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AA Legion Baseball Scores – Wednesday, July 15

July 15, 2020 10:41 PM News Team

Wednesday, July 15, scores

Tigers get hard fought sweep over Skyline

July 15, 2020 10:58 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Tigers erased early deficits in both games of a double header to sweep Skyline Wednesday. The Tigers won game one 8-4 before taking game two 6-5. Bradley Thompson went 2-3 with 3 RBI in game one to lead the Tiger attack. Zack Lee pitched a complete game

Bandits overpower Minico

July 14, 2020 11:01 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The offense lead the way for the Idaho Falls Bandits as they earn a double header sweep over Minico Tuesday. The Bandits won the first game 16-4. Idaho Falls shut out the Storm 13-0 in game two. Jaxon Sorenson paced the Bandits in the opener. He went 3-4 from the

AA Legion Baseball Scores – Tuesday, July 14

July 14, 2020 9:52 PM News Team

Tuesday, July 14 scores

AA Legion Baseball Scores – Monday, July 13

July 14, 2020 3:25 PM News Team

Monday, July 13

Renegades Football Club offering more options for youth soccer players

July 13, 2020 9:39 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Youth soccer players in the Idaho Falls area will soon have more options to enjoy the game. The Renegades Football Club is inviting the public to an grand opening to learn more. The event is Tuesday, July 14 at McCowin Park in Ammon from 7 pm to 9 pm. Ryan

Mustangs thrash Wolf Pack to stay unbeaten

July 11, 2020 10:19 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Both the Idaho Mustangs and East Idaho Wolf Pack entered Ravsten Stadium undefeated at 3-0. The Idaho Mustangs led 32-0 at halftime and never looked back. They beat the Wolf Pack 50-0. The Mustangs have outscored their opponents 218-0.

Bandits split a double-header against Los Banditos

July 11, 2020 9:19 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bandits split a double-header against Los Banditos Saturday night at Melalueca Field. The Bandits took game one, 6-5 after Mcgwire Jephson grounded into a fielders choice that allowed Dallin Weatherly to score in the bottom of the sixth. David Henze went five innings, striking out three, and

Bandits sweep double-header in Pocatello

July 10, 2020 10:17 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bandits scored 4 runs in the first inning and never looked back in their, 14-4 win over the Pocatello Runnin’ Rebels. Bandits outfielder Eliot Jones drove in 4 runs on 2 hits in game one of the double-header. Jaxon Sorenson got the win for Idaho Falls. He gave

Blackfoot’s Payton Brooks shuts out Rigby

July 10, 2020 10:04 PM Adrian Luevano

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Blackfoot pitcher Payton Brooks threw five shutout innings as the Broncos beat Rigby, 14-0 in game one of a double-header. Blackfoot’s Jace Grimmet was 3 for 3 with 3 runs batted in. He helped the Broncos score 7 runs in the third inning. Blackfoot scored at least 2 runs in every

Erickson shuts out Hillcrest to secure South Fremont sweep

July 9, 2020 9:49 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – South Fremont swept Hillcrest in a AA Legion baseball doubleheader Thursday. The Cougars won the first game 16-6 and took the second game 3-0. Bridger Erickson was dominant on the mound in game two. He pitched a complete game shutout allowing just one hit and striking out nine batters. His counterpart

American Legion AA Baseball Scores – July 8

July 8, 2020 9:46 PM News Team

Wednesday, July 8 Scores

Skyline routs Rigby in Legion sweep

July 8, 2020 9:14 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Skyline combined to score 28 runs in a AA Legion double header sweep over Rigby Wednesday. The Grizzlies won the first game 14-1 and took the second game 14-2. Braden Owens lead Skyline in game one going 3-4 at the plate with 3 RBI. Cruz Taylor went 3-3 knocking in

American Legion AA Baseball Scores – July 7

July 7, 2020 10:42 PM News Team

Tuesday, July 7 Scores

Tigers overpower Titans for double header sweep

July 7, 2020 11:19 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Tigers combined to outscore Thunder Ridge 28-4 to earn a AA Legion sweep Tuesday. Idaho Falls won game one 14-0 and game two 14-4. The Tigers took advantage of ten Thunder Ridge errors in game one. They only needed 8 hits to score their 14 runs. Dylan

Los Banditos outslug Bandits 18-7

July 7, 2020 10:48 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The former Bandits got the better of the current group Tuesday at Melaleuca Field. Los Banditos beat the Bandits 18-7. Los Banditos is made up of former Bandits players and other former local high school stars. A group of former Bonneville Bees lead the charge for the Banditos. Willie Nelson

Idaho State Athlete tests positive for COVID-19

July 7, 2020 10:52 AM Dylan Carder

A student-athlete at Idaho State University is in self isolation after testing positive for COVID-19.

Hillcrest spilts double header with Blackfoot

July 3, 2020 9:36 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Blackfoot and Hillcrest trade wins in a AA Legion double header Friday. The Broncos won the first game 6-5. Candon Dahle contributed both at the plate and on the mound for Blackfoot. He collected three hits as a batter. Dahle pitched five innings, striking out six on way to the win.

Hillcrest secures sweep with bases loaded walk

July 1, 2020 10:13 PM Dylan Carder

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Ben Zarate drew a walk with the bases loaded to secure an 8-7 win for Hillcrest over Rigby in AA Legion baseball Wednesday. The victory earned a sweep for the Knights who beat the Trojans 13-3 in game one of the double header. The game winning walk capped off a five

Chukars debut Brews at the Ballpark

July 1, 2020 8:02 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Even though the Idaho Falls Chukars will not play in 2020, they are still finding ways to bring the community to the ballpark. “You know this is such a great gathering spot in Idaho Falls, Melalueca Field,” Chukars President/GM, Kevin Greene said. “I don’t know if there is a better

McGowen’s game winner picked top Holt Arena moment

July 1, 2020 5:12 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Kenny McGowen will never be forgotten in Pocatello. His game winning shot against Weber State in 2012 won the title of greatest moment in Holt Arena history. Idaho State University is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Holt Arena this year. That included a series of social media voting to determine the

Blackfoot football staff member tests positive for COVID-19

June 30, 2020 5:15 PM Dylan Carder

A Blackfoot High School football staff member tested positive for COVID-19. Principal Roger Thomas sent a message to athletes and parents on Tuesday.

Chukars season officially canceled

June 30, 2020 3:21 PM Dylan Carder

The Idaho Falls Chukars 2020 season is officially canceled.

American Legion Baseball Scores – June 25

June 25, 2020 9:26 PM News Team

Thursday June 25

Highland High School athletic staff member tests positive for COVID-19

June 25, 2020 12:31 PM News Team

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 has confirmed a Highland High School athletic staff member who was participating in the summer high school athletic program has tested positive for COVID-19.

Bees sweep Titans in AA Legion baseball

June 24, 2020 10:02 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bees took both games from Thunder Ridge in a double header Wednesday. The visiting Bees outlasted the Titans 15-12. Idaho Falls followed up with a 10-3 win to earn the sweep.

Pocatello Downs welcomes back fans

June 24, 2020 8:43 PM Adrian Luevano

Pocatello Downs hosted fans for the first time on Wednesday night.

Madison beats Kimberly in double header

June 23, 2020 10:26 PM Dylan Carder

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Madison Cats swept the Kimberly Astros in AA Legion baseball Tuesday. Madison won the first game 8-4. The Cats blanked Kimberly 14-0 in game two. Next up for Madison is a home double header Thursday against Skyline.

American Legion AA Baseball Scores – June 23

June 23, 2020 9:43 PM News Team

Tuesday, June 23

Sugar-Salem’s Bennion recognized by National Football Foundation

June 23, 2020 5:32 PM Dylan Carder

IRVING, Texas (KIFI/KIDK) – Sugar-Salem graduate Browning Bennion is a member of the 2020 National Football Foundation team of Distinction. The announcement was made Tuesday. Bennion is one of 82 high school student athletes from across the country to be honored. As part of the award, he will be enshrined in a permanent digital display

Balginy added to Chukars hall of fame

June 20, 2020 10:18 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Legendary broadcaster John Balginy became the fifth member of the Chukars hall of fame Saturday. It also happened to be his 65th birthday. He joins Don Werner, Jackie Robinson, Jim Garchow, and Billie Butler to be so honored by the Chukars. Balginy’s moment came in a surprise ceremony prior to

Idaho Mustangs rout Logan Stampede

June 20, 2020 9:50 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Mustangs defeated the Logan Stampede 58-0 Saturday. It is the second straight shutout for Idaho. Last week they beat the Diggers 50-0. Saturday’s win was the first home game for the Mustangs this season. It is also Idaho’s first season in Idaho Contact Football League after previously playing

Bandits receive championship rings, split with Pocatello

June 19, 2020 10:46 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bandits got their 2019 American Legion World Series championship rings on Friday. The ceremony was between games of a double header with Pocatello. The two teams earned a split. The Runnin’ Rebels won the first game 8-7 in eight innings. The Bandits outlasted Pocatello in a 19-13

Skyline claims sweep over Thunder Ridge

June 19, 2020 10:17 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Skyline took both games of a double header against Thunder Ridge Friday in AA Legion baseball. The Grizzlies won the first game 14-4. Skyline then grabbed the second game 17-6. Skyline travels to Madison for a double header on Thursday. Thunder Ridge heads to Wyoming for a weekend tournament in

Pocatello sweeps Idaho Falls Tigers in AA Legion baseball

June 18, 2020 9:38 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Pocatello Runnin’ Rebels won both games of a double header with the Idaho Falls Tigers Thursday. The Rebels won the first game 20-2. Tigers made game two much closer, but still fell to Pocatello 8-6. Pocatello visits the Idaho Falls Bandits Friday for a double header. The Tigers head to

State High School rodeo finals underway

June 17, 2020 3:20 PM Dylan Carder

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The rodeo is on. After weeks of uncertainty, the Idaho High School state rodeo finals are underway. The Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds in Blackfoot is hosting the event. It was originally set for the Bannock County Events Center in Pocatello. The change happened to better accommodate Covid safety protocols. To help

Teton High School students pick Timberwolves as new mascot

June 16, 2020 5:09 PM Dylan Carder

Goodbye, Redskins. Hello, Timberwolves.

Thunder Ridge takes two from Rigby

June 15, 2020 10:25 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Thunder Ridge swept Rigby in a AA Legion baseball double header Monday. The Titans got a boost from Conner Hall in game one. His two run blast in the second inning set the pace for a 13-3 win. Thunder Ridge would complete the sweep with an 8-6 win in game

American Legion Baseball Scores – June 15

June 15, 2020 10:16 PM News Team

Game 1Bozeman, MT Bucks 6I.F. Bandits 8 Game 2Bozeman, MT Bucks 6I.F. Bandits 10 Game 1Thunder Ridge 13Rigby 3 Game 2Thunder Ridge 8Rigby 6

Bandits sweep Bozeman

June 15, 2020 10:19 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bandits took a double header against Bozeman Monday. The defending national champs took game one 8-6. The Bozeman Bucks jumped out to a three run lead early in game two. Jaxson Sorenson crushed a two RBI triple in the third inning to tie it up. The Bandits

Bandits split opening double-header

June 13, 2020 9:56 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Baseball returned to Melaleuca Field and this time it was the Idaho Falls Bandits opening the 2020 season as the main tenants. The Bandits split their opening double-header to the Cheyenne Sixers. Dallin Weatherly pitched 3 innings and got the win in game one. The reining American Legion National Champions

American Legion Baseball Scores, June 12

June 12, 2020 10:04 PM News Team

GAME 1:UT Bluechips Grey 13Idaho Falls Tigers AA 7GAME 2:UT Bluechips Grey 10Idaho Falls Tigers AA 8 GAME 1:Skyline Grizzlies AA 9Utah Bluechips South 1 GAME 2:Skyline Grizzlies AA 13Utah Bluechips South 2 GAME 1:Madison AA Cats 12UT Bluechip West 2 GAME 2:Madison AA Cats 7UT Bluechip West 6 UT Bluechips White 9Thunder Ridge 7

Disc golf takes over Idaho Falls

June 11, 2020 10:07 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Disc golf is taking over Freeman Park and College of Eastern Idaho this week. The Lucky Disc Golf Open started on Thursday with a flex start doubles competition. Round 1 and 2 will begin at 9 am on Friday morning. The Open wraps up at Freeman Park on Saturday at

Gonzaga plans to host baseball camp in Idaho Falls

June 11, 2020 9:51 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – More baseball is coming to Idaho Falls. The Gonzaga Bulldogs baseball program will hold a camp at Melaleuca Field on July 15 and 16. The camp is targeted for boys and girls, age 6 to 13. There will be two sessions, the Big Dog Session is geared towards middle-school players.

NCAA says it will review Idaho’s transgender law in August

June 11, 2020 5:56 PM Associated Press

The NCAA will discuss Idaho’s law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports amid calls for the organization to move men’s basketball tournament games out of the state next year.

Rights groups, athletes ask NCAA to move tourney from Idaho

June 10, 2020 1:00 PM Associated Press

Groups that advocate for civil rights and women’s rights have joined notable athletes in asking the NCAA to move 2021 men’s basketball tournament games out of Idaho after the state passed a law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports.

Bandits and Runnin’ Rebels meet up for a scrimmage

June 6, 2020 1:43 AM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bandits and Pocatello Runnin’ Rebels met up at Bonneville High School for a scrimmage. The Rebels start their season with a double-header against Cheyenne, Wyoming on June 12 at Halliwell Park. The Bandits meet up with that same Cheyenne team on June 13 for a double header

Grizzlies walk-off in extra innings

June 6, 2020 1:29 AM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Skyline Grizzlies used a George Price walk-off single to win 10-9 over the Utah Blue Chips. Landon Merzlock got into some trouble early with wild pitches for the Grizzlies. He redeemed himself in the second inning with a two-RBI single. Blue Chips took game two of the double-header 5-0.

No 2020 season for the Grays

June 6, 2020 1:14 AM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Gate City Grays announced their Northern Utah League season is suspended. Pocatello’s independent baseball team said the pandemic and the recent increase in cases forced them to make the tough decision. Fans who had 2020 season tickets will receive a season pass for the entire 2021 season.

State Rodeo Finals are back on

June 6, 2020 1:09 AM Adrian Luevano

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho High School Rodeo Finals will happen in Bingham County. The rodeo will start on June 16 at the Eastern Idaho State Fair Grounds in Blackfoot. This comes after the Bannock County Commissioners voted not to allow the Finals to take place at the County Events Center. Rexburg and Filer

Chukars season is in jeopardy

June 6, 2020 1:05 AM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho Falls Chukars President & GM, Kevin Greene says he can see the writing on the wall. Nothing is official but the Chukars are ready to move forward with no Minor League season. “In our heart of hearts, we feel the chance of Chukars’ baseball is less than 1 in

Bandits team up with Chukars at Melaleuca Field

June 3, 2020 6:35 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – There will be baseball in Idaho Falls this Summer. Melaleuca Field will host at least 40 Idaho Falls Bandits games with opening day set for June 13. The Bandits host Post 6 Cheyanne for a double-header starting at 5 pm. Bandits head coach Ryan Alexander says he can already see

Safety protocols in place at Idaho State as athletes return to campus

June 1, 2020 10:09 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Some Idaho State student athletes returned to campus for voluntary workouts Monday. It is the first day the NCAA allowed athletes on campus under its coronavirus related rule changes. Idaho State strength and conditioning coach Dan Ryan is making sure protocols are in place to keep his athletes safe. Fifteen people

Teton High School students voting on new mascot

May 28, 2020 2:51 PM Dylan Carder

DRIGGS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – When high school sports return in the fall, teams at Teton High school will be going by a different name. A mascot committee chose 16 options out of suggestions made by the public. Students currently in grades 8-12 are eligible to vote on the new mascot. Here are the following names

NFHS releases guidelines for return to high school sports

May 27, 2020 6:14 PM Dylan Carder

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (KIFI/KIDK) – A potential path back to high school sports is out. The National Federation of High School Associations released guidelines Wednesday for a safe return amid coronavirus concerns. The three phase plan is intended to be ideas for state associations to consider. The Idaho High School Activities Association is working on its

Local golfer celebrates 99th birthday on the course

May 27, 2020 4:37 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Riverside Golf Course in Pocatello hosted a surprise birthday party for 99 year old Frannie Throkelt on Wednesday. She plays 18 holes of golf three times a week. The hobby started many years ago. “When my son turned seven, so he was in school, I took up golf. And he will

Malone named All-American

May 26, 2020 9:26 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State track and field star Treyshon Malone holds the ISU record in the long jump, is the Big Sky MVP, and now he’s officially an All-American. Malone becomes the first Bengal since 2012 to earn All-American status. He ended the indoor season ranked 9th in the nation in the long

Bengals add to their coaching staff

May 26, 2020 9:33 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho State women’s basketball team added two new coaches to their staff. Former two-time Big Sky Coach of the Year, Travis Brewster joins the Bengals from North Dakota. He led the Fighting Hawks to the NCAA Tournament in 2014. Former Blackfoot girl’s basketball coach, Courtnie Smith returns to her Alma

Idaho State track athletes want transgender lawsuit tossed

May 26, 2020 11:18 AM Associated Press

Two female athletes at Idaho State University want a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a new state law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports, the first such law in the nation.

Harsin welcomes quarterback competition

May 24, 2020 10:25 PM Adrian Luevano

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Boise State added former USC quarterback Jack Sears to their roster this week. Sears transferred to the Blue Turf with two years of eligibility. That causes a quarterback competition with Chase Cord and Hank Bachmeier. For Harsin, he is welcoming the QB battle. “Everybody on our team, I hope, wants to

Rice at ease with his veteran roster

May 23, 2020 10:10 PM Adrian Luevano

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Boise State men’s basketball team is ready to get back on campus and train for the first time in months. For head coach Leon Rice, he does not expect all of his players to return on June 1st. Partly due to travel, but he also wants to give his team

Big Sky basketball to play 16 game conference schedule in 2020-2021

May 22, 2020 6:11 PM Dylan Carder

FARMINGTON, Utah (KIFI/KIDK) – Big Sky basketball teams will play just 16 conference games in 2020-2021. The conference announced the change Friday. The original plan called for a 20-game double-round robin schedule. Commissioner Tom Wistrcill called the change “an appropriate measure that delivers significant cost savings to our member institutions.” He also noted it provides

Digital football coaching clinic set for May 23

May 21, 2020 5:35 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, ID (KIFI/KIDK) – College football coaches from Boise State, Idaho State, and College of Idaho will take part in an online coaches clinic Saturday. It will take place on Zoom at 8 am May 23. Normally college coaches would get to work with high school coaches face to face throughout the spring. However,

Rigby’s 5A championship game among ten best of the decade

May 19, 2020 6:59 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Rigby’s 5A championship win over Coeur d’Alene is among the best high school football games in the country. National website Max Preps revealed its top ten high school football games of the past decade. The Trojans title win came in at number 10. Rigby erased a 15 point fourth quarter

Practices begin for American Legion baseball teams

May 18, 2020 11:04 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Practices are underway for American Legion Baseball teams throughout Idaho. Due to Coronavirus pandemic, only groups of ten are allowed. Practices of up to fifty people can begin May 30. Players are just happy to get back to work. Idaho Falls Bandit Tavyn Lords says he’s been playing baseball every

Idaho Falls Raceway plans to open

May 17, 2020 11:38 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Raceway is planning to have a practice on May 30. Their first race is scheduled for June 13. The Raceway will hold their May general meeting this Tuesday at 7 pm. They say having the meeting at the track will allow for proper social distance.

Fighting for a season

May 9, 2020 9:36 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With Idaho’s high school baseball season pretty much done due to the coronavirus, the focus has now turned to American Legion Baseball in the Summer. The organization canceled its regional and national tournaments, but the state organizations can still hold a season. In Idaho, games are scheduled to state June 13,

High school rodeo opens sooner than expected

May 7, 2020 6:58 PM Dylan Carder

RIGBY, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – High school rodeo is happening sooner than previously thought. District 7 is holding events this weekend in Rigby starting Thursday night. On April 27, Idaho High School Rodeo Association president Matt Jones sent a letter stating all district rodeos are postponed until June 13. That is when Governor Little’s stage four

Idaho American Legion Baseball releases schedule update for 2020

May 6, 2020 3:27 PM Dylan Carder

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – There will be American Legion baseball in Idaho this year. The Idaho Legion baseball board announced a schedule to return to the field on Wednesday. The path back to baseball coincides with Governor Little’s four phase plan to reopen Idaho. Small group practices of less than ten can begin May 17

Grays preparing for season with Covid precautions

May 6, 2020 12:16 AM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – “I can’t wait to hear the crack of the bat and hear the umpire yell play ball again.” Gate City Grays owner Terry Fredrickson is eager to get the 2020 season started. He just doesn’t know exactly when that will happen. Large venues such as Halliwell Park can open in phase

Ryan uses creativity to keep Bengals in-shape

May 2, 2020 10:12 PM Adrian Luevano

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – COVID-19 has changed life’s drastically. For Idaho State strength coach Dan Ryan, he has had to adjust his program on the fly. Ryan uses an app to help log bengal athlete workouts from around the nation. “You know gyms are shut down,” Ryan said. “A few of our athletes are very

Chidi Udengwu ready to chase NBA dream

April 30, 2020 11:52 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The last Idaho State Bengal to play in the NBA was Jeff Cook in 1988. Chidi Udengwu wants the be the next one. Udengwu announced on social media he is entering the NBA draft. He knows there is work to do to make it at the next level. “I just know

ISU’s Udengwu to test NBA waters

April 28, 2020 8:03 PM Dylan Carder

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Chidi Udengwu won the Most Inspirational Player award for Idaho State men’s basketball. Now he hopes to inspire much more than his Bengal teammates. The California native announced Tuesday via social media he is starting the process to enter the 2020 NBA draft. Udengwu also announced he is hiring an agent.

Bengals ink 8 new players

April 26, 2020 11:26 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho State men’s basketball team added eight new players to its roster and some much needed size. Head coach Ryan Looney thinks his squad will be ready to make more noise this upcoming season. “Because of injury, and some other reasons this past year, yeah we were severely undersized,”

Cleveland joins Vikings after 2nd round selection

April 25, 2020 10:18 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Boise State offensive lineman, Ezra Cleveland is reunited with former Bronco Alexander Mattison in Minnesota. The Vikings selected the tackle in the second round. Cleveland’s former teammate Khalil Shakir says Minnesota is getting a monster on the line. “Ezra meant a lot to us and our offense,” Shakir said. “What

Weaver picked by the Dolphins in the 5th round

April 25, 2020 10:10 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Boise State defensive end Curtis Weaver waited longer than expected to get drafted. The Miami Dolphins selected the Bronco in the 5th round. Weaver’s former teammate Avery Williams says the Dolphins are getting a high character player. “He’s really a different person on the field, and not in the bad

See where regional athletes signed after the 2020 NFL Draft

April 25, 2020 10:01 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The 2020 NFL Draft concluded Saturday and while some players did not hear their name called, they still signed with a team. Boise State David Moa – DL – Minnesota VikingsJohn Molchon – OL – Tampa Bay Buccaneers Weber State Jonah Williams – DE – Los Angeles Rams Utah Utes

Chukars team up to help Food Basket

April 24, 2020 8:24 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – This time of year Melaleuca Field is usually hosting high school baseball games. On Friday, they were filling up the Idaho Falls Food Basket truck to help the community. “It’s been steady, it’s been steady,” Idaho Falls Chukars President and General Manager, Kevin Greene said. “We haven’t had any huge

Ackley eager to start as new Blackfoot football coach

April 24, 2020 2:47 PM Dylan Carder

BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – American Falls native Jerrod Ackley is taking over the Blackfoot football program. He is taking over for long-time coach Stan Buck. Ackley’s previous jobs include head coach at Soda Springs and an assistant at Idaho State. He also coached at the high school level in both Florida and Texas. He is

Hawkins leaves lasting legacy at Madison

April 22, 2020 8:43 PM Dylan Carder

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The name Bill Hawkins and Madison boys basketball will forever be linked. Twenty-nine years and five state championships in Rexburg will do that. The Idaho High School Activities Association named Hawkins to its hall of fame last week. Current Madison head coach Travis Schwab served 12 years as an assistant to

Chukars hosting COVID-19 supply drive

April 22, 2020 5:00 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Chukars are doing their part to be good neighbors during these trying times. The defending Pioneer League champs are holding a food and medical supply drive to benefit those affected by Covid-19. The drive is Friday, April 24 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Donations will go

Long term future of Chukars in doubt after MiLB plans to concede

April 21, 2020 4:14 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The future of the Idaho Falls Chukars beyond 2020 is very much in doubt. Minor League Baseball is reportedly prepared to agree to Major League Baseball’s proposal to cut guaranteed affiliations from 160 to 120 next year. Those 40 teams affected would include the Chukars and the entire Pioneer League.

Bengals ink four new recruits

April 19, 2020 11:05 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho State women’s basketball coach Seton Sobolewski was hard at work recruiting four new Bengals to Pocatello. The officially signed on Wednesday, but he could not imagine trying to do all the leg work during the Pandemic. “We’re lucky that before the pandemic hit that a lot of our recruiting

Spillett misses out on spring season

April 19, 2020 11:00 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Pocatello High School’s Adison Spillett played basketball and soccer this school year and she signed with the College of Idaho to play both. However, she didn’t get to run track, partly due to her ACL, but also due to spring sports being canceled in Idaho. “I feel really bad for

Khalil Shakir misses the Blue Turf

April 19, 2020 10:59 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Boise State head football coach Bryan Harsin let his players go home after spring football was canceled. For Bronco wide receiver Khalil Shakir, he is at home training with his brother. The Junior wideout is trying to stay ready for the first day of practice, whenever that happens. “I mean

Spring coaches and athletes react to season cancellation

April 17, 2020 7:11 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho High School Activities Association officially canceled the spring 2020 season Friday. Coaches and athletes are now dealing with the reality of a lost season.

IHSAA officially cancels spring sports season

April 17, 2020 11:30 AM Dylan Carder

The Idaho High School Activities Association is canceling all spring sports and activities for 2020. The release Friday stated the decision was based on guidelines by Governor Little and the State Board of Education.

Madison’s Bill Hawkins named to IHSAA Hall of Fame

April 16, 2020 4:52 PM Dylan Carder

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Madison legend Bill Hawkins has a long list of accomplishments to his name. He can add hall of famer to that list. The Idaho High School Activities Association named Hawkins to their Hall of Fame class of 2020 Thursday. In 29 years as head boys basketball coach, Hawkins lead his team

Bonneville football finds ways to build teamwork from a distance

April 15, 2020 9:35 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – One challenge for any head coach taking over a program is building relationships with players. That gets harder to do during a pandemic. New Bonneville football coach Kevin Kempf is finding a way.

Blackfoot’s Colby Pearson reflects on XFL experience

April 13, 2020 6:46 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Cobly Pearson played with the New York Guardians of the XFL. Pearson is a former Blackfoot Bronco and BYU Cougar. He spoke with Sports Line about his XFL experience and more.

Kicking for an opportunity: NFL Draft prep with Dominik Eberle

April 12, 2020 11:49 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFK/KIDK) – Utah State kicker Dominik Eberle graduated as the highest scoring kicker in Aggie history. He was a Lou Groza Award Finalist, which is the top award a kicker can get in college. Eberle went from being a walk-on his Freshman year to a top NFL prospect his Senior year. Adrian:

Heartbreaking end for Treyshon Malone

April 12, 2020 11:34 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – COVID-19 has abruplty ended seasons for atheltes. For Idaho State track star Treyshon Malone, his season ended as he was warming up at the NCAA Championships. Almost.. pic.twitter.com/fQ7SSv1K9w— 🪽T-Rey🪽 (@JumpMan_T12) March 12, 2020 Adrian: “What was it like when you were at that line and you’re warming up and everything

East Idaho participates in Be the Light campaign

April 10, 2020 11:04 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Friday night lights are typically associated with football. On Friday April 10, it was all about the spring sports. Schools all over East Idaho participated in the Be the Light campaign. The stadium lights were turned at 8:20 pm and stayed on for twenty minutes. In military time that is

American Legion Baseball cancels national tournaments

April 7, 2020 4:43 PM Dylan Carder

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Falls Bandits will not have the chance to defend their national championship. The American Legion canceled all national tournaments on Tuesday. That includes all eight regional tournaments and the World Series. The Bandits still may get the opportunity to defend their state championship. Idaho Legion Baseball chairman Charles

Ehardt believes NCAA recruiting will be a level playing field

April 5, 2020 10:15 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – NCAA head coaches are having to deal with not being able to meet recruits face to face. Before being a representative in the State House in Idaho, Barbara Ehardt was a college basketball coach and she believes it will impact recruiting. “You know it’s definitely changing but luckily as far

Draft prep with Idaho State’s Michael Dean

April 5, 2020 10:43 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Preparing for the NFL Draft has always been tough, but COVID-19 has made it even tougher. Had a chance to talk to @mikeydean5 about his virtual pro day and we discussed some of his favorite video games as well. @ISUBengals @localnews8 @KIDKnews https://t.co/fxgQgdnMjJ pic.twitter.com/zA3nKZCest— Adrian Luevano (@a_luevano) April 6, 2020

Ehardt aims to protect girls and women in sports

April 3, 2020 9:02 PM Adrian Luevano

After hearing Team USA and Nike athlete Chris Mosier’s side of the new transgender law, Representative Barbara Ehardt responded to what she believes the bill she sponsored means.

Fairness In Women’s Sports Act bans some transgender athletes

April 2, 2020 8:59 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Idaho Governor Brad Little signed the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act in March, which makes Idaho the first state to ban transgender girls from participating in girls and women’s sports. “We know that sports is a very important part of many young people’s lives,” Transgender Advocate, Team USA, and Nike

IHSAA extends suspension of spring sports until April 20

March 31, 2020 1:16 PM Dylan Carder

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho High School Activities Association announced Tuesday spring sports remain suspended until April 20. This is in response to ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The new date matches guidelines set by the Idaho State Board of Education. Postponement of activities was originally scheduled to end April 5. The IHSAA will continue to

Highland, Riverside Golf Courses to open

March 30, 2020 11:26 AM News Team

CHUBBUCK, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Following additional guidance from Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and Southeastern Idaho Public Health on Governor Brad Little’s stay-home order, Highland and Riverside Golf Courses will open for play. Golf course staff will institute the following measures to ensure the safety of players: Passholder check-in will be facilitated without entering the