Yee's grand slam lifts Bengals over Weber State

Idaho State softball team takes two of three in Big Sky Conference opener

Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:30am

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The Idaho State softball team didn't get the perfect start to Big Sky Conference play they were hoping for, but they still managed to win two out of three games against Weber State in their opening series.

Why it matters

The Bengals' series win over Weber State sets them up well in the early stages of the Big Sky Conference schedule, as they look to contend for a spot in the conference tournament later this year.

The details

In the series finale, Idaho State trailed Weber State 3-2 in the bottom of the sixth inning when sophomore outfielder Mia Yee stepped up to the plate and blasted a grand slam to give the Bengals a 6-3 lead, which they would hold on to for the victory.

  • The three-game series took place from March 29-31, 2026.
  • Yee's game-winning grand slam came in the bottom of the sixth inning on March 31, 2026.

The players

Mia Yee

A sophomore outfielder for the Idaho State Bengals softball team.

Idaho State Bengals

The softball team from Idaho State University, competing in the Big Sky Conference.

Weber State

The softball team from Weber State University, a conference rival of Idaho State in the Big Sky.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit for us in a tight game. Mia really came through when we needed it most.”

— Julie Wright, Idaho State Head Softball Coach

What’s next

The Bengals will look to build on their series win over Weber State as they continue Big Sky Conference play in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

Idaho State's softball team showed resilience and clutch hitting in their series victory over Weber State, a positive sign as they aim to contend for a Big Sky Conference championship this season.