Idaho State takes a 7-3 Big Sky record into a two-match road week, facing Weber State on Tuesday in Ogden and Northern Colorado on Saturday in Greeley. The Bengals are coming off a loss to Montana State and will look to rebound while leaning on a defense that leads the conference in digs per set.

By the Numbers
  • Idaho State: 15-7 overall, 7-3 in Big Sky play.
  • Weber State: 13-7 overall, 6-4 in conference; Northern Colorado: 10-11 overall, 6-4 in conference.
  • The Bengals average 17.9 digs, 12.6 kills and 2.5 blocks per set.
  • Aspen Boice has 368 digs; Nora Waddoups leads Idaho State with 397 assists.
Yes, But

Idaho State’s top-ranked digging gives it a defensive edge, but the Bengals enter the week after a tough loss. Both opponents are 6-4 in conference play, making these road matches a meaningful test in the Big Sky standings.

State of Play
  • Weber State hosts Idaho State Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 6 p.m. MT; the match streams on ESPN+.
  • Northern Colorado hosts the Bengals Saturday, Oct. 31, at 1 p.m. MT; that match also streams on ESPN+.
  • Idaho State is scheduled to return home to face Utah Tech and Southern Utah.
What's Next

The Bengals first need to navigate two road matchups against conference teams with winning records. They then return to Reed Gym for games against Utah Tech and Southern Utah.

Bottom Line

Idaho State’s defensive strength is a key asset, but results on the road will determine whether the Bengals can turn their 7-3 conference start into stronger momentum.