MOSCOW, Idaho - The Vandals head south to kick off Big Sky Conference play by facing Idaho State on Thursday, Sept. 25, in Pocatello.
ABOUT IDAHO
Prior to entering conference play, Idaho boasts a 3-3-4 record. The Vandals have displayed defensive strength in their non-conference matches, with goalkeeper Paula Flores leading their upcoming Big Sky competitors with five shutouts.
The team currently sits in the middle of the conference rankings, one place in front of its in-state rival and upcoming competition, Idaho State.
Leading the Vandal's offensive third is fifth-year Annika Farley with counterparts Calli Chiarelli and Georgia Whitehead, posting a combined 6 goals.
IDAHO STATE
The Bengals will enter Thursday night's match with a 3-4-2 record. The team has seen a jump in success compared to previous seasons, posting a 44.4 win-loss percentage.
Idaho State is led by head coach Dustin Downey, who is in his third season with the Bengals. Across his time with the squad, he has accumulated a 3-34-9 record.
SERIES HISTORY
The two Idaho native teams have met 20 times since 1998, with the Vandals holding a 14-6 record over the Bengals. Their most recent encounter took place last fall, when Idaho swept Idaho State 4-0 at home. The black-and-gold enter the match on a four-game winning streak over the Bengals.
UP NEXT
Following their conference opener, Idaho will stay on the road to face Weber State on Sunday, Sept. 28, in Ogden, Utah, at 12 p.m. PT.
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