Utah Tech University Athletics

At Utah Tech 2024-25: Was named to the WAC’s all-Freshman Team after she finished third on the team in scoring at 10.0 ppg (12.5 ppg in WAC play) on 40.2 percent shooting (.384 3FG; 38-of-99) started in 25 of the 30 games and scored in double figures in 16 of those outings, including in 11 of the last 16 games overall … scored 20 or more points twice during WAC play, highlighted by a career-high 22 points on 7-of-15 shooting with three 3-pointers off the bench at Tarleton State (1/11) … returned to the starting line-up in home win over Seattle U (1/16) and responded by scoring 12 of her team-high 18 points in the first quarter … went 6-of-12 from the floor in that win with a career-high tying four 3-pointers and a career-best six steals … poured in a game-high 21 points in the SUU home loss (2/13), and 18 points at California Baptist (3/1).
 
Before Utah Tech: Was a four-year varsity letter winner at Copper Hills High School and a three-time all-state selection … earned 2023-24 first team all-state honors after averaging 16.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.3 steals, 2.3 assists and 1.9 assists as a senior to help lead the Grizzlies to a 25-1 overall record, a region title, and a Utah 6A state runner-up finish … averaged 16.0 points, 3.8 steals and nearly two blocks a game to garner first team all-state accolades as a junior … scored in double figures in 44 of 50 games, and hit at least one 3-pointer in 46 of those outings, during her final two years at CHHS … also played for the Salt Lake Retro and 801 Elite club teams.
 
More on Ellie: Was born in West Jordan, Utah … parents are James and Jill Taylor … also recruited by Eastern Washington … aspires to work with law enforcement after graduation … favorite team is the Las Vegas Aces … favorite player is Kobe Bryant … favorite singer is Megan Moroney … favorite food is chicken fingers … currently majoring in criminal justice.
 
Why Ellie chose Utah Tech: “I chose Utah Tech because Coach Gustin did an amazing job making me feel like I was a part of a family! And I love St. George!”