This episode of the Idaho State Coaches Show features new assistant soccer coach Damir Sabanovic sharing his journey from Bosnia to the U.S, followed by ISU football coach Cody Hawkins to discuss key player recoveries and strategic takeaways heading into the Bengals’ football match against Northern Colorado.

Join Ben this time on the ROAR Report as he talks with Justin Dayley about the ISU Ambush event coming up this Saturday, September 27th.

This episode of the Idaho State Coaches Show features host Scott Gross speaking with Adam Nerio, assistant coach for the ISU Women's Soccer team, who discusses his coaching background, team recruiting, program culture, and the current season’s progress, including challenges and key player contributions. Later in the episode, cross country coach Zach Kughn joins to discuss improvements to ISU’s Centennial cross country course, offseason athlete development, and expectations for both men's and women's teams in the approaching season.

The first half of this week’s show features a conversation with soccer coach Dustin Downey discussing the Bengals’ strong start to the season, overcoming preseason expectations, young roster contributions, foundation-building, and recent match highlights. The second half transitions to football head coach Cody Hawkins, who recaps the previous weekend’s game against Southern Utah, analyzes both positive and challenging aspects, addresses injury updates, and emphasizes mentoring players for competitive maturity throughout the season.

Join host Scott Gross live from Old Town Pocatello as Idaho State head football coach Cody Hawkins recaps the Bengals’ gritty season-opening battle at UNLV, highlighting the team's resilience, standout performances from Big Sky Players of the Week, and adjustments for the road ahead. The show also features new defensive coordinator Grant Duff, who shares his journey from Snake River High to Idaho State, his coaching philosophy, and how the Bengals are fostering leadership and honoring tradition. Plus, get insights on the Southern Utah matchup, key players, travel plans, and how this staff is shaping a culture of toughness and unity for Bengal football.

KISU is among the public radio stations nationwide facing the loss of funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The cuts come as part of larger reductions to CPB’s budget, and for KISU, the stakes could not be higher.

Kick off season two of the Idaho State Coaches Show as Scott Gross sits down with Director of Athletics Pauline Theros for key updates on ISU athletics—including a record-setting “Prepare to Roar” fundraising campaign, major facility upgrades, and a commitment to coaching stability. Theros also details the department’s strategic approach to NCAA changes and reflects on ISU’s inspiring athletic legacy. In the second half, Head Football Coach Cody Hawkins previews the upcoming season, highlighting new coaching staff, energized team culture, and the Bengals’ readiness for their opener at UNLV’s Allegiant Stadium.

A kickoff time of 1:00 PM PT / 2:00 PM MT has been scheduled for the Bengals’ season-opener, August 23 as the Bengals head to Las Vegas to take on the UNLV Rebels in Allegiant Stadium.

The Big Sky Conference Preseason Coaches' and Media Polls have been released, with the Idaho State Bengals tabbed for 7th place headed into the 2025 football season.

Idaho State University Athletic Director, Pauline Thiros, announced that Head Men’s Tennis Coach Oliver Good has signed a new three-year contract extension, solidifying his place with the Bengals through June 2028.