Southern Idaho Eagles overpower Yavapai in season opener

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (Interstat) — The College of Southern Idaho men’s junior college basketball team opened its season with a 66-48 victory over Yavapai on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. The Eagles used a dominant first half, outscoring the Roughriders 66-48 by halftime, to secure the win. Southern Idaho’s defense was stifling, recording 11 blocks and forcing 11 turnovers. Cooper Kesler led the Eagles with 16 points, while Ace Reiser dished out seven assists. Yavapai, which shot just 31 percent from the field, was led by Jason Parent’s 11 points. The Roughriders begin the season 0-1, while Southern Idaho starts 1-0.