Bennee brothers achieve football dream at Utah
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In Salt Lake City, Utah, brothers Noah and Jackson Bennee are now college football teammates after navigating separate paths to reach the University of Utah.
The Bennee family, with ten children, always prioritized sports, encouraging all their kids to participate in multiple activities growing up. Noah initially walked on at Utah but later transferred to Weber State, where he became a starter before returning to Utah with an NCAA exemption.
Jackson also joined Utah as a walk-on, eventually earning a starting position as a safety and demonstrating versatility by playing multiple positions. Both brothers turned down larger financial offers to play together for the Utes, fulfilling a lifelong dream. Their parents, Peter and Shauna Bennee, fostered a sports-centric environment, and their siblings also found success in athletics, one played football for Utah, another was a professional snowboarder. The brothers credit their upbringing, faith, and strong family bonds for their success.
Currently, Jackson is a key player on Utah’s defense, while Noah has become the team’s leading receiver. The family lives close together, with Jackson and Noah being next-door neighbors and their wives being close friends, allowing them to support each other in both football and raising their young children. They prioritize their faith and view their success as a blessing.
