ISU holds preseason scrimmage on Saturday
The Idaho State Football Team was getting after it in the rain on Saturday in a…
Continue ReadingIdaho State Athletics
Idaho State Fall Camp gets underway as Bengals prepare for the 2022 season
The Idaho State Bengals are gearing up for the 2022 season, with Fall Camp beginning Saturday and ISU practicing with shoulder pads for the first…
Continue Reading
Century’s Brandon Miller and Wyatt Merzlock sign NLI’s to cheer for Idaho State
History was made at Century High School Wednesday afternoon, as cheerleaders Brandon Miller and Wyatt Merzlock signed to cheer for Idaho…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Football’s Tanner Conner signs free agent contract with Miami Dolphins
Former Idaho State Bengal Tanner Conner is officially going pro, as the standout wide receiver signed with the Miami Dolphins…
Continue Reading
ISU finishes spring with scrimmage on Saturday
Spring football is now in the books for Idaho State, and for first-year Head Coach Charlie Ragle, it was a chance to implement a new system and get…
Continue Reading
ISU Wide Receiver Tanner Conner preparing to compete in the NFL
Star Idaho State wide receiver Tanner Conner continues his preparation for the NFL, and with the NFL Draft two weeks from Thursday, Conner could…
Continue Reading
Exclusive Interview with ISU alum and Birmingham Stallions Safety Christian McFarland
Former Idaho State Safety Christian McFarland is getting ready to suit up for the USFL’s Birmingham Stallions in the first ever game for the brand…
Continue Reading
Spring practice presents first opportunity for ISU football players to earn roster spots
The Idaho State football team continues to prepare for its 2022 campaign and the spring game at Holt Arena in late…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Football kicks off spring practice
It won’t be long before college football season returns, and on Tuesday, Idaho State began its journey to turn the program around after a one-win…
Continue Reading
ISU Softball falls twice to Sacramento State to start Big Sky conference play
Conference play and the home schedule did not begin as the Idaho State Bengals envisioned, as ISU dropped both games of a doubleheader to the…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Women’s Basketball falls to Northern Colorado in Big Sky Tournament
The Idaho State Bengals’ bid for back-to-back Big Sky Championships and trips to the NCAA Tournament fell short Tuesday afternoon, when ISU lost in…
Continue Reading
ISU inducts six alumni into Sports Hall of Fame
This past weekend, Idaho State University inducted six new members into their Sports Hall of Fame.…
Continue Reading
ISU Women’s Basketball pulls away late for a 79-62 victory against Eastern Washington
The Idaho State Bengals are putting together another win streak, and ISU took down the Eastern Washington Eagles Saturday 79-62 in a closer game than…
Continue Reading
Idaho State wins Battle of the Domes with victory over Idaho
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – This rivalry contest was never in doubt, with the Idaho State Bengal women’s basketball team dominating their in-state…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Men’s Basketball blown out by Montana State 72-54 at home
Idaho State’s latest attempt at consecutive wins this season did not pan out Monday night, as the Bengals lost 72-54 on home court to the very good…
Continue Reading
Three Highland Football Stars sign letters of intent on National Signing Day
A trifecta of great football players at Highland made their next steps official on Wednesday, as Ian Hershey, Jack Whitmer and Kody Colvin all signed…
Continue Reading
Rigby’s Taylor Freeman officially signs letter of intent to play football at ISU
On National Signing Day, Rigby’s Taylor Freeman made his commitment official, signing his letter of intent to play football at Idaho…
Continue Reading
Highland’s Ian Hershey announces commitment to play football at Idaho State
Another talented local player will play college football in Pocatello, as Highland Kicker Ian Hershey announced via Twitter his commitment to Idaho…
Continue Reading
ISU Women’s Basketball bounces back, defeats Northern Colorado 68-56
The Idaho State Bengals are back in the win column thanks to a gritty performance Saturday afternoon against Northern Colorado in a 68-56…
Continue Reading
Sacramento State snaps Idaho State’s 10-game winning streak
Trailing by one at halftime, the Sacramento State Hornets outscored Idaho State 42-25 in the second half for a 73-57 victory, snapping the Bengals…
Continue Reading
Rigby’s Taylor Freeman announces commitment to Idaho State Football
A star Rigby Trojans wide receiver will play football for the Idaho State Bengals, as Taylor Freeman committed to ISU on…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Men’s Basketball loses big to Eastern Washington, drops to 3-15
The Idaho State Bengals are in the midst of another losing streak after dropping their third straight game 89-63 Monday night to the Eastern…
Continue Reading
Idaho State takes over first place in Big Sky with win over Southern Utah
With a chance to move up to first place in the Big Sky standings, the Idaho State women’s basketball team came out hungry and motivated and dominated…
Continue Reading
ISU gets new Athletic Training Center
Student athletes at Idaho State University are getting pumped up over a new addition to their athletic…
Continue Reading
Idaho State defeats Weber State for ninth consecutive win
The Idaho State Women’s team moved their winning streak to nine in a row with a 69-63 victory on Thursday in Reed Gym.…
Continue Reading
Pocatello’s Sunny Gunn signs letter of intent to run at Idaho State
A star runner at Pocatello High School is staying home, as Sunny Gunn will run track and cross country for the Idaho State…
Continue Reading
ISU Men’s Basketball loses to Weber State 78-61, faces the Wildcats again Thursday
After an emotional victory against Idaho Saturday night, the Idaho State Bengals fell short of starting a winning streak Monday night, losing to the…
Continue Reading
ISU hosts Bengal Basketball Night of Inclusion
A packed Reed Gym was on hand to watch Idaho take on Idaho State.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Men’s Basketball scores 81-74 victory against arch rival Idaho
The Idaho State Bengals are back in the win column, and the taste of victory was even sweeter against arch rival Saturday night as ISU took down…
Continue Reading
ISU Women score solid Big Sky victory over Montana State 67-57 on New Year’s Day
The Idaho State Bengals are off and running in 2022, as ISU took down Montana State on New Year’s Day 67-57 for its fifth straight…
Continue Reading
Idaho State hires Charlie Ragle as the program’s next head football coach
A new era in Idaho State football began Friday as ISU hired Charlie Ragle to be its next head football…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Women’s Basketball survives against Carroll College in 69-66 OT win
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – On Kids Day in its return to Reed Gym, the Idaho State survived an upset bid from NAIA foe Carroll College, pulling out a…
Continue Reading
Idaho State loses 7th straight game 73-70 at home against Northern Arizona
From the get-go, the Idaho State Bengals were in a close battle with the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, but ultimately fell 73-70 Saturday night at…
Continue Reading
Idaho State loses Big Sky opener despite Tarik Cool’s 27 points
The Idaho State Bengals Men’s Basketball squad returned to Reed Gym Thursday night, but lost its Big Sky opener to Portland State 63-55 despite an…
Continue Reading
Tanner Conner makes All-Big Sky Second Team, four other Bengals receive conference honors
Star wide receiver Tanner Conner is among five Idaho State Bengals who received All-Big Sky honors for their performances on the gridiron this season…
Continue Reading
Gilyard II’s 30-point game sinks Idaho State Men’s Basketball 74-58
Idaho State’s return to home court Monday night was spoiled by Evan Gilyard II’s incredible performance for Kansas City as the Roos took down the…
Continue Reading
Idaho State loses Battle of the Domes to Idaho 14-0, ends season at 1-10
A rough Idaho State football season ended with a thud Saturday afternoon, as the Idaho State Bengals lost 14-0 to the Idaho Vandals in the Battle of…
Continue Reading
Rob Phenicie fired as Idaho State Football Head Coach after five seasons
Just hours before kickoff in the Battle of the Domes Saturday, Idaho State announced Head Coach Rob Phenicie would be relieved of his duties…
Continue Reading
Idaho State falls to 1-7 after 40-17 loss to Weber State on home turf
The Idaho State Bengals need a win badly, but ISU will have to wait another day for a victory following a 40-17 loss to Weber State…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Men’s Basketball gearing up for the start of the season
The start of the Idaho State Basketball season is finally here! The Bengals open their exhibition schedule against Multnomah Saturday night inside…
Continue Reading
Idaho State football looks to keep momentum going after first win of the season last Saturday
The Idaho State bengals are finally in the win column after upsetting No. 7 UC Davis 27-17 Saturday inside Holt…
Continue Reading
Idaho State upsets No. 7 UC Davis
POCATELLO, Idaho –  The Idaho State football team beat a Top 10 team for the first time since 2005, beating No. 7 UC Davis 27-17 at Holt…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Football searching for answers after an 0-4 start to the season
The Idaho State Bengals are still seeking their first win of the season after a 48-17 blowout loss at Northern Arizona…
Continue Reading
Idaho State football is showing positives despite an 0-3 start to the season
The Idaho State Bengals are still searching for their first win of the season, but the Bengals have shown positives throughout the season, especially…
Continue Reading
Idaho State falls short on homecoming in 23-21 loss to Sacramento State
The Idaho State Bengals dropped to 0-3 on the season Saturday afternoon after a close 23-21 defeat at the hands of the Sacramento State…
Continue Reading
Idaho State volleyball rallies to win Big Sky opener
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State Bengals rallied back to reverse sweep Sacramento State 3-2 on Thursday night inside Reed Gym. The Bengals…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Football team is excited for first homecoming game in two seasons
Idaho State’s Saturday afternoon showdown marks the first homecoming game for the Bengals in two seasons when ISU takes on Sacramento…
Continue Reading
Idaho State Football preps for Big Sky Conference Opener against Sacramento State
The Idaho State Bengals are back on the Holt Arena turf this Saturday following an early season bye week when ISU takes on Sacramento State in its…
Continue Reading
Idaho State expects big challenge Saturday against Nevada after defeating Wolf Pack in 2017
The Idaho State Bengals face a tall challenge this weekend in their first road game of the season, taking down a talented Nevada Wolf Pack…
Continue Reading
After season-opening loss, Idaho State football looks ahead to Saturday showdown with Nevada
Saturday’s season opener did not go the way of the Idaho State Bengals, but ISU is moving forward to this Saturday’s matchup against FBS opponent…
Continue Reading
Idaho State football looks to get over the hump in the 2021 season
A 2-4 record in the spring season didn’t tell the full story for the Idaho State Bengals, as ISU led in three of their four losses in the final…
Continue Reading
Idaho State football looking for better results this season after a 2-4 spring
A 2-4 record in the spring season didn’t tell the full story for the Idaho State Bengals, as ISU led in three of their four losses in the final…
Continue Reading
Tyler Vander Waal ready to lead Idaho State offense in his first full 12-game season
As the Idaho State football season begins in four days, quarterback Tyler Vander Waal begins his second season, and first full 12-game schedule as…
Continue Reading
Idaho State football begins season Saturday against North Dakota with first full capacity home game since 2019
Idaho State hosts North Dakota Saturday afternoon to begin its 2021 campaign, and Saturday’s game represents the Bengals’ first game with a full…
Continue Reading
Idaho State kicks off volleyball season with a sweep
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State volleyball competed in a scrimmage against Northwest Nazarene in preparation for the upcoming regular season.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State soccer is ready to open newly renovated Davis Field
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – After months of renovations to Davis Field, the Idaho State women’s soccer team is less than 24 hours away from playing…
Continue Reading
Idaho State promotes Graves to full time role
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)…
Continue Reading
Byron Hout named Idaho State Defensive Line Coach and Recruiting Coordinator
A familiar face in the Big Sky conference and Idaho is coming to Pocatello as Byron Hout has been named the new Defensive Line Coach and Recruiting…
Continue Reading
Bengals are “buying in” ahead of the 2021 season
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State football team is less than two months away from kicking off their season on September 4 against North…
Continue Reading
Hoop Camp promotes inclusion for all kids and adults
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Basketball is a game that brings many people together. For a couple of former Idaho State basketball players, they want to…
Continue Reading
Brown steps down as Idaho State softball coach
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State University is looking for a new head softball coach. Cristal Brown announced Monday that she has resigned.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State gets their first two wins at home
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – In their final homestand of the season, the Idaho State Bengals beat Northern Colorado 6-5 and 10-2 on Friday afternoon.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State women’s rodeo finishes season first in the nation
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State rodeo program is among the best in the country after wrapping up the season. Head Coach Kindee Wilson led…
Continue Reading
Montana sweeps Idaho State
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State softball team dropped all three games to Montana at Miller Ranch Stadium. The Grizzlies completed the sweep…
Continue Reading
Boise State takes down Idaho State
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Boise State softball team jumped out to a 3 run lead in the first inning and never looked back at Miller Ranch Stadium.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State reopens Davis Field with the Bengal Invitational
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) –Â For the first time in 14 years, Idaho State hosted a outdoor track and field invitational. The Bengal Invitational was the…
Continue Reading
Idaho State beats Idaho in the Battle of the Domes
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State’s defense held off a late Idaho rally to give the Bengals a 24-22 victory on Saturday night. The Bengals…
Continue Reading
Idaho State drops their home opener
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – After waiting 699 days to play a home game, Southern Utah spoiled the party by beating the Idaho State softball team…
Continue Reading
Idaho State and Weber State draw in double overtime
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State soccer team played to a 1-1 draw with Weber State on Friday night. The two teams battled for 110…
Continue Reading
Idaho State preps for their first home game in 699 days
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) –Â It’s been over two years since the Idaho State softball team last played a home game at Miller Ranch Stadium. The Bengals…
Continue Reading
Bengals ready to welcome rival Idaho to Holt Arena
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State and Idaho renew their Battle of the Domes Saturday at Holt Arena. This will be the final home game of the 2021…
Continue Reading
DC Commentary: Looney mentioned for EWU job
Eastern Washington is looking for a new men’s basketball coach after Shantay Legans left to become the new head coach at Portland.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State’s season ends in the first round of the NCAA Tournament
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The fourth-seeded Kentucky Wildcats took down the 13-seeded Idaho State Bengals, 71-63 in the first round of the NCAA…
Continue Reading
Bengals fall in Big Sky soccer opener
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State women’s soccer team opened up Big Sky conference play with a 2-0 loss to Northern Colorado. Both of the…
Continue Reading
Bengals get Kentucky in first round of NCAA tournament
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State women were awarded a 13 seed and a matchup with 4 seed Kentucky in the NCAA women’s basketball tournament.…
Continue Reading
Idaho State falls to EWU for the 11th straight time
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Eastern Washington continued their dominance over Idaho State with a 46-42 win on Saturday night. With the victory, the…
Continue Reading
Idaho State wins the Big Sky Tournament
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State women’s basketball team punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament by beating Idaho, 84-49 in the Big Sky…
Continue Reading
Idaho State’s tournament run ends in the quarterfinals
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State men’s basketball team started and ended their Big Sky Tournament campaign on Thursday night. The Bengals fell…
Continue Reading
Idaho State moves on to the tournament championship game
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State is one win away from clinching a spot in the NCAA Tournament after they beat Northern Colorado in the Big Sky…
Continue Reading
Idaho State advances to Big Sky Tournament semi-finals
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – For the 16th time in program history, the Idaho State women’s basketball team is playing in the Big Sky Conference Tournament…
Continue Reading
Bengals fall to No. 4 Weber State in season-opener
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – It was a tale of two halves for the Idaho State football team in their spring season opening game against fourth-ranked…
Continue Reading
Bengals ready for early test against Weber State
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)- Idaho State opens its 2021 spring football season on Saturday at home against Weber State. Kick off is set for 4 pm at Holt…
Continue Reading
Bengals comeback falls short in Bozeman
BOZEMAN, Montana (KIFI) – Montana State had the final run to beat Idaho State 88-80 in overtime Saturday in Big Sky women’s basketball. The Bengals…
Continue Reading
Bengals fight off Bobcats to keep top spot in Big Sky
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State bounced back from its first conference loss on Saturday by earning a hard fought win over Montana State…
Continue Reading
Idaho State to allow 2,800 fans to attend home football games
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State University announced Wednesday that around 2,800 fans will be allowed inside Holt Arena for home football games…
Continue Reading
Idaho State hosting virtual meeting with football, basketball coaches
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State will be holding two virtual meetings for alumni, donors and season ticket holders. On Thursday, February 18 at…
Continue Reading
Idaho State beats Idaho in an overtime thriller
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – It took overtime for the Idaho State men’s basketball team to beat Idaho. The Bengals took down the Vandals 64-58 on…
Continue Reading
Idaho State shuts down Northwest Nazarene
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State volleyball team used 17 kills by Kennedee Tracy to beat Northwest Nazarene 3-1 on Friday afternoon. The two…
Continue Reading
Fans are back at Idaho State Athletic events
All basketball season long, Idaho State hoped to have fans back inside Reed…
Continue Reading
Bengals blowout Idaho in the Battle of the Domes
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State men’s basketball team had no problem taking down a winless Idaho team. The Bengals used Tarik Cool’s 14…
Continue Reading
Rigby duo sign NLI’s to Nevada and Idaho State
RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI) – Two more Rigby Trojans are taking their talents to the next level. Brigden Craig signed to play at Nevada. He was a…
Continue Reading
Idaho State captures their 13th win in a row
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – 13 proved to be a good number for Idaho State. The Bengals women’s basketball team won their 13th game in a row, 90-51…
Continue Reading
Skyline’s Connor Maloney heading to Idaho State
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Skyline all-state wide receiver Connor Maloney signed on to be a preferred walk-on at Idaho State Wednesday. Maloney…
Continue Reading
Bengals ink seven on national signing day
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State head football coach Rob Phenicie announced seven new Bengals in his 2021 national signing day class. You can…
Continue Reading
Sowell stays home to play for Idaho State
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Century wide receiver, Jovan Sowell is staying home to play football at Idaho State this fall. The first-team, all-state…
Continue Reading
Idaho State ramps up for spring season
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – After not having a fall season, Idaho State hit the field on Friday night for their first practice before the Big Sky…
Continue Reading
Bengals stay perfect in Big Sky play
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State women’s basketball team stayed perfect at Reed Gym with a 80-55 win over Portland State. Dora Goles…
Continue Reading
Idaho State signs Phenicie to two-year extension
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State University is extending the contract of Rob Phenicie as head football coach. The new two-year deal will pay…
Continue Reading
Bengals winning streak snapped by Hornets
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho State came up short Monday 70-65 against Sacramento State. The loss snapped a four game winning streak for the…
Continue Reading
Bengals beat Sacramento State in overtime
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Brayden Parker and Tarik Cool each scored 18 points to help Idaho State beat Sacramento State, 57-56 in overtime on Sunday.…
Continue Reading