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Idaho State Bengals Men's Basketball

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Idaho State

Bengals · Men's Basketball

Ryan Looney

Head Coach

Full staff (7)

CJ Edwards

Assistant Coach

Email

Cam Flabel

Assistant Coach

Email

Tim Nolan

Assistant Coach

Email

Rob Rodriguez

Assistant Coach

Email

Tyler Latta

Graduate Assistant

Email

Brandon Stephens

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Email

Tristan Stanton

Student Manager

Email

Head Coach

Ryan Looney

ryanlooney@isu.edu

Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.

Basketball Staff Contacts

Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.

NameRoleEmail
Ryan Looney Head Coach ryanlooney@isu.edu
CJ Edwards Assistant Coach kennethedwards2@isu.edu
Cam Flabel Assistant Coach camflabel@isu.edu
Tim Nolan Assistant Coach timothynolan@isu.edu
Rob Rodriguez Assistant Coach robrodriguez@isu.edu
Tyler Latta Graduate Assistant tylerlatta@isu.edu
Brandon Stephens Strength and Conditioning Coach brandonstephens@isu.edu
Tristan Stanton Student Manager tristanstanton@isu.edu

About Idaho State Bengals Basketball

Idaho State University offers serious student-athletes a well-rounded college basketball experience in Pocatello. Competing in the Big Sky Conference, the Bengals play against quality opponents in a competitive mid-major environment that provides excellent exposure for players aspiring to professional opportunities. Head Coach Ryan Looney has built a program centered on player development, basketball excellence, and academic achievement. The university provides strong academic support within a manageable campus setting, allowing athletes to balance their educational goals with high-level competition. Idaho State's basketball culture emphasizes toughness, discipline, and continuous improvement. The program values character and work ethic, creating an environment where recruits can grow both on and off the court. High school players seeking a program that prioritizes their overall development should contact Coach Looney's staff to discuss how Idaho State can help them reach their basketball and academic potential.

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Net price

$8,910/yr

Below D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

41%

Below D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

7,583

Below D1 median (9,019)

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price after aid (in-state), compared to 360 D1 schools with Scorecard data.

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$7,217 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$7,068 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$6,116 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$10,440 / year
$110,001+
$15,264 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
7,583
Average net price
$8,910 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$8,914 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$28,240 / year
Graduation rate
41%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar

NCAA Division I contact, evaluation, quiet, and dead periods are the same for every men's program, including this one. This is not a Idaho State Bengals camp or visit schedule.

One NCAA 2026-27 calendar for every D1 program. Dates checked against the NCAA calendar on Nov 8, 2026. NCAA calendar updated Jul 30, 2026. View the NCAA calendar (PDF)

Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.

Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.

Notable NBA/pro alumni

Notable NBA and professional alumni for this program
Player Team(s) Years
Ron Boone Lakers, Kings, Jazz —
Greg Griffin Suns —
Jeff Cook Spurs, Cavaliers, Suns, Jazz —
Dale Wilkinson Pistons, Clippers —
Steve Hayes 76ers, Spurs, Cavaliers, Pistons, Jazz —

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Big Sky Teams

Big Sky men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Eastern Washington View program → Location Cheney, WA Enrollment 6,222 Avg. net price $13,647
Idaho View program → Location Moscow, ID Enrollment 7,747 Avg. net price $15,321
Idaho State View program → Location Pocatello, ID Enrollment 7,583 Avg. net price $8,910
Montana View program → Location Missoula, MT Enrollment 7,488 Avg. net price $21,302
Montana State View program → Location Bozeman, MT Enrollment 14,451 Avg. net price $23,106
Northern Arizona View program → Location Flagstaff, AZ Enrollment 22,903 Avg. net price $17,265
Northern Colorado View program → Location Greeley, CO Enrollment 5,598 Avg. net price $18,711
Portland State View program → Location Portland, OR Enrollment 13,182 Avg. net price $8,337
Sacramento State View program → Location Sacramento, CA Enrollment 28,350 Avg. net price $11,186
Utah Tech University View program → Location St. George, UT Enrollment 8,552 Avg. net price $18,287
Weber State View program → Location Ogden, UT Enrollment 16,360 Avg. net price $10,237
All Big Sky Conference programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Idaho State D1?

Yes, Idaho State is an NCAA Division I program in the Big Sky. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Idaho State men's basketball.

What conference is Idaho State in?

Idaho State competes in the Big Sky for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Idaho State?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $8,910 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.

What is undergraduate enrollment at Idaho State?

College Scorecard reports approximately 7,583 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Idaho State?

Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D1, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D1 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.

Don't Wait to Start Your Path to Idaho State Bengals

Every month without structured development is a month where other recruits are improving their film, clearing eligibility, and building coach relationships. FCP players don't wait. They arrive at D1 evaluations already prepared for what programs like Idaho State Bengals require.

Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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