This week’s Idaho State Coaches Show, broadcast live from Union Tap Room in downtown Pocatello, features in-depth conversations with Brandon Stephens, Associate Athletic Director for Sports Performance and Wellness, and Bengals head football coach Cody Hawkins. Stephens provides an inside look at the athletics department’s approach to strength, conditioning, mental health, nutrition, and technology integration for over 13 sports and 350 student athletes, emphasizing staff growth, innovative upgrades at the Jared Allen Conditioning Center, and new mental health resources. Hawkins joins to discuss his ties to UC Davis, the 2026 football schedule’s unique seven home games, budget-conscious travel, and the program’s philosophy for building excellence and sustaining community engagement. The episode blends strategy, innovation, and personal reflections, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes perspective on ISU athletics and its future trajectory.
Idaho State Coaches Show – Performance, Wellness, and Football Futures (October 30, 2025)
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