The line outside Maple Mountain High’s football field on Saturday told the story before the camp even got rolling. It stretched for at least 100 yards, all for a chance to spend a few hours around BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier and receiver Tiger Bachmeier.
The brothers were the draw for the first-ever Flexwork sports Experiential event for youth athletes, and the appeal was obvious: kids getting direct instruction, then lining up for the best part of the day, when they could run routes and catch passes thrown by both Cougars.
The camp ran about four hours, but the rotation with the Bachmeiers was the centerpiece. That was the moment the young players got to work with the brothers up close, and it was the part that seemed to land hardest with everyone involved.
“We always want to give back to the community,” said Bear Bachmeier. “I love being at BYU, and the mission statement (is) to be men of service, so we love being out here with the kids and they’re having so much fun … It’s putting a smile on our faces and theirs.”
Bear and Tiger have become major names in the local community, especially after what Bear did last season and with more expected from him heading into 2026. On Saturday, Bear said he was grateful for the support and happy to return the favor in any way he could.
“This is the best fan base in the country,” Bear said. “Me and Tiger, we we love being here. We’re so grateful for it and yeah, Cougar Nation’s the best.”
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For Sitake, the recognition fits a track record that has included both BYUs recent competitive success and a steady commitment to service in the community. His charitable work has drawn attention before, from founding organizations to volunteering locally and supporting other causes, and the Good Works Team nod puts that side of his profile back in the spotlight. The final team will be announced in September 2026, leaving BYU with a pair of nominees in the mix for one of college footballs most respected off-field honors. [Read more 🡒]
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Spring practice offered the first real hint that he may be ready for it. Coaches saw enough progress from Phillips to believe he can handle more responsibility, and his development now becomes one of the more important subplots as BYU starts building toward 2026. The question is whether he can turn that promise into the kind of consistent production the Cougars need from a receiver ready to emerge. [Read more 🡒]