In part one of this week’s Idaho State Coaches Show, host Scott Gross joins head football coach Cody Hawkins at the Union Tap Room in Downtown Pocatello to break down the Bengals’ bounce-back win over Portland State and preview their upcoming road matchup with Utah Tech. Hawkins discusses quarterback Jordan Cooke’s response to adversity, the offense’s renewed success running the football, and a strong defensive performance highlighted by quarterback pressure, key turnovers, and relentless effort.
Looking ahead to Saturday’s game in St. George, Hawkins examines Utah Tech’s aggressive defense, multiple offensive looks, and talented quarterbacks. He also shares insight into the Bengals’ defensive depth, the importance of finishing drives with touchdowns, and what it takes to maintain momentum down the stretch.
Basketball takes center stage in part two of this week’s Idaho State Coaches Show, as host Scott Gross welcomes women’s head coach Seton Sobolewski and men’s head coach Ryan Looney to the Union Tap Room in Old Town Pocatello. With both programs introducing plenty of new faces, the coaches discuss building chemistry, developing young talent, and preparing for challenging season openers.
Sobolewski highlights the women’s mix of freshmen, transfers, and international players, shares encouraging takeaways from their exhibition win over College of Idaho, and previews the opening matchup at BYU. He also discusses how injuries are shaping the team’s offensive approach and offers his perspective on the changing Big Sky landscape.
Looney breaks down the men’s revamped roster and full-court defensive pressure following their exhibition victory over Montana Western. He discusses emerging contributors, options at point guard, and the importance of toughness and consistency as the Bengals prepare for a demanding road schedule beginning at Utah State, followed by Wyoming and Air Force.
