Hilton
Place
James H. Hilton Coliseum, Iowa State University’s basketball arena in Ames, Iowa, renowned among fans for the home-court advantage known as “Hilton Magic.”
8 episodes featuring Hilton
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State searches for an identity after Utah loss
The discussion examines whether Iowa State’s early-season struggles reflect normal growth or deeper failures in execution, accountability, and team identity.
Sep 28, 2026 · 53 min
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State’s blowout win sharpens its quarterback debate
The 55–7 result settled the game quickly, but Iowa State’s quarterback rotation and future opportunities remain unresolved.
Sep 19, 2026 · 20 min
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State’s defense raises the floor as Lipsey’s future hangs in balance
The episode weighs whether Iowa State can turn defensive progress into a winning football season while a potential Tamin Lipsey return could reshape basketball.
Sep 17, 2026 · 58 min
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State opens Big 12 play against Arizona
The schedule sets an early test for Iowa State while imposing demanding travel and creating a consequential February weekend.
Sep 17, 2026 · 10 min
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State faces a new Iowa offense at Kinnick
The rivalry’s road test hinges on whether Iowa State can survive Iowa’s early pressure, win the trenches, and force turnovers.
Sep 9, 2026 · 1h 0m
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State faces Iowa’s physical test at Kinnick
The rivalry turns on whether Iowa State can withstand Iowa’s home environment and system-driven offense at the line of scrimmage.
Sep 8, 2026 · 14 min
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State’s defense sets the tone before Iowa test
The opener offered an encouraging defensive identity while exposing the offensive, special-teams, and depth questions Iowa State must answer against Iowa.
Sep 6, 2026 · 1h 19m
Cyclone Fanatic Pregame
Iowa State tests its new identity against SEMO
The opener offers an early read on Iowa State’s depth, physicality, quarterback development, and offensive direction before the Iowa rivalry.
Sep 3, 2026 · 26 min