Idaho State Coaches Show

Idaho State Coaches Show

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Idaho State Coaches Show episodes

  • Idaho State Coaches Show: Homecoming Edition – Softball Insights and Football Focus
    This week's Idaho State Coaches Show features a homecoming week episode highlighting both softball and football programs. Head coach Andrew Rich discusses the fall softball schedule, impacted by rainouts, and the competitive seven-game intrasquad series with all games decided by one run. The episode concludes with football head coach Cody Hawkins reflecting on the team’s mindset during homecoming and the strategic value of the season’s second bye week before facing ranked opponents.
    44 min
  • Bengals on the Rise: Idaho State Coaches Preview the Basketball Season
    Host Scott Gross interviews men's basketball head coach Ryan Looney about offseason developments, roster additions, and expectations for the upcoming season, highlighting player depth and leadership. The conversation also touches on the impact of recruiting, transfer rules, and the evolving landscape of college basketball. The episode shifts to women's basketball with coach Seton Sobolewski, who reflects on his tenure, community support, and team outlook for the season ahead.
    51 min
  • Big Sky Momentum: Bengals Gear Up for Grizzlies Showdown: ISU Coaches Show 10-02-25
    In this week's Idaho State Coaches Show, head coach Cody Hawkins and host Scott Gross highlight the Bengals’ two-game win streak, including a significant Big Sky road win over Northern Colorado, while breaking down offensive and defensive adjustments, player health updates, and leadership both on and off the field; the show previews Idaho State's upcoming blackout game against the undefeated Montana Grizzlies, emphasizes the special teams' impact, and discusses how navigating the conference’s toughest schedule is helping to build a culture of resilience and high expectations for the Bengals this season.
    46 min
  • Building Blocks and Breakout Performances: ISU Coaches Show 9-25-25
    This episode of the Idaho State Coaches Show features new assistant soccer coach Damir Sabanovic sharing his journey from Bosnia to the U.S., insights on the Bengals’ recent soccer success, and development of top players like freshman goalkeeper Hannah Wheeler as the team gears up for a competitive Big Sky Conference season; football coach Cody Hawkins then joins to discuss key player recoveries and strategic takeaways heading into the Bengals’ football match against Northern Colorado, offering fans a detailed look at both programs and encouraging community involvement at the weekly Union Tap Room live shows
    50 min
  • ISU Coaches Show with Scott Gross and Cody Hawkins: 9/18/2025
    This week's Idaho State Coaches Show features football head coach Cody Hawkins discussing the team's recent performance, including a hard-fought loss to New Mexico, standout individual efforts, and adjustments needed for future games. Hawkins talks in-depth about quarterback play, running back rotations, and the impact of key transfers, while also previewing the upcoming home opener and challenges of facing Lincoln.
    30 min
  • ISU Coaches Show talks Soccer and Cross Country (9-11-2025)
    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.
    43 min
  • ISU Coaches Show with Dustin Downey and Cody Hawkins (September 4, 2025)
    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.
    49 min
  • ISU Coaches Show, Cody Hawkins and Grant Duff reflect on Game 1 in Las Vegas and preview Saturday's matchup with Southern Utah
    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.
    52 min

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Idaho State Athletics has partnered with The Union Taproom as the new host for the Idaho State Coaches show podcast.Every Thursday at 11:30 AM during the football season, Scott Gross will sit down…