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There aren't very many times when you can hear optimism in Larry Krystkowiak's voice. You certainly could on Wednesday afternoon. Speaking to the media en mass for the first time in the 2013 season, Krystkowiak spoke of his Utah players and what he's added through recruiting. There's been weight-loss from Jordan Loveridge. There's been a body transformation from Brandon Taylor. There's been improvement from Renan Lenz. Now, it all has to come together. Utah will begin practice officially on Friday afternoon. On Wednesday, Krystkowiak spoke of all things Utes.Here's the video to prove it.

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