Listen: UNI men’s basketball coach Ben Jacobson holds farewell press conference before Utah State departure

Cole Bair Last Updated: March 30, 2026

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UNI men’s basketball coach Ben Jacobson has officially been announced as the next head coach at Utah State, agreeing to a five-year deal with the Aggies.

The 20-year coach of the Panthers spoke Monday at a farewell press conference that can be listened to below. Jacobson will be formally introduced at Utah State tomorrow morning at 10 a.m. CDT.

University of Northern Iowa men’s basketball coach Ben Jacobson speaks at farewell press conference after officially accepting the head coach job at Utah State (3/30/2026 – credit: Cole Bair)

Cole Bair Last Updated: March 30, 2026

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Cole is Founder & Publisher of Panther Fanatic. He oversees 1650-102.3 The Fan, as well as 93.5 The Mix, 106.5 Corn Country, and Cruisin' 1250, as an Assistant Operations Manager. He hosts 'The Drive' on The Fan, weekdays from 5-6p.

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