Idaho State and Weber State are only a couple hours away from each other meaning you’ll find lots of Wildcats fans making the trip to Pocatello when these two meet. There is also always a lot on the line when these two Big Sky rivals meet, so don’t miss it when Weber State comes to town.

Idaho State vs Montana

Rival Team: Montana Grizzlies

Montana may have dominated the rivalry in recent years, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a lot of bragging rights on the line when these two meet. Bengals fans hate losing to the Grizzlies making every matchup between Idaho State and Montana a must-see event.

Idaho State Bengals Tailgate Guide

Atmosphere

Tailgating is a re-emerging part of Idaho State football games making it the perfect time for you to get involved. You won’t find the wildest tailgate atmosphere here in Pocatello, but that doesn’t’ mean you won’t have a good time tailgating with the diehard fans who line the parking lots on game days.

If you are tailgating before a Bengals game, make sure to check out BengalFest. BengalFest features all kinds of fun activities and entertainment options. You might even have the opportunity to see the Utah Jazz cheerleaders or Olympic gold medalists here before the game.

Traditions

Parking Lot Cheer and Band Performances

Keep an eye out for Eastern Washington cheer team and band as they perform around the tailgate. Both groups put on a great show and create a fun atmosphere with their performances before the game.

Stadium Facade

Check out the stadium facade on your way into the stadium, which celebrates the Eagles 2010 national championship as well as the program’s retired numbers. The display is a must-see for Eagles fans as well as an excellent reminder of Eastern Washington’s greatest players and teams.

Where to tailgate

General Parking

If you don’t have a reserved parking space, then arrive early to secure a spot in the general parking area. Lot 3, 11, and Rozelle are where cars can park, and Lot 11 is where to park if you’re bringing an RV or another oversized vehicle.

Reserved Parking

Those of you who plan to attend several games or want to tailgate the biggest tailgaters at EWU will want to check out the reserved parking lots. Here you’ll find season ticket holders who know how to tailgate making it a great place to tailgate before the game.

Eastern Washington Eagles Stadium Guide

In Game

Eastern Washington has been one of the most success FCS football programs of late invigorating the fan base and helping create a fun in-game atmosphere. Fans from all over the area come to cheer on the Eagles, and you’ll find a packed crowd when attending a game at Roos Field.

Throughout the game, the fans do an incredible job of showing their support for the Eagles. You’ll hear fans cheering and chanting non-stop, and for the most part, everyone remains standing throughout the game since the student section is at the front of the main stand. The standing is a major contributor to the good atmosphere and helps intimidate the opposition.

Speaking of intimidating the opposition, Roos Field’s red turf known as “The Inferno” does a fantastic job of disorienting opposing teams. The Eagles red uniforms on the red turf give them quite an advantage and make it difficult for opposing teams to come away from Roos Field with a W.

The fantastic fan support and the unique feel provide by “The Inferno” make attending an Eastern Washington football game a fun and unique experience for any FCS football fan.

Things to check out

The Inferno

Eastern Washington is one of the few NCAA teams to have a field that isn’t green creating a unique atmosphere at Eagles games. The Eagles’ red field is known as “The Inferno,” and its unique color goes a long way in giving Eastern Washington a strong home field advantage.

Firing the Cannon

After every Eagles score, the EWU ROTC fires off the cannon in celebration. There is nothing better than the sound of the cannon going off after the Eagles score, which ignites the crowd into a frenzy.

Swoop

Swoop is the Eagles mascot and a must-see part of any Eastern Washington football game. He gets into all kinds of antics at games, so keep an eye out for Swoop during your visit to Roos Field.

Eagle Marching Band

The Eagle Marching Band’s performance is one of the best parts of any Eastern Washington football game. The band plays a variety of school songs and contemporary music creating a fun atmosphere at games. You also won’t want to miss the band’s halftime performance.

EWU Cheerleading

The EWU cheerleaders get everyone pumped up with their routines throughout the game. The cheer squad leads fans in a variety of cheers and chants, so join in and give the Eagles as much of a home field advantage as possible.

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