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Friday high school track scores – March 19

March 19, 2021 11:08 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), high school track…

Bengals fall in Big Sky soccer opener

March 19, 2021 7:05 PM Adrian Luevano

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…

NCAA is called out over the poor amenities for women players vs the men at tournament sites

March 19, 2021 4:33 PM CNN

The NCAA has come under fire over the lack of amenities, notably the workout equipment, at the women’s basketball tournament compared with the…

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard calls for action after his player accuses Slavia Prague opponent of racist abuse

March 19, 2021 12:09 PM CNN Newsource

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard says he hopes the alleged racism directed at his player Glen Kamara during a match on Thursday does not get…

Champions League quarterfinal draw: Bayern Munich to face PSG in repeat of 2020 final

March 19, 2021 8:46 AM CNN Newsource

It’s crunch time in the Champions League. We’re now down to the final eight teams and every club in the quarterfinals will have realistic…

Tottenham Hotspur’s Europa League exit branded a ‘disgrace’ by captain Hugo Lloris

March 19, 2021 5:01 AM CNN Newsource

Manager Jose Mourinho questioned Tottenham Hotspur’s “attitude” after defeat by Dinamo Zagreb in the Europa League, while captain…

‘It was super cool just having that much melanin in Montana’: The climbers aiming to boost diversity

March 19, 2021 4:56 AM CNN Newsource

Whether it’s a comment about his hair or questioning his expertise, professional ice climber Manoah Ainuu is aware that people notice the…

High school scores for Thursday, March 18

March 18, 2021 11:29 PM News Team

(KIFI) – High School baseball, softball and track results from Thursday, March 18 High School BaseballBonneville 1Pocatello 8 Bonneville 0Pocatello 7…

Madison opens up their new Bobcat Fieldhouse

March 18, 2021 8:57 PM Adrian Luevano

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – Madison High School’s new Bobcat Fieldhouse is a game-changer. The Bobcats will be able to use their indoor facility…

Olympic triple jumper and rapper Will Claye on why his music career is more than a hobby

March 18, 2021 3:53 AM CNN

When he pictures the sight of a triple jumper traveling through the air, Will Claye’s mind turns to music. “It looks like the person is…

‘Unplayable’ Bayern Munich cruises into record-breaking 19th Champions League quarterfinal

March 18, 2021 2:48 AM CNN Newsource

Lazio boss Simone Inzaghi called Bayern Munich “unplayable” after his side was comfortably beaten by the German powerhouse in the…

Wednesday high school baseball, softball, track scores – March 17

March 17, 2021 9:48 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), High school baseball and softball and track…

Athlete of the Week: Hans Newby, Grace wrestling

March 17, 2021 7:58 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Our Sermon Service and Electric athlete of the week took home another state championship in wrestling. Adrian Luevano…

Madison and Hillcrest split their doubleheader

March 17, 2021 7:50 PM Adrian Luevano

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) – Madison earned a split of their doubleheader with Hillcrest by winning game two, 16-3. The Bobcats used a five-run second…

Ex-NBA player Shawn Bradley paralyzed in cycling accident

March 17, 2021 3:11 PM Associated Press

Former NBA player Shawn Bradley has revealed he was paralyzed when struck from behind by a vehicle while riding a bike near his Utah home.…

Fernando Alonso: ‘Hopefully I’m back as a better driver’

March 17, 2021 10:53 AM CNN Newsource

Fernando Alonso just can’t get enough of the thrill of traveling at speed. That goes for both two wheels as well as four. After stepping away…

Sabine Schmitz, ‘Queen of the Nürburgring,’ dead at 51

March 17, 2021 5:54 AM CNN Newsource

Tributes have flooded in for German racing driver Sabine Schmitz, who has died at the age of 51. Widely known as the “Queen of the…

Manchester City remains on course to win an unprecedented quadruple, whether Pep Guardiola admits it or not

March 17, 2021 5:52 AM CNN Newsource

The Manchester City winning machine just keeps rolling on. Pep Guardiola’s team brushed aside Borussia Monchengladbach 2-0 in the Champions…

Team New Zealand retains the America’s Cup in front of thousands of spectators

March 17, 2021 2:37 AM CNN Newsource

Team New Zealand (TNZ) retained the America’s Cup on Wednesday, defeating Italian outfit Luna Rossa 7-3 in the best-of-13 series. It’s…

Tuesday H.S. baseball and softball & tennis scores – March 16

March 16, 2021 9:20 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), High school baseball and softball and tennis…

Dabell powers Titans to opening day win

March 16, 2021 10:01 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Thunder Ridge opened the 2021 softball season with a 12-2 win over Skyline on Tuesday. The Titans jumped to a 5-0 lead in…

Russian hockey player Timur Faizutdinov, 19, dies after being hit by puck

March 16, 2021 8:21 AM CNN Newsource

A 19-year-old Russian hockey player has died after being hit in the head by a puck, his club announced in a statement on Tuesday. Timur Faizutdinov,…

‘Best player in the world:’ Barca boss Ronald Koeman praises Lionel Messi after record-equaling appearance

March 16, 2021 6:22 AM CNN Newsource

Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman called Lionel Messi “the most important player” in the club’s history after the Argentine made his…

Rui Patricio ‘okay’ and ‘totally conscious’ after suffering head injury

March 16, 2021 5:50 AM CNN Newsource

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo said goalkeeper Rui Patricio is “totally conscious” and “going to…

Rugby in Colombia: an escape from a violent past

March 16, 2021 4:16 AM CNN

When Alejandro and Julian Navarro first started playing rugby, they sometimes had to stop training because they could hear gun battles between rival…

Bengals get Kentucky in first round of NCAA tournament

March 15, 2021 6:42 PM Dylan Carder

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.…

Drew Brees set to join NBC as a football analyst

March 15, 2021 11:54 AM CNN

Drew Brees, after announcing his retirement from the NFL on Sunday, has said he will now be working with NBC. New Orleans Saints longtime quarterback…

How to watch and get ready for NCAA March Madness

March 15, 2021 7:57 AM CNN Newsource

After the coronavirus pandemic prevented March Madness last year, it’s back and ready for your brackets — but before you fill them out…

What Usain Bolt did next: Olympic legend on his greatest achievement and life after athletics

March 15, 2021 8:01 AM CNN

With his broad grin and relaxed, languid running style, Usain Bolt often looked like he was going for a jog in the park rather than competing as the…

Drew Brees announces retirement after 20 years in the NFL

March 15, 2021 7:24 AM CNN

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees announced his retirement from the NFL on Sunday via social media. Brees played 20 seasons in the NFL, 15 of…

PSG’s Angel Di Maria and Marquinhos victims of burglary during match

March 15, 2021 7:01 AM CNN Newsource

Paris Saint-Germain star Angel Di Maria was withdrawn during his side’s loss to Nantes on Sunday after he received news that his home had been…

‘What a beautiful journey’: Pele congratulates Cristiano Ronaldo for surpassing Brazilian’s ‘record of goals in official matches’

March 15, 2021 6:23 AM CNN Newsource

Pele has congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portuguese forward surpassed the Brazilian soccer great’s tally of goals scored in official…

Justin Thomas pays tribute to his grandfather after Players Championship victory

March 15, 2021 4:28 AM CNN Newsource

Justin Thomas overcame a challenging first two days to win the Players Championship on Sunday, finishing on 14-under after shooting a final-round 68.…

Erik Lamela scores stunning rabona goal but is sent off as Arsenal overcomes Tottenham in North London Derby

March 14, 2021 1:11 PM CNN Newsource

Tottenham’s Erik Lamela produced an outrageous piece of skill to score a rabona goal but was later sent off in the North London Derby, as…

Former boxing champion ‘Marvelous’ Marvin Hagler dies at 66

March 14, 2021 7:40 AM CNN Newsource

Former undisputed middleweight champion “Marvelous” Marvin Hagler died on Saturday at the age of 66, according to his wife Kay G. Hagler.…

Caris LeVert admits ‘gratefulness’ following NBA return 46 days after surgery to remove cancerous mass

March 14, 2021 6:32 AM CNN

Caris LeVert made his return to NBA action on Saturday night after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous mass on his kidney almost two months ago.…

Former British Cycling doctor found guilty of ordering banned testosterone

March 14, 2021 5:02 AM CNN Newsource

Former British Cycling and Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman has been found guilty of ordering testosterone “knowing or believing it was to be…

Idaho State falls to EWU for the 11th straight time

March 13, 2021 11:18 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Eastern Washington continued their dominance over Idaho State with a 46-42 win on Saturday night. With the victory, the…

‘Could get expensive’ — Two golfers score hole-in-ones in same round at Players Championship

March 13, 2021 4:37 AM CNN Newsource

It’s customary for pro golfers to buy a drink for all their fellow players after hitting a hole-in-one. Well, the field at the Players…

Highland powers past Pocatello

March 12, 2021 11:54 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Highland won its third straight game to open the high school baseball season with a 9-1 victory over Pocatello Friday. It…

Friday high school baseball and softball scores – March 12

March 12, 2021 10:22 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), High school baseball, softball and basketball…

Idaho State wins the Big Sky Tournament

March 12, 2021 3:59 PM Adrian Luevano

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…

Andy Murray pulls out of Dubai Open after arrival of fourth child

March 12, 2021 11:43 AM CNN Newsource

Andy Murray has pulled out of next week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships after the birth of his fourth child. Matt Gentry, publicist for…

Mick Schumacher: A ‘big privilege’ to carry legendary surname into Formula One again

March 12, 2021 5:14 AM CNN

Carrying the surname of one of the greatest Formula One drivers ever understandably brings huge pressure and expectation, but Mick Schumacher feels…

‘They are like a family’: How esports has helped its fans get through lockdown

March 12, 2021 4:59 AM CNN Newsource

The return of sport amid the pandemic has been one of the few saving graces for many people over the last year. It’s provided a welcome…

Idaho State’s tournament run ends in the quarterfinals

March 11, 2021 7:09 PM Adrian Luevano

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho State men’s basketball team started and ended their Big Sky Tournament campaign on Thursday night. The Bengals fell…

NBA fines Miami Heat star Meyers Leonard $50,000 for anti-Semitic slur and suspends center

March 11, 2021 10:55 AM CNN Newsource

The NBA fined Miami Heat’s Meyers Leonard $50,000 on Thursday after the center used an anti-Semitic slur while livestreaming a video game. The…

Frisbee and oval ball star Cat Phillips fired up by fight for gender equality

March 11, 2021 6:07 AM CNN

For someone who describes herself as a “pretty quiet person,” Cat Phillips has shown herself to be utterly unafraid of speaking out. A…

Lionel Messi scores ‘special’ goal but misses penalty as Barcelona crashes out of the Champions League

March 11, 2021 5:07 AM CNN Newsource

It wasn’t enough to ensure Barcelona progressed to the Champions League quarterfinals but Lionel Messi’s strike against Paris…

Skyline’s Merzlock wins dunk contest at District 6 senior showcase

March 10, 2021 10:54 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Around 80 senior boys and girls basketball players from District 6 had one more chance to put on their high school…

Athlete of the Week: Lloyer Driggs, Thunder Ridge boys basketball

March 10, 2021 10:32 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Our Sermon Service and Electric athlete of the week fills up the box score every time he plays. Adrian Luevano introduces…

Idaho State moves on to the tournament championship game

March 10, 2021 10:16 PM Adrian Luevano

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…

Wednesday H.S. baseball & softball scores – March 10

March 10, 2021 8:06 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), High school baseball and softball…

MLB’s Texas Rangers could be the first team with a full house since the pandemic stopped sports

March 10, 2021 4:19 PM CNN Newsource

The Texas Rangers could become the first major US sports team to play before a full house since the coronavirus pandemic began shutting stadiums and…

Rory McIlroy says Tiger Woods is ‘doing better’ and hopeful to be home in the ‘next week or so’

March 10, 2021 12:18 PM CNN Newsource

Golfer Rory McIlroy says his friend and fellow professional Tiger Woods is “feeling better” and is hopeful to be transferred to his home…

Roger Federer defeats Dan Evans as he returns from 13-month injury absence

March 10, 2021 11:46 AM CNN Newsource

Roger Federer marked his return to tennis with a closely-fought 7-6 3-6 7-5 victory over Dan Evans at the Qatar Open. Playing in his first game for…

The voters the GOP wants to silence

March 10, 2021 7:09 AM CNN

From the passage of the 13th Amendment to the present, racial progress in America has often been prematurely celebrated. Fifty-six years ago this…

Erling Haaland breaks multiple records as his goal-scoring streak continues in the Champions League

March 10, 2021 4:51 AM CNN Newsource

They say scoring goals is the hardest part of soccer but Erling Braut Haaland continues to make the process look easy. With yet another brace in…

Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky on training in a backyard pool and her aspirations for Tokyo 2020

March 10, 2021 3:54 AM CNN Newsource

A backyard pool in California might be the last place you’d expect to find one of the world’s greatest swimmers in training, but that was…

Idaho State advances to Big Sky Tournament semi-finals

March 9, 2021 4:03 PM Adrian Luevano

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…

Nine east Idaho teams place at boys state basketball tournament

March 9, 2021 3:27 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Marsh Valley is the only east Idaho team to bring home a state boys basketball championship in 2021. The Eagles weren’t…

Stacey Abrams and LeBron James shouldn’t have to fight this battle

March 9, 2021 6:13 AM CNN

From the passage of the 13th Amendment to the present, racial progress in America has often been prematurely celebrated. Fifty-six years ago this…

‘Congrats & McDonald’s on you’: Superstar quarterback Dak Prescott agrees to mega deal with Dallas Cowboys

March 9, 2021 3:35 AM CNN Newsource

The biggest question looming over the NFL’s biggest team has finally been answered. After almost two years of on-off negotiations, Dak Prescott…

‘The Fight of the Century’: A divided US nation 50 years on

March 9, 2021 1:17 AM CNN Newsource

By the time the first bell rang and Joe Frazier came bobbing towards him, Muhammad Ali was already four years into a fight that helped define him as…

Chukars introduce 2021 coaching staff

March 8, 2021 2:42 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Falls Chukars have its coaching staff in place for its first season as an independent. Billy Gardner Jr was…

Despite ‘inappropriate behavior,’ UEFA clears officials of alleged racist abuse during Champions League game

March 8, 2021 11:21 AM CNN Newsource

UEFA announced on Monday that Romanian fourth official Sebastian Colţescu and assistant referee Octavian Sovre have been cleared of racism and other…

‘I still can’t put it into words’: Stephanie Travers on the ‘surreal’ moment she became the first Black woman on an F1 podium

March 8, 2021 10:41 AM CNN

As Lewis Hamilton celebrated his victory at last season’s Styrian Grand Prix, a member of the Mercedes team grabbed Stephanie Travers and told…

Novak Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer’s all-time record of weeks spent as world No.1

March 8, 2021 4:34 AM CNN Newsource

Novak Djokovic has broken Roger Federer‘s all-time record for most weeks spent as the men’s world No.1. The Serbian has now topped the…

Manchester United brings Manchester City’s 21-match winning streak to an end

March 7, 2021 1:03 PM CNN Newsource

Manchester United ended Manchester City‘s 21-game winning streak with a brilliantly executed 2-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. A…

Philadelphia stars sidelined from NBA All-Star Game due to Covid-19 protocols

March 7, 2021 11:11 AM CNN Newsource

Philadelphia 76ers stars Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons were pulled from the NBA All-Star Game Sunday due to the league’s Covid-19 protocols.…

NBA cracks down on Atlanta promoters planning All-Star Game events

March 7, 2021 8:35 AM CNN

The NBA sent roughly 200 cease-and-desist letters to Atlanta-area promoters who were using the league’s trademarks without permission, a source…

Robert Lewandowski edges closer to legendary record after netting hat trick against Borussia Dortmund

March 7, 2021 7:17 AM CNN

Robert Lewandowski took a step closer to breaking a legendary scoring record after netting a hat trick in Bayern Munich’s 4-2 win over rivals…

There’s a dearth of Black players on the LPGA Tour. This woman wants that to change

March 7, 2021 5:31 AM CNN Newsource

Made redundant from her job at Lockheed Martin at the age of 55, Clemmie Perry started thinking she needed to find a hobby. She turned to golf, but…

Preston comes up short in 4A title game

March 6, 2021 6:12 PM Dylan Carder

NAMPA, Idaho (KIFI) – Preston fell to Middleton 47-45 in the 4A state championship game on Saturday. The 2020 champs will be bringing home the…

Marsh Valley wins first boys state basketball title in 33 years

March 6, 2021 4:12 PM Dylan Carder

NAMPA, Idaho (KIFI) – The wait is over for the Eagles. Marsh Valley beat McCall-Donnelly 58-51 to win the 3A state boys basketball championship. It’s…

The legendary Iditarod sled dog race is going ahead amid the coronavirus pandemic

March 6, 2021 7:29 AM CNN Newsource

The Iditarod, Alaska’s legendary long-distance sled dog race, is set to begin Sunday despite the threat of coronavirus. The route, usually…

How otters and beavers returned to one of the world’s greatest golf courses

March 6, 2021 5:53 AM CNN Newsource

Ten years ago following Darren Clarke’s win at a wild and wet 2011 Open tournament, one of the world’s top golf courses embarked on a…

NBA’s best players gather for All-Star Game like no other

March 6, 2021 3:32 AM CNN Newsource

It is typically a time where the great and good of the NBA showcase their unique skills to an assembled crowd of fans and A-list celebrities. But in…

Slow start dooms Madison in 5A semifinals

March 6, 2021 1:05 AM Dylan Carder

NAMPA, Idaho (KIFI) – Meridian advances to the 5A state championship game with a 66-56 win over Madison Friday. The Bobcats gave up and early 16-4…

Snake River drops 3A semifinal to McCall-Donnelly

March 6, 2021 12:41 AM Dylan Carder

NAMPA, Idaho (KIFI) – Snake River falls to McCall-Donnelly 60-51 in the 3A state semifinals on Friday. The Panthers will go on to the third place…

Hillcrest falls to Middleton in the 4A state semifinals

March 6, 2021 12:22 AM Dylan Carder

MERIDIAN, Idaho (KIFI) – Hillcrest came up short 53-47 against Middleton in the 4A state boys basketball semifinals. The Knights still have a shot at…

Preston beats Bishop Kelly to reach 6th straight 4A title game

March 6, 2021 12:02 AM Dylan Carder

MERIDIAN, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Center is becoming like a second home for Preston boys basketball. The Indians beat Bishop Kelly 38-36 Friday to…

Friday state boys high school basketball scores – March 5

March 5, 2021 6:31 PM News Team

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI), State boys basketball tournament…

North Fremont’s 29 game winning streak snapped at the buzzer

March 5, 2021 11:29 PM Dylan Carder

EAGLE, Idaho (KIFI) – Colby Renner hit a three with 0.6 seconds on the clock to lift St. Maries over two-time defending 2A state champion North…

Marsh Valley climbs over Teton to reach 3A championship game

March 5, 2021 11:07 PM Dylan Carder

NAMPA, Idaho (KIFI) – Marsh Valley is one step closer to winning its first state boys basketball title since 1988. The Eagles beat Teton 56-47 in the…

NFL picks its first Black female game official

March 5, 2021 11:22 AM CNN Newsource

Maia Chaka will make history when the new National Football League season starts this year. The NFL said Friday it has added Chaka to its roster of…

Liverpool slumps to fifth straight home defeat as Jurgen Klopp defends ‘rare’ Mohamed Salah substitution

March 5, 2021 5:35 AM CNN Newsource

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has vowed to be “as honest as possible” with his players after a 1-0 loss against Chelsea — his…

Surfer Billy Kemper says he glimpsed at death after a wave broke his pelvis in half

March 5, 2021 4:16 AM CNN

It was a tiny error in judgement, but within seconds he realized that the consequences could be potentially life threatening. “That wave sucked…

Cristiano Ronaldo reaches scoring landmark during his 600th league game

March 5, 2021 3:29 AM CNN Newsource

Cristiano Ronaldo reached another scoring landmark on the occasion of his 600th league game. When he netted Juventus’ third goal in a 3-0…

Creighton’s men’s basketball head coach suspended after ‘plantation’ comment

March 5, 2021 12:55 AM CNN Newsource

Creighton University has suspended its men’s basketball head coach Greg McDermott, who apologized earlier this week for making what he said was…

Grace falls to Lapwai in 1AD1 state semifinals

March 5, 2021 12:07 AM Dylan Carder

CALDWELL, Idaho (KIFI) – Grace’s run to a state title is over. The Grizzlies fell 69-47 to Lapwai in the 1AD1 state semifinals Thursday. Gage…

Bear Lake drops state tournament opener to Ambrose

March 4, 2021 11:54 PM Dylan Carder

EAGLE, Idaho (KIFI) – 2A District 5 champion Bear Lake fell to Ambrose 56-44 in round one of the state boys basketball tournament Thursday. The Bears…