SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) – Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the power of sports and entertainment.
“We are thrilled to partner with SME Industries across Miller Sports + Entertainment properties,” said Ty Wardle, chief revenue officer for Miller Sports + Entertainment. “Sports at their best unite communities, and through this partnership, we will continue to serve and enrich lives in our great state, while providing best-in-class experiences and memories for our fans and guests.”
SME, one of the largest structural steel fabricators in the United States, has longstanding ties to the Larry H. Miller organization and has been a part of the Delta Center construction and reconstruction over the years. SME’s impact is felt throughout Utah, where the company focuses on commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects, helping create community assets and gathering places.
“Our work has always been about building what lasts. Through our partnership with Miller Sports + Entertainment, we’re extending that commitment beyond the jobsite and into the community,” said Landon Moyes, CEO & President of SME. “Together, we’ll use the reach of sports and entertainment to create meaningful opportunities and unforgettable experiences across Utah.”
This multi-year partnership includes activation across Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. SME will be the first-ever presenting lower-jersey-back partner for the Utah Royals FC, demonstrating its commitment to women’s sports. SME will also be the presenting sponsor for the annual Commanders Cup, a soccer tournament for military members, hosted by Real Salt Lake at Zions Bank Training Center and America First Field.
Additionally, SME is the title night sponsor for the highly anticipated Real Salt Lake vs. Inter Miami CF match on April 22, 2026. America First Field is constructing a temporary seating structure to accommodate the increased ticket demand. Construction on the new SME Skyboxes structure has begun and is anticipated to be completed by the start of the Real Salt Lake season. The SME Skyboxes, located behind the North Goal, have 787 seats and will remain as premium seating options for the entire 2026 season, as well as other events at America First Field. At Utah Royals FC matches, the SME Skyboxes will be utilized for philanthropic and community tickets.
“We are excited to welcome SME Industries as a legacy partner with our clubs and America First Field,” said John Kimball, president of Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC business operations. “Soccer has long been a power unifier in our community, spanning across generations, neighborhoods and backgrounds. This year, we’ll celebrate the sport in more ways than ever before. This partnership with SME expands those efforts, giving our incredible players and sport even more opportunities to connect with and inspire our community.”
At The Ballpark at America First Square in Downtown Daybreak, home of the Salt Lake Bees, which was also fabricated and erected by SME, they will hold the batter’s eye entitlement. Together, Miller Sports + Entertainment and SME Industries are focused on providing experiences and opportunities to underserved communities, including:
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Serving as the presenting partner for the Bees Field of Dreams youth program
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Supporting Jr. Bees activation throughout the season
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Partnering with Megaplex to donate full-theater buyouts for various community and youth-focused events
Through this legacy partnership, MSE and SME Industries will deepen their shared commitment to community and increase access to memorable experiences for fans and families across Utah.
Utah Mammoth Announce SME Industries, Inc. as First-Ever Home Jersey Patch Partner
SALT LAKE CITY (October 14, 2025) – The Utah Mammoth today announced that SME Industries Inc., one of the largest structural steel fabricators in the United States, will be the team’s first-ever home jersey patch partner. The SME logo will appear on the front of the new, iconic black jerseys and will first be seen when the Utah Mammoth play their home opener on Oct. 15 against the Calgary Flames at Delta Center.
SME Industries has deep Utah ties and was an original contractor at Delta Center, providing materials to build the arena and supporting multiple renovations, including this past offseason as the first phase of work began to transform Delta Center into a world-class dual sport arena. As the official home jersey patch partner, the history of SME Industries at Delta Center will be on display on the Level 3 concourse of the arena and will be unveiled during the 2025-26 NBA and NHL season.
“We’re thrilled that SME Industries will be represented on the Utah Mammoth jerseys and it’s all the more meaningful given the significant role they have played in shaping Delta Center,” said Chris Barney, president of revenue and commercial strategy at Smith Entertainment Group. “We look forward to our continued partnership, which also includes their ongoing commitment to provide youth in our state opportunities to participate in meaningful hockey and basketball recreation programs."
This multi-year patch agreement includes an expansion of SME Industries’ charitable partnership with the Utah Mammoth, first introduced during the team’s inaugural NHL season. The agreement established a new program called Teamed Up: Building Bonds and Forging Futures, which helps children in foster care gain access to recreational sports with the goal of building confidence, stability, leadership skills, and an understanding of the power of teamwork. This program assists in covering the cost of Utah Mammoth and Utah Jazz youth programs, providing necessary equipment for foster children who might otherwise be unable to participate, and supports foster parents in creating meaningful, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for the children. More information about Utah Mammoth and SME Industries, Inc. community programs can be found here.
“This partnership runs deep,” said Landon Moyes, CEO of SME Industries, Inc. “Utah isn’t just where SME was founded—it’s where our story began and continues to grow. The values that built this company—strength, craftsmanship, and commitment—are the same ones that define Utah and the Utah Mammoth. Seeing our name on that jersey is more than recognition; it’s a reflection of the pride we have in this state and the people who make it extraordinary. We are honored to stand with the Mammoth as they carry Utah’s bold spirit onto the national stage.”
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About the Utah Mammoth
Established in 2024, the Utah Mammoth are the newest franchise in the National Hockey League (NHL). Known as Utah Hockey Club for its inaugural season, the arrival of the Utah Mammoth ignited a new era for the state’s vibrant sports and entertainment landscape. The team competes in the NHL’s Western Conference and plays at Delta Center, a world-class venue located in downtown Salt Lake City. For more information on the Utah Mammoth, an entity of Smith Entertainment Group, visit www.UtahMammoth.com.
About SME Industries, Inc.
SME Industries, Inc. owns and operates a family of companies that are leaders in structural and miscellaneous steel construction, known for innovative and high-quality steel solutions. Their diverse portfolio includes commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. SME specializes in large-scale steel fabrication and erection, seismic and wind-controlled bracing, ornamental metal fabrication (stairs, railings, etc.), and transportation/logistics. For more information on SME Industries, Inc., visit www.smeindustries.com.
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SALT LAKE CITY (March 19, 2025) – The Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club announced today a new multi-year partnership with SME Industries, Inc., one of the largest structural steel fabricators in the United States, to benefit foster care youth in Utah. The agreement creates a new program called Teamed Up: Building Bonds and Forging Futures that will cover full-season participation fees in Utah Hockey Club’s Learn to Play and street hockey, as well as Jazz Youth programs. Scholarships will also be available for youth to participate in the Jazz’s annual 3v3 tournament and a wide range of specialized camps and clinics. Scholarships will be awarded individually, and participants may receive funding for more than one program.
Teamed Up is now accepting scholarship applications for children aged 5 to 18 to join Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club sports programs this spring. Hundreds of youth will be selected and have the opportunity to participate in team activities that help develop essential skills, build confidence, and create a sense of belonging.
“We are thrilled to partner with SME Industries, Inc. to create meaningful opportunities for children in Utah’s foster care system and their families,” said Chris Barney, president of revenue and commercial strategy at Smith Entertainment Group. “Sports have the power to inspire, unite, and uplift, and together with SME, we look forward to building a stronger, more engaged community where every child feels included, supported and has the opportunity to experience the joy of being a part of a team.”
In addition, team representatives will surprise one family from the Teamed Up program that is in attendance at the Utah Hockey Club game against the Seattle Kraken at Delta Center on April 8 with a fully paid trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, California for six (6) people. The trip will include Disneyland park passes, hotel accommodations, flights, and a $1,000 gift card to enhance their experience. Each season moving forward, two families from the Teamed Up program will be handpicked to receive a once-in-a-lifetime experience, including family oriented trips, exclusive access to sporting events, and more.
“SME Industries, Inc. has a long history of giving back to the community and we are proud to partner with SEG to give back in a way that makes a difference in the lives of foster care youth and the dedication of the foster families,” said Landon Moyes, president and CEO of SME Industries, Inc. “We know first-hand how second chances in life can go a long way; Together, we’re building a legacy of resilience, opportunity and community-forging brighter futures for every young person in our state!”
More information for families with foster children interested in participating and the application for the Teamed Up scholarship can be found here.
About the Utah Jazz
Founded as the 18th member of the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1974, and located in Salt Lake City since 1979, the Utah Jazz are committed to excellence as a team and in the community. On the court, the Jazz are the second-winningest team in the NBA over the last 30 years, having won nine division titles and two Western Conference championships along with 17 seasons of 50-plus wins, and are supported by one of the most passionate fan bases in all of sports. The Utah Jazz also operate the Junior Jazz program, the largest and longest-running youth basketball league in the NBA, featuring more than 70,000 players and an additional 13,000 volunteers who take part annually across six states. For more information on the Utah Jazz, an entity of Smith Entertainment Group, visit www.utahjazz.com.
About Utah Hockey Club
Smith Entertainment Group (SEG) established Utah’s first-ever NHL franchise in April 2024, with the team set to debut in the 2024-25 season. With this move, SEG introduced the second “Big Four" major professional sports league to Utah for the first time in state history. To be known as Utah Hockey Club for their inaugural season, the club was established with a competitive, dynamic roster and 34 draft picks spanning their first three consecutive seasons (2024-27). The team will compete at Delta Center in downtown Salt Lake City, building on the renowned, energetic atmosphere for which Utah’s sports and entertainment scene has become known. The arena’s hockey capacity for Utah’s inaugural season is 11,131 with the option to open thousands of additional single-goal view seats for select games. For more information on Utah Hockey Club, an entity of Smith Entertainment Group, visit www.UtahHockeyClub.com.