56–75 |
| 1986 | L 72–84 |
| 1991 | W 82–72, W 85–84 OT, L 66–83 |
| 1993 | W 86–65, L 62–83 |
| 1995 | W 76–64, L 64–78 |
| 1996 | W 72–43, W 73–67, L 70–101 |
| 1997 | W 75–61, W 77–58, W 82–77 OT, L 59–72 |
| 1998 | W 85–68, W 75–69, W 65–62, W 76–51, W 65–59, L 69–78 |
| 1999 | W 80–58, L 58–66 |
| 2000 | W 48–45, L 61–73 |
| 2002 | L 56–75 |
| 2003 | W 60–58, L 54–74 |
| 2004 | L 51–58 |
| 2005 | W 60–54, W 67–58, L 52–62 |
| 2009 | L 71–84 |
| 2015 | W 57–50, W 75–64, L 57–63 |
| 2016 | W 80–69, L 59–82 |
When did Utah Utes last appear in the College Basketball Championship?
The Utah Utes' most recent NCAA Basketball Championship appearance was in the year 2016, highlighting their consistent presence and competitive spirit in college basketball.
Utah Utes Conferences Wins
The Utah Utes have demonstrated their dominance in conference play, securing several championship titles over the years. Notably, they clinched the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) tournament championships in 1995, 1997, and 1999, showcasing their consistency and prowess in the competition. Additionally, the Utes emerged victorious in the Mountain West Conference tournament in 2004 and 2009, further solidifying their standing as a formidable force in collegiate basketball within their conference.
FAQ's On Utah college basketball championships
A. The Utah Utes have clinched one NCAA Basketball Championship title, secured in the year 1944.
A. The Utah Utes have made a total of 29 appearances in the NCAA Basketball Championship tournament.
A. The Utah Utes' most recent appearance in the NCAA Basketball Championship was in the year 2016.
A. The Utah Utes have won championship titles in both the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) and the Mountain West Conference.
A. The Utah Utes have won the WAC tournament championship three times, in 1995, 1997, and 1999.
