CEDAR CITY, Utah – Southern Utah men's basketball continues its newcomer introduction series with junior guard Dylan Sanders, who joins the Thunderbirds for the 2026-27 season after spending last season at Colorado State University Pueblo.
The 6-foot-4 guard from Aurora, Colorado, brings collegiate experience and scoring production to head coach Rob Jeter's roster as the Thunderbirds prepare for their return to the Big Sky Conference.
A Proven Collegiate Contributor
Sanders arrives in Cedar City following a successful 2025-26 campaign at CSU Pueblo, where he averaged 11.3 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game while earning First Team All-Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference honors.
Before his time at CSU Pueblo, Sanders played at Pearl River Community College during the 2024-25 season, averaging 10.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.8 steals per contest. He also spent time at Odessa College earlier in his collegiate career.
Sanders will wear No. 5 for the Thunderbirds this season, adding another experienced option to Southern Utah's backcourt.
As part of Southern Utah's newcomer introduction series, Thunderbird fans have an opportunity to get acquainted with Sanders before he takes the floor for his first season in Cedar City.
The Colorado native joins a revamped Southern Utah roster looking to establish itself as the program returns to Big Sky Conference competition.
Watch Dylan Sanders' introduction video here and get to know one of the newest Thunderbirds.
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