Iowa State slated for Friday night road games at BYU, UCF
The inaugural season for Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers will feature a unique schedule twist, as the Big 12 Conference has officially slated two of the Cyclones’ conference road games for Friday nights. This shift to prime-time weeknight play marks a notable highlight for ISU, offering the team a chance to showcase its talent under the lights in two high-profile environments The first of these special Friday night encounters will take place in early October when Iowa State travels to the mountains of Utah. On Oct.
9, the Cyclones are set to face BYU in Provo. . This matchup will serve as a significant early-season conference test for coach Rogers as he navigates his first conference road game at one of the Big 12’s most distinctive atmospheres.
The Friday night spotlight returns for the Cyclones late in the season as the team heads to the Sunshine State. On Nov. 20, Iowa State will square off against UCF in Orlando, Florida.
As this game falls late in the November schedule, it could carry substantial weight for the conference standings as teams jockey for postseason positioning. While the dates for these marquee matchups are confirmed, fans will have to wait a bit longer for specific logistics. The press release indicated that kickoff times and television networks for both the BYU and UCF games will be announced at a later date.
Friday history The Cyclones are 25-13 all-time on Fridays. Wins include : 66-0 against Panora on Nov. 9, 1894; 46-0 against Iowa Falls on Sept.