CALDWELL, IDAHO - The College of Idaho proudly announces a new streaming partnership with Urban Edge Network (UEN), delivering free, live access to all Yotes athletic events via the UEN platform. This collaboration expands UEN's already robust sports offering built around NAIA athletics, NBA G League's Texas Legends, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) competitions, all while elevating visibility for College of Idaho athletics fans everywhere.
Athletic Excellence: A Tradition of Championships
The College of Idaho continues to solidify its reputation for athletic success:
- The men's basketball program claimed its third NAIA National Championship in program history on March 25, 2025, with a dominant 93-65 victory over Oklahoma Wesleyan. This marks the Yotes' second national title in three seasons, reinforcing the program's dominance.
- The cross-country programs have achieved immense success, with both teams securing national championships. The women's team claimed the title in 2023, followed by the men's team earning the championship in 2024.
- Head Men's Basketball Coach Colby Blaine earned NAIA Coach of the Year, guiding the team to an impressive 35-2 record, including 21-1 in conference play, cementing the program as an NAIA powerhouse.
- Across the campus, Yotes athletes have paved the way with more than two dozen individual national titles in cross-country, and track & field, along with team national championships in men's basketball and baseball
- Since 2011, College of Idaho student-athletes have brought home 23 national championships, showcasing consistent excellence across sports.
UEN Partnership: Streaming Yotes Live, For Free!
This new agreement brings Yotes athletic events, across all sports, live and free to fans via Urban Edge Network. The platform continues to expand its streaming footprint:
- UEN is recognized as a leading, digital-first sports and entertainment network, delivering over 2,000 live events annually through desktop, mobile, and OTT channels.
- The network is already a key partner for NAIA sports, with a five-year agreement in place to stream NAIA national championships and offer dedicated NAIA channels.
- UEN's coverage spans NAIA competitions, HBCU athletics, and the NBA G League's Texas Legends, including live streaming of 50 Legends games in the 2023–24 season.
- As highlighted in recent announcements, UEN continues elevating college sports, including NAIA and HBCU content, through its broad, inclusive programming and cutting-edge ad-tech streaming solutions.
What This Means for Yotes Fans
- Free, live streaming of every College of Idaho athletic event via the Urban Edge Network with no cost, and no cable needed.
- Access anytime, anywhere, watch events on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer.
- An expanded UEN sports offering that now includes Yotes athletics alongside NAIA championships, Texas Legends games, and HBCU competition.
About Urban Edge Network (UEN)
Urban Edge Network (UEN) is a premier digital-first sports and entertainment platform, dedicated to amplifying the voices of NAIA institutions, HBCUs, and the NBA G League. UEN delivers more than 2,000 live events annually through OTT, mobile, and desktop channels, featuring dynamic ad-tech integration and premium brand engagement. The network is committed to accessible, high-quality streaming, celebrating diverse collegiate and professional athletics.
Watch, Follow, Download
Yotes fans can catch every live event, including regular season contests, championships, and more via UEN:
- Download the UEN app on the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
- Or stream directly at urbanedgenetwork.net
Stay connected, stay proud, and let's go, Yotes!
Media Contact (UEN):
Mr. Randall Barnes
Email: randall@urbanedgenetwork.org
