Utah’s auditor says public oversight needs to continue on Utes’ private-equity deal with Otro Capital

At a news conference, Cannon elaborated on the letter she sent to the University of Utah board of trustees.

(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune file photo) State Auditor Tina Cannon speaks to reporters at the Capitol in Salt Lake City, March 7, 2025. At a Thursday news conference, Cannon discussed the University of Utah’s developing private-equity deal with Otro Capital.

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Jason BatacaoUniversity of Utah sports reporter

Jason Batacao, a former Oklahoma City resident who graduated from the University of Oklahoma, covers the University of Utah for The Salt Lake Tribune. When he’s not covering the Utes, Jason enjoys watching movies, playing on his Xbox Series X and reading books.