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.

UNLV has announced that its home football game vs. Idaho State will move from September 13 to August 23 in order for Las Vegas to host the championship boxing match between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford at the Rebels' home venue, Allegiant Stadium.

The Idaho State University athletics department is proud to announce the 2025 Sports Hall of Fame class, a distinguished group of former student-athletes whose legacies have left an indelible mark on the Bengal community. This year’s inductees are: Lindsey Reed Ahumada, Vicky Galasso, George Kyvernitis, David Schroeder, Dan Taylor, and Kelly Rae who will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Jenna Kearns has been named the Louisville Slugger / NFCA National Player of the Week for her performances against Utah Valley University and the University of Montana this past weekend.

Idaho State football has set the time for its 2025 Spring Football Game. The Bengals will showcase their work from spring ball April 12, at 2:00 PM in the ICCU Dome.