Garrett Patton and Toby Mitchell broke serve on the last game to win 6-4. It will likely come down to #1 doubles for the point.
Sunday, April 26, 2015
Tenreiro & Roskilly Get Their Own Break
Thomas Tenreiro and Lewis Roskilly got a big win in the last game after losing service, so #1 doubles is tied at 4-4.
Tenreiro & Roskilly Down a Break
Nevada now has the advantage for the doubles point. They have breaks in both #1 and #3 doubles.
Foley & Hewko Down a Break at #3 Doubles
For the second straight day, Boise State's tennis team not playing well in doubles. They moved play inside today due to poor weather in Albuquerque, New Mexico for the Mountain West Men's Tennis Championship.
Brian Foley and Abe Hewko down 3-0 already.
Brian Foley and Abe Hewko down 3-0 already.
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Boise State Wins 4-2
Coach Greg Patton has his team playing their best tennis of the season at a most opportune time.
Boise State lost the doubles point, then proceeded to win four of five singles matches to defeat #1-seed New Mexico 4-2 this afternoon in Albuquerque. The Broncos advanced to the Mountain West Championship game tomorrow against upstart Nevada. The home team won a relatively easy doubles point, with Shunji Hirooka and Augustus Ge pounding Garrett Patton and Toby Mitchell 6-0 on the second court and Mitch McDaniels and Samir Iftikhar putting away Brian Foley and Abe Hewko 7-5. Lewis Roskilly and Thomas Tenreiro upset the #60 doubles team in the nation, Hayder Sabatka and Bart Van Leijsen 6-4 in the other match. Coach Patton knows that the doubles point is important, but he met with his team and told them "Let's fight hard and show everyone what the Blue and Orange is all about, by playing hard." Garrett Patton took that advice to heart, taking a 6-3 win in the opening set of his match at #1 singles. Roskilly followed suit with a 6-1 win his first set. Tenreiro lost his set 6-3, and Hewko fell 6-4, but Foley prevailed in his opening set 6-3. When Mitchell won his first set 6-4, it meant four of the six Broncos captured opening sets. Four Broncos would have to win their singles matches for Boise State to defeat the Lobos. Patton disposed of Sabatka 6-3, 6-2 to tie the match. The tide was beginning to swing Boise State's way. Hewko responded by evening his match with a 6-2 win in the second set. Foley followed with a 6-3, 6-2 win at #4 singles, and Roskilly made it 3-1 Boise State with an impressive 6-1, 6-3 victory at #5 singles. Mitchell had a great chance to win his match, but fell in the second set 6-4. Tenreiro battled hard in the second set, but lost 3-6, 5-7. It was now 3-2 Boise State. That made the other Broncos step up, as the Lobos grabbed the momentum briefly in the ever-changing ebb and flow of college tennis. Attention of the 500-plus spectators focused on the two remaining courts. Mitchell and McDaniels were locked in a 3-3 dual in the third and final set. Hewko grabbed a 4-3 lead in the final set of his match with Rodolpho Juaregui. Juaregui was set to serve, but Hewko broke service and took a 5-3 lead. With all the pressure on him, and the Lobo fans responding loudly to any glimpse of hope, Hewko served for the set and the match. He got down early 15-30, then uncorked two killer aces. Then, when the game went to add-in point, unleashed another laser that set him up for the winner. Boise State will meet Nevada tomorrow in the championship match. Action gets underway at 11 a.m. Mountain Time. You can follow the action with a live stream on www.themwc.com.
Boise State lost the doubles point, then proceeded to win four of five singles matches to defeat #1-seed New Mexico 4-2 this afternoon in Albuquerque. The Broncos advanced to the Mountain West Championship game tomorrow against upstart Nevada. The home team won a relatively easy doubles point, with Shunji Hirooka and Augustus Ge pounding Garrett Patton and Toby Mitchell 6-0 on the second court and Mitch McDaniels and Samir Iftikhar putting away Brian Foley and Abe Hewko 7-5. Lewis Roskilly and Thomas Tenreiro upset the #60 doubles team in the nation, Hayder Sabatka and Bart Van Leijsen 6-4 in the other match. Coach Patton knows that the doubles point is important, but he met with his team and told them "Let's fight hard and show everyone what the Blue and Orange is all about, by playing hard." Garrett Patton took that advice to heart, taking a 6-3 win in the opening set of his match at #1 singles. Roskilly followed suit with a 6-1 win his first set. Tenreiro lost his set 6-3, and Hewko fell 6-4, but Foley prevailed in his opening set 6-3. When Mitchell won his first set 6-4, it meant four of the six Broncos captured opening sets. Four Broncos would have to win their singles matches for Boise State to defeat the Lobos. Patton disposed of Sabatka 6-3, 6-2 to tie the match. The tide was beginning to swing Boise State's way. Hewko responded by evening his match with a 6-2 win in the second set. Foley followed with a 6-3, 6-2 win at #4 singles, and Roskilly made it 3-1 Boise State with an impressive 6-1, 6-3 victory at #5 singles. Mitchell had a great chance to win his match, but fell in the second set 6-4. Tenreiro battled hard in the second set, but lost 3-6, 5-7. It was now 3-2 Boise State. That made the other Broncos step up, as the Lobos grabbed the momentum briefly in the ever-changing ebb and flow of college tennis. Attention of the 500-plus spectators focused on the two remaining courts. Mitchell and McDaniels were locked in a 3-3 dual in the third and final set. Hewko grabbed a 4-3 lead in the final set of his match with Rodolpho Juaregui. Juaregui was set to serve, but Hewko broke service and took a 5-3 lead. With all the pressure on him, and the Lobo fans responding loudly to any glimpse of hope, Hewko served for the set and the match. He got down early 15-30, then uncorked two killer aces. Then, when the game went to add-in point, unleashed another laser that set him up for the winner. Boise State will meet Nevada tomorrow in the championship match. Action gets underway at 11 a.m. Mountain Time. You can follow the action with a live stream on www.themwc.com.
New Mexico Grabbing the Momentum
Still 3-1 Boise State, but New Mexico is winning the points right now. Broncos need to buckle up.
Roskilly Wins 6-1, 6-3
Boise State takes a 3-1 lead over the home team in the Mountain West Men's Tennis Semifinal.
Hewko Wins Second Set 6-2
Abe battles back for a 6-2 win in the second set after losing the opener 6-4.
Roskilly with a late break, leads 5-3
Lewis won the opening set 6-1, and with the late break, can now serve for his match.
Foley Wins 6-3, 6-2
Brian just became the second Bronco to win his match, joining Garrett Patton. Boise State takes the lead for the first time in Albuquerque, 2-1.
Hewko Now Leads 4-1 in Second Set
It appears now that New Mexico has to win that pairing to win the match. Abe lost the opening set 6-4.
Patton Wraps It Up at #1 Singles
Patton wins 6-3, 6-2. The match is tied at 1 apiece. Boise State taking on New Mexico in the semifinals of the men's tennis championships.
Mitchell Wins 6-4 in Opening Set
Toby became the fourth Bronco to win the opening set. Four Broncos have to win their matches for Boise State to defeat the top-seeded Lobos.
Set One Recaps
#1 Singles--first set to Patton of Boise State 6-3. He leads second set 3-0.
#2 Singles--First set to Samir Iftikhar of New Mexico 6-3.
#3 Singles--Mitchell can put a lot of pressure on if he wins. He leads the first set 5-4.
#4 Singles--Brian Foley won the first set 6-3.
#5 Singles--Lewis Roskilly won 6-1.
#6 Singles--Rodolfo Jauregui won 6-4.
Boise State has won four of five first sets.
#2 Singles--First set to Samir Iftikhar of New Mexico 6-3.
#3 Singles--Mitchell can put a lot of pressure on if he wins. He leads the first set 5-4.
#4 Singles--Brian Foley won the first set 6-3.
#5 Singles--Lewis Roskilly won 6-1.
#6 Singles--Rodolfo Jauregui won 6-4.
Boise State has won four of five first sets.
Tenreiro Loses First Set 6-3
Two Broncos won the opening set, and now #98 Samir Iftikhar of New Mexico has won his first set.
Roskilly Wins First Set 6-1
Two Broncos win their opening set. Tennis, though, is a game of ebbs and flows and changes in momentum. We have a long ways to go.
Mitchell Gets a Break at #3 Singles
Toby leads 4-2 now. His play could greatly impact the results for this match.
Tenreiro Down 5-1 at #2 Singles
Thomas is playing the #98 player in the nation. Not looking good, so the other Broncos need to step up bigtime.
Hewko Suffers a Break at #6 Singles
Abe is behind 4-2. Broncos need either Foley or Hewko to win, or both Patton and Tenreiro will have to win for Boise State to win the match.
Tenreiro Down a Break
Thomas Tenreiro is behind 3-1 at #2 singles. Probably need either Patton or Tenreiro to win for Boise State to advance.
Mitchell and Roskilly Get Early Singles Breaks
Toby Mitchell (#3 singles) and Lewis Roskilly (#5) both lead 2-0. Boise State needs four singles victories to advance.
New Mexico Wins the Doubles Point
Unfortunately, a Boise State player hit one of the serves that was clearly out. But the Broncos lost their momentum in the last ten minutes.
Break for New Mexico on #3 Doubles
New Mexico leads 6-5. If they hold serve, they win the doubles point.
Boise State #3 Doubles Leads 5-4
Very tense action now. New Mexico thought they had the point, winning #2 doubles 6-0. But the tide has turned, at least briefly.
Roskilly and Tenreiro Get a Late Break
Ahead 5-4, Lewis Roskilly and Thomas Tenreiro broke serve on the last game and prevailed 6-4. The doubles match is tied at one set apiece. #3 doubles will decide it, where it is 4-4.
Foley and Hewko Get the Break Back
The #3 doubles team of Boise State has just broken serve, and that match is tied at 4 now. The #2 doubles team was blown out 6-0, and New Mexico leads the doubles match one set to none. First team to win two doubles matches wins the point.
Foley and Hewko Also Down a Break
Things not bouncing Boise State's way in the opening going, Foley and Hewko are down 3-1 at #3 doubles.
Patton & Mitchell Down a Break in Semifinal Doubles Play
The first break of the semifinal match between Boise State and New Mexico goes to the homestanding Lobos. They lead Boise State's #2 doubles team 2-0.
Boise Not Friendly to the Ducks
Once again, an Oregon team faced Boise State, and they left with a familiar result--a loss to the Broncos.
Boise State's sand volleyball team hosted a match for the first time in program history, and they beat back the Ducks 4-1, before falling 5-0 to #10 Arizona.
Boise State's sand volleyball team hosted a match for the first time in program history, and they beat back the Ducks 4-1, before falling 5-0 to #10 Arizona.
Bridges Grand Slam Lifts Boise State Past Colorado State 6-5
Devon Bridges sent a rocket over the fence in the bottom of the seventh inning for a grand slam to give Boise State a 6-5 win over Colorado State last night at Dona Larsen Park in Boise.
The homer was Devon's 50th of her career, and brought the Broncos all the way back from an early 4-0 deficit.
The homer was Devon's 50th of her career, and brought the Broncos all the way back from an early 4-0 deficit.
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Broncos Beat Fresno State 4-0
After losing in Boise just last week 4-3 to Fresno State, the fired up Broncos bounced back to dominated the Bulldogs today in Albuquerque. In the quarterfinals of the Men's Mountain West Tennis Tournament, Boise State defeated Fresno 4-0.
The Broncos captured the doubles point when both the #1 team of Thomas Tenreiro and Lewis Roskilly and the #3 team of Brian Foley and Abe Hewko won by identical 6-3 scores.
Action then moved to singles, and Coach Greg Patton's team asserted itself from the opening. Hewko went up on Fresno State's Youssef Hassan 6-1 in the opening set, and Roskilly bounced Eric Komati 6-1 as well at #5 singles. Tenreiro won his first set 6-3 at #2 singles, and Foley took the opening set at #4, 6-3.
After falling behind in the second set 2-0, Hewko came back for a 6-4 win to be the first Bronco to finish his singles match. That made it 2-0 Boise State, then shortly afterwards, Tenreiro won 6-3, 6-1.
Foley and Roskilly lost chances to clinch the match, but meanwhile on court one, Garrett Patton was making a comeback of his own. After losing the first set 6-4, Patton rebounded for a 6-1 win in the second. With Foley and Roskilly unable to clinch matches, attention turned on Garrett, and he came through with a 6-1 win in the third set to give Boise State the 4-0 win.
The Broncos will meet the winner of tonight's match between host and #1 seed New Mexico and #8 seed Air Force in the semifinals. That match takes place at noon Mountain Time Saturday.
The Broncos captured the doubles point when both the #1 team of Thomas Tenreiro and Lewis Roskilly and the #3 team of Brian Foley and Abe Hewko won by identical 6-3 scores.
Action then moved to singles, and Coach Greg Patton's team asserted itself from the opening. Hewko went up on Fresno State's Youssef Hassan 6-1 in the opening set, and Roskilly bounced Eric Komati 6-1 as well at #5 singles. Tenreiro won his first set 6-3 at #2 singles, and Foley took the opening set at #4, 6-3.
After falling behind in the second set 2-0, Hewko came back for a 6-4 win to be the first Bronco to finish his singles match. That made it 2-0 Boise State, then shortly afterwards, Tenreiro won 6-3, 6-1.
Foley and Roskilly lost chances to clinch the match, but meanwhile on court one, Garrett Patton was making a comeback of his own. After losing the first set 6-4, Patton rebounded for a 6-1 win in the second. With Foley and Roskilly unable to clinch matches, attention turned on Garrett, and he came through with a 6-1 win in the third set to give Boise State the 4-0 win.
The Broncos will meet the winner of tonight's match between host and #1 seed New Mexico and #8 seed Air Force in the semifinals. That match takes place at noon Mountain Time Saturday.
Patton Up 5-1 in Third Set
It might be Garrett that gets to close it out, with even sets at #4 and #5 singles. Garrett leads his match now after losing the opening set 6-4.
Roskilly and Eric Komati Tied
5-5 in the second set. Lewis trying to win his match and the match for Boise State.
Brian Foley also tied at 4-4 in the second set. He also won the opening set.
Brian Foley also tied at 4-4 in the second set. He also won the opening set.
Roskilly Up in Second Set
Lewis Roskilly leads his second set 5-4. He will try to wrap up the match.
Mitchell Wins Second Set 6-4
With Toby coming back to take the second set at #2 singles, no Fresno State singles player is ahead in their match. Boise State has captured two wins, with two others winning their first sets. The other two matches are now tied at one set apiece.
Foley Loses His Break
Brian Foley was up in the second set, but now tied at 3-3. He won the first set 6-3.
So here's a recap: Boise State won the doubles point, Abe Hewko won at #6 singles, 6-1, 6-4 to make it 2-0, then Thomas Tenreiro won 6-3 6-1. Boise State leads the match 3-0 in Albuquerque.
Lewis Roskilly won the opening set 6-1 and is tied at 4 games apiece in the second set.
If it goes that far, Patton has battled back at #1 singles to tie his match at one set apiece, and leads 2-1 in the third set.
So here's a recap: Boise State won the doubles point, Abe Hewko won at #6 singles, 6-1, 6-4 to make it 2-0, then Thomas Tenreiro won 6-3 6-1. Boise State leads the match 3-0 in Albuquerque.
Lewis Roskilly won the opening set 6-1 and is tied at 4 games apiece in the second set.
If it goes that far, Patton has battled back at #1 singles to tie his match at one set apiece, and leads 2-1 in the third set.
Tenreiro Wins
Thomas gets the win at #2 singles, 6-3, 6-1.
The Broncos lead Fresno State in the opening match at the Mountain West Tennis Championships, 3-0.
The Broncos lead Fresno State in the opening match at the Mountain West Tennis Championships, 3-0.
Tenreiro Leads Second Set
Thomas won the opening set 6-3, and leads the second set 4-1, trying to close it out and make it 3-0.
Hewko Wins 6-1, 6-4
Abe Hewko captures the win at #6 singles, 6-1, 6-4. Boise State leads 2-0 over Fresno State.
Mitchell Up in Second, 3-1
Toby Mitchell ahead in the second set 3-1 after dropping the opening set 6-1.
Foley Wins First Set 6-3
Broncos now with four first-set wins. They lead the opening match over Fresno State 1-0.
Patton Loses First Set at #1 Singles 6-4
Boise State has won three first sets to two for Fresno State.
Tenreiro Wins First Set 6-3
Thomas Tenreiro wins his opening set at #2 singles. Three Broncos have won opening sets.
Roskilly Wins 6-1 in #5 Singles
Boise State singles players have now won two first sets to one for Fresno State.
Mitchell Loses at #3 Singles
Mitchell lost the opening set 6-1, so each team has won a first set in singles. Boise State leads in the match 1-0.
Patton Now Down A Break 3-1
#1 Garrett Patton is behind 3-1, so there are two breaks apiece between Boise State and Boise State in singles action.
Abe Hewko Leads
Hewko, the #6 singles player for Boise State, has the early lead 5-0. Toby Mitchell is behind 3-1 at #3 singles.
Boise State #1 Doubles Team Wins 6-3
Broncos trying to steal the doubles point from favored Fresno State in the opening round of the Mountain West Men's Tennis Championship.
Another Sport, Another Bad Finish for Non-Revenue Team
The non-revenue sports at Boise State continue to sink. The Bronco women's golf team finished seventh at the Mountain West Championship today.
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
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Boise State Gets Early Lead in MW Women's Golf Championships
Boise State just has a couple of holes under their belts, but the Lady Broncos are 2 under par with the early lead at the Mountain West Women's Golf Championship.
Saturday, April 18, 2015
Allie Ostrander Commits to Boise State
Allie Ostrander visited Arkansas, Boise State and Oregon, but chose the Broncos as the place where she wanted to go to school.
It was a phone call from Boise State track coach Corey Ihmels that convinced Ostrander to go with the Blue, and makes a statement that she went with Ihmels over two track & field heavyweights. Ostrander feels Boise State is a team on the rise, and is excited to come to Boise.
Ostrander registered a time of 9:59.33 in the 3,200 meters at the Big "C" Relays in Anchorage, Alaska this year, ranking her #1 in the nation at that distance. Ostrander, a senior at Kenai Central High School, owns state marks in the 1,600 and 3,200, and her times this year in the marathon beat the boys. Ostrander also is a three-time cross country champion.
It was a phone call from Boise State track coach Corey Ihmels that convinced Ostrander to go with the Blue, and makes a statement that she went with Ihmels over two track & field heavyweights. Ostrander feels Boise State is a team on the rise, and is excited to come to Boise.
Ostrander registered a time of 9:59.33 in the 3,200 meters at the Big "C" Relays in Anchorage, Alaska this year, ranking her #1 in the nation at that distance. Ostrander, a senior at Kenai Central High School, owns state marks in the 1,600 and 3,200, and her times this year in the marathon beat the boys. Ostrander also is a three-time cross country champion.
Boise State Track Team Sets 17 Personal Best Marks
The Bronco track team, which did not fare well in the indoor portion of the season, is striving to do better this spring. The team needed to improve and they have so far, setting 17 personal records at the Mt. SAC Relays and the Bryan Clay Invitational yesterday.
David Elliott broke a 37-year school record last night in the 1,500 meters at the Bryan Clay Invite in Walnut, California. Elliott beat 208 competitors in winning the event in 3:41.61. Elliott's time was just 34/100th's off the stadium record.
Marisa Howard, runner-up in the steeplechase at the NCAA Championships last year, is running new events this year. Howard finished fourth in the 1,500 with a time of 4:21.05, the third-best performance in school history, and a new meet record.
Emma Bates set a school record in the 1,500 meters but still finished in 11th place at the Mt. SAC Relays in Sacramento, California. Bates ran the distance in 4:16.37, but was a full eight seconds off the pace. Emma now owns school records in the 1,500, 5000 and 10,000.
David Elliott broke a 37-year school record last night in the 1,500 meters at the Bryan Clay Invite in Walnut, California. Elliott beat 208 competitors in winning the event in 3:41.61. Elliott's time was just 34/100th's off the stadium record.
Marisa Howard, runner-up in the steeplechase at the NCAA Championships last year, is running new events this year. Howard finished fourth in the 1,500 with a time of 4:21.05, the third-best performance in school history, and a new meet record.
Emma Bates set a school record in the 1,500 meters but still finished in 11th place at the Mt. SAC Relays in Sacramento, California. Bates ran the distance in 4:16.37, but was a full eight seconds off the pace. Emma now owns school records in the 1,500, 5000 and 10,000.
APU Stadium: # 3:41.17 2012 Ross Millington, New Mexico-UNAT
BC Invite: $ 3:41.17 2012 Ross Millington, UNAT-New Mexico
Name Year School Seed Finals
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Finals
1 Elliott, David JR Boise State 3:46.45 3:41.61
2 Vaziri, Shyan JR Unattached 3:42.40 3:42.54
3 Stabler, Sam SR Lamar 3:40.45 3:42.72
4 Callahan, Peter SR New Mexico 3:39.90 3:43.13
5 Corona, Patrick JR Air Force 3:43.50 3:43.17
6 Hurysz, Jake SR Colorado 3:40.63 3:43.21
7 Kincaid, William JR Portland 3:42.50 3:43.68
8 Abbey, Jefferson SO Colorado St. 3:44.00 3:43.87
9 Saarel, Benjamin SO Unattached 3:41.54 3:43.88
10 Williams, Derrick FR CSU-Pueblo 3:46.47 3:44.09
11 Strum, Weston SR Northern Arizona 3:44.00 3:44.27
12 Murphy, Pierce JR Colorado 3:45.00 3:44.31
13 Perkins, Zach SR Air Force 3:41.46 3:44.39
14 Schroeder, Allan SR Boise State 3:45.43 3:44.61
15 Weitz, Nathan JR Northern Arizona 3:44.19 3:44.67
16 Poland, Ryan SR Portland 3:42.00 3:44.98
17 Dorsey, Matt SO Air Force 3:43.00 3:45.35
18 Dulian, Blayne SR Minnesota 3:46.51 3:45.39
19 Winter, Connor JR Colorado 3:42.00 3:45.58
Event 250 Women 1500 Meter Run INV - A C/O
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Name Year Team Finals
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Finals
1 Sarah Brown New Balance 4:08.15
2 Stephanie Brown Nike 4:08.51
3 Alexa Efraimson Nike 4:09.43
4 Gabriela Stafford Toronto 4:11.46
5 Colleen Quigley Florida State 4:11.61
6 Muriel Coneo Porvenir - Colombia 4:11.64
7 Dominique Scott Arkansas 4:12.16
8 Sasha Gollish Toronto 4:12.48
9 Rhianwedd Price Miss State 4:14.07
10 Dana Mecke Unattached 4:15.08
11 Emma Bates Boise State 4:16.37
12 Linn Nilsson Hälle IF 4:19.30
13 Amy Van Alstine HOKA One One 4:20.28
14 Therese Haiss Arkansas 4:35.44
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Official--Drmic Given Fifth Year of Eligibility
It seemed like a formality, but now we can say it is official. Boise State star guard Anthony Drmic has indeed been granted a medical hardship and will come back for another year. Now we can all focus on winning an NCAA Tournament game for the first time in school history.
With the improvement that several players on the basketball team made, and now this good news, Coach Leon Rice should have a better team next year than the won which won 20 games for a third straight year this past season. Although Derrick Marks was a great player for the Broncos, next year's team may be less predictable and tougher to stop. When the game was close late, opponents always knew the ball would be in Derrick's hands. Next year, they won't know where the attack is coming from.
With the improvement that several players on the basketball team made, and now this good news, Coach Leon Rice should have a better team next year than the won which won 20 games for a third straight year this past season. Although Derrick Marks was a great player for the Broncos, next year's team may be less predictable and tougher to stop. When the game was close late, opponents always knew the ball would be in Derrick's hands. Next year, they won't know where the attack is coming from.
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Karyna Armstrong Finishes 4th in Hammer at Sun Angel Track Classic
Boise State's Karyna Armstrong's finished fourth in the hammer throw at the Sun Angel Track Classic in Tempe, Arizona. Armstrong tossed the weight 54.72 meters.
Saturday, April 4, 2015
Bronco Gymnasts Finish Disappointing Fourth at Regionals
#3 seed Boise State fell far short of the 196 mark they needed to be a factor at the Berkeley Regional Gymnastics Championships, and finished fourth tonight.
| Place | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Of Georgia | 197.025 |
| 2 | University Of Utah | 196.575 |
| 3 | Cal Women | 196.000 |
| 4 | Boise State University | 195.375 |
| 5 | Utah State University | 195.150 |
| 6 | Brigham Young University | 194.150 |
Boise State Gymnasts Try to Break 28-Year Drought
For 28 years, Boise State has qualified for the NCAA Regional Gymnastics Championships, only to be kept out of the NCAA National Championships.
Tonight, the #3-seed Broncos will try to end that drought when they compete in the Berkeley Regional against the field led by #1-seed Utah and #2 Georgia.
To reach nationals, a team must finish in the top two in their region.
Tonight, the #3-seed Broncos will try to end that drought when they compete in the Berkeley Regional against the field led by #1-seed Utah and #2 Georgia.
To reach nationals, a team must finish in the top two in their region.
Bates Sets School Record in 5,000 to Lead Bronco Track Team
In a field dominated by professionals, Emma Bates broke her own school record and finished seventh in the 5,000 meters yesterday at the Palo Alto Invite in California. But Bates had plenty of company in impressive Bronco performances.
Bates finished second among collegiate runners with a time of 15:32.46. Marisa Howard, who is competing in the 5,000 for the first time, set a personal mark of 16:17.66, while Tessa Murray finished in 16:35.
Freshman Emma Hyppa is being counted on to continue in Howard's footsteps in the steeplechase. Hyppa made her debut and ran the distance in 10:37.65, the third-best performance in school history.
David Elliott finished the men's 5,000 in 13:50, the second-fastest in school history. Allan Schroeder clocked the third-best time in school history in the men's steeplechase, with a time of 8:46.48.
Jordin Andrade finished second in the 400-meter hurdles with a time of 50.56, while Fernando Martinez was fourth (52.30). Mackenzie Flannigan finished second in the women's 100 with an outstanding time of 11.74.
Bates finished second among collegiate runners with a time of 15:32.46. Marisa Howard, who is competing in the 5,000 for the first time, set a personal mark of 16:17.66, while Tessa Murray finished in 16:35.
Freshman Emma Hyppa is being counted on to continue in Howard's footsteps in the steeplechase. Hyppa made her debut and ran the distance in 10:37.65, the third-best performance in school history.
David Elliott finished the men's 5,000 in 13:50, the second-fastest in school history. Allan Schroeder clocked the third-best time in school history in the men's steeplechase, with a time of 8:46.48.
Jordin Andrade finished second in the 400-meter hurdles with a time of 50.56, while Fernando Martinez was fourth (52.30). Mackenzie Flannigan finished second in the women's 100 with an outstanding time of 11.74.
Monday, March 30, 2015
Boise State's Derrick Marks Named Honorable Mention All-America
Boise State senior guard Derrick Marks was named to the Associated Press All-America team today, the first Bronco All-American in school history.
Marks averaged 19.4 points per game this season, #22 in the nation. Marks was named the Mountain West Player of the Year, and earned All-District VIII and NABC All-District 17 as well.
Bill Otey was an NAIA Honorable Mention All-American in 1969, but Marks is the first Division I All-American ever at Boise State.
Bill Otey was an NAIA Honorable Mention All-American in 1969, but Marks is the first Division I All-American ever at Boise State.
Friday, March 27, 2015
Ryan Lundgren Hired at Vallivue High School
Ryan Lundgren, Director of Player Development for the past three seasons, has been hired as the head basketball coach at Vallivue High School. Lundgren has helped Boise State to 20-win seasons each of those three years.
Monday, March 23, 2015
Don Hutt Has Passed Away...
Don Hutt, who held career records for catches and touchdown catches for over 30 years, has passed away in Boise at age 62.
Hutt owned the marks for career receptions (189) and receiving touchdowns (30) until 2010.
Rest in peace, Don--many of us became Bronco fans during your heyday.
Hutt owned the marks for career receptions (189) and receiving touchdowns (30) until 2010.
Rest in peace, Don--many of us became Bronco fans during your heyday.
Bronco Gymnasts Will Compete in Berkeley Regional
The Boise State gymnastics team found out today it will compete in Berkeley, California April 4 in the NCAA Regional Championships.
The Broncos will take on #3 Utah and #10 Georgia, along with host California (#20) and fellow Mountain Rim Conference schools Utah State and BYU.
Only the top two teams from each Regional advance to the national championship, which this year will be held in Fort Worth, Texas April 17-19.
The Broncos will take on #3 Utah and #10 Georgia, along with host California (#20) and fellow Mountain Rim Conference schools Utah State and BYU.
Only the top two teams from each Regional advance to the national championship, which this year will be held in Fort Worth, Texas April 17-19.
Sunday, March 22, 2015
Bronco Gymnasts Buck The Odds and Win Mountain Rim Championship
Boise State was in the home gym of rival Denver, and going into the final rotation, things could not be tighter: Denver led with 147.275 points to 147.225 for both Boise State and Southern Utah, as three of the nation's Top 25 teams battled it out in the Mountain Rim Conference Gymnastics Championship.
Every Bronco gymnast scored 9.80 or better on the floor as Boise State recorded a team score of 49.175 to capture the conference title with a score of 196.625. It is Boise State's fourth conference championship of the 2014-15 school year.
Southern Utah finished second (196.275), while Denver slid to third with a mark of 196.075, Utah State finished fourth (195.125) and BYU was last (194.225).
Every Bronco gymnast scored 9.80 or better on the floor as Boise State recorded a team score of 49.175 to capture the conference title with a score of 196.625. It is Boise State's fourth conference championship of the 2014-15 school year.
Southern Utah finished second (196.275), while Denver slid to third with a mark of 196.075, Utah State finished fourth (195.125) and BYU was last (194.225).
Sunday, March 15, 2015
Boise State Will Be Dancing!
Boise State has just been announced as making the NCAA Tournament. The Broncos will play Dayton in a play-in game on Dayton's home floor March 18 at 7:10 p.m. Mountain Time.
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Both Joe Lunardi and Jerry Palm have Boise State as an 11 Seed
Following the loss to Wyoming, and after all the games played today, both Joe Lunardi of ESPN and Jerry Palm of CBS have Boise State in their brackets. In fact, both have four Mountain West teams (Boise State, Colorado State, San Diego State, and Wyoming).
However, Lunardi has Boise State as one of the "Last Four In", and Palm has Colorado State in his "Last Four In". Lunardi also points out that Boise State better hope SMU wins today, or they could be out.
However, Lunardi has Boise State as one of the "Last Four In", and Palm has Colorado State in his "Last Four In". Lunardi also points out that Boise State better hope SMU wins today, or they could be out.
Nick Duncan Named to All-Mountain West Tournament Team
Boise State's Nick Duncan was named to the All-Tournament Team today following the final between San Diego State and Wyoming.
Josh Adams (MVP, Larry Nance, Jr., Winston Shepard, J.J. O'Brien, and Duncan were honored in a ceremony following the game.
Josh Adams (MVP, Larry Nance, Jr., Winston Shepard, J.J. O'Brien, and Duncan were honored in a ceremony following the game.
Friday, March 13, 2015
Bronco Women Win Mountain West Championship
Boise State broke open a close game in the second half, then hung on to preserve a 66-60 win over New Mexico and the 2015 Mountain West Conference Basketball Championship this afternoon in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Point guard Yaiza Rodriguez sparked the victory with 18 points, including 7-8 from the free-throw line, and 4 assists as the Lady Broncos captured their first conference title since 2007, when Boise State played in the Western Athletic Conference. Brooke Pahukoa poured in 16 points and had 5 rebounds. Both were named to the All-Mountain West Tournament Team, and Pahukoa was named Most Valuable Player.
Miquelle Askew battled the strong Lobo inside presence and also hit 4-5 from the field and 4-5 from the free-throw line for 12 points. The jubilant ladies were honored by the crowd and presented with the Mountain West trophy, then took part in a festive net-cutting ceremony.
Boise State awaits word on their seed and first-round opponent in next week's NCAA Tournament.
Point guard Yaiza Rodriguez sparked the victory with 18 points, including 7-8 from the free-throw line, and 4 assists as the Lady Broncos captured their first conference title since 2007, when Boise State played in the Western Athletic Conference. Brooke Pahukoa poured in 16 points and had 5 rebounds. Both were named to the All-Mountain West Tournament Team, and Pahukoa was named Most Valuable Player.
Miquelle Askew battled the strong Lobo inside presence and also hit 4-5 from the field and 4-5 from the free-throw line for 12 points. The jubilant ladies were honored by the crowd and presented with the Mountain West trophy, then took part in a festive net-cutting ceremony.
Boise State awaits word on their seed and first-round opponent in next week's NCAA Tournament.
6-53, Boise State
1:32 remaining. Boise State has been playing very tense, and their 12-point lead has shrunk to 7.
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Boise State Coasts Past Air Force, 80-68 to Advance to Mountain West Semifinal
The overall depth of Boise State propelled the Broncos to an 80-68 win over Air Force this afternoon in Las Vegas, Nevada as the Broncos advanced to the semifinals of the Mountain West Conference tournament for the second consecutive year.
With Derrick Marks in foul trouble in the first half that limited him to only six minutes, Boise State turned to their long-range game, namely the three-point shot. Four Broncos nailed a collective five treys (2 from Nick Duncan and one each from James Webb III, Mikey Thompson and Rob Heyer) as Boise State took a 32-28 lead into the locker room.
Marks took charge in the paint in the second half, and, as the Falcons turned all their attention to him, it opened up a barrage of threes from Duncan. The 6-8 Aussie drilled five more howitzers in the second half to finish with seven.
Boise State quickly extended the lead to 45-30, taking the patient Falcons out of their game plan. Five different Broncos accounted for those 13 points during that run. Each time Air Force thought they had a run going, #13 discounted those thoughts with another three.
Duncan exploded for 23 points, while Marks rebounded for 13 second-half points. Igor Hadziomerovic had 11 points, and Rob Heyer used perfect shooting (2-2 three-pointers, 3-3 from the field, and 3-3 from the free throw line) to also contribute 11. Marks dished out five assists to tie L'Shard Anderson for fifth on the Boise State career assists list, and a steal allowed him to move into third place by himself with 186 career picks. The senior from Chicago, Illinois also scored five field goals to pass Steve Connor for sixth place for field goals in a season.
Duncan's amazing afternoon vaulted him from 12-8 in the single-season three-point list. He is 19 three-pointers away from Abe Jackson's school record of 92.
Marek Olesinski led four Falcons in double figures with 14 points, while Zach Kocur had 13 points and six rebounds, Hayden Graham chipped in with 13 points and five rebounds, and Trevor Lyons had 10 points.
Boise State will play the winner of today's Utah State-Wyoming game tomorrow night at 7 p.m. Mountain Time.
Career Assists:
1. 502 Steve Connor (1974-1978)
2. 463 Anthony Thomas (2006-2010)
3. 408 Coby Karl (2003-2007)
4. 392 Chris Childs (1985-1989)
5. 367 L'Shard Anderson (2008-2011)
5. 367 Derrick Marks (2011-current)
7. 347 Gerry Washington (1995-1999)
7. 343 Joe Skiffer (1999-2004)
8. 298 Bryan Defares 2000-2004)
10. 275 Doug Usitalo (1986-1988)
11. 249 C.J. Williams (1998-2003)
11. 249 Booker Nabors (2000-2004)
13. 246 Eric Lane (2003-2007)
14. 243 Terry Miller (1974-1976)
15. 241 Frank Jackson (1983-1985)
Career Steals:
1. 215 Chris Childs (1985-1989)
2. 196 L'Shard Anderson (2008-2011)
3. 186 Derrick Marks (2011-current)
4. 185 Doug Usitalo (1986-1988)
5. 179 Gerry Washington (1995-1999)
5. 179 Anthony Thomas (2006-2010)
7. 151 Bruce Bolden (1981-1985)
8. 145 Mike Tolman (1992-1993/1995-1998)
9. 138 Roberto Bergersen (1996-1999)
10. 132 Rawn Hayes (1981-1984)
11. 129 Damon Archibald (1992-1995)
12. 125 Kejuan Woods (1998-2001)
13. 107 Lance Vaughn (1989-1993)
Games Started:
1. 118 Chris Childs (1985-1989)
2. 111 Coby Karl (2003-2007)
2. 111 Jason Ellis (2003-2007)
4. 108 Steve Connor (1974-1978)
4. 108 Trent Johnson (1974-1978)
5. 107 Derrick Marks (2011-current)
6. 106 Tanoka Beard (1989-1993)
8. 105 Joe Skiffer (1999-2004)
9. 104 Ryan Watkins (2010-2014)
10. 101 Gerry Washington (1995-1999)
Field Goals, Season:
1. 244 Reggie Larry (2007-2008)
2. 231 John Coker (1993-1994)
3. 224 Roberto Bergersen (1998-1999)
4. 221 Ron Austin (1970-1971)
5. 217 Roberto Bergersen (1997-1998)
6. 215 Derrick Marks (2014-2015)
7. 211 Steve Connor (1977-1978)
8. 202 Matt Nelson (2007-2008)
9. 199 Tanoka Beard (1992-1993)
10. 197 Jermaine Blackburn (2004-2005)
11. 192 Bill Otey (1968-1969)
12. 188 Eric Bailey (1980-1981)
13. 187 Arnell Jones (1987-1988)
13. 187 Steve Connor (1975-1976)
Three-Point Field Goals, Season:
1. 92 Abe Jackson (2001-2002)
2. 84 Tyler Tiedeman (2007-2008)
2. 84 Jeff Elorriaga (2012-2013)
4. 83 Abe Jackson (2000-2001)
5. 80 Coby Karl (2006-2007)
5. 80 Anthony Drmic (2012-2013)
7. 77 Mike Tolman (1997-1998)
8. 73 Nick Duncan (2014-2015)
9. 72 Abe Jackson (1999-2000)
10. 71 Roberto Bergersen (1998-1999)
11. 70 Coby Karl (2005-2006)
11. 70 Jeff Elorriage (2013-2014)
13. 64 Derrick Marks (2014-2015)
14. 63 Gerry Washington (1998-1999)
15. 60 Roberto Bergersen (1997-1998)
15. 60 Joe Wyatt (1996-1997)
With Derrick Marks in foul trouble in the first half that limited him to only six minutes, Boise State turned to their long-range game, namely the three-point shot. Four Broncos nailed a collective five treys (2 from Nick Duncan and one each from James Webb III, Mikey Thompson and Rob Heyer) as Boise State took a 32-28 lead into the locker room.
Marks took charge in the paint in the second half, and, as the Falcons turned all their attention to him, it opened up a barrage of threes from Duncan. The 6-8 Aussie drilled five more howitzers in the second half to finish with seven.
Boise State quickly extended the lead to 45-30, taking the patient Falcons out of their game plan. Five different Broncos accounted for those 13 points during that run. Each time Air Force thought they had a run going, #13 discounted those thoughts with another three.
Duncan exploded for 23 points, while Marks rebounded for 13 second-half points. Igor Hadziomerovic had 11 points, and Rob Heyer used perfect shooting (2-2 three-pointers, 3-3 from the field, and 3-3 from the free throw line) to also contribute 11. Marks dished out five assists to tie L'Shard Anderson for fifth on the Boise State career assists list, and a steal allowed him to move into third place by himself with 186 career picks. The senior from Chicago, Illinois also scored five field goals to pass Steve Connor for sixth place for field goals in a season.
Duncan's amazing afternoon vaulted him from 12-8 in the single-season three-point list. He is 19 three-pointers away from Abe Jackson's school record of 92.
Marek Olesinski led four Falcons in double figures with 14 points, while Zach Kocur had 13 points and six rebounds, Hayden Graham chipped in with 13 points and five rebounds, and Trevor Lyons had 10 points.
Boise State will play the winner of today's Utah State-Wyoming game tomorrow night at 7 p.m. Mountain Time.
Career Assists:
1. 502 Steve Connor (1974-1978)
2. 463 Anthony Thomas (2006-2010)
3. 408 Coby Karl (2003-2007)
4. 392 Chris Childs (1985-1989)
5. 367 L'Shard Anderson (2008-2011)
5. 367 Derrick Marks (2011-current)
7. 347 Gerry Washington (1995-1999)
7. 343 Joe Skiffer (1999-2004)
8. 298 Bryan Defares 2000-2004)
10. 275 Doug Usitalo (1986-1988)
11. 249 C.J. Williams (1998-2003)
11. 249 Booker Nabors (2000-2004)
13. 246 Eric Lane (2003-2007)
14. 243 Terry Miller (1974-1976)
15. 241 Frank Jackson (1983-1985)
Career Steals:
1. 215 Chris Childs (1985-1989)
2. 196 L'Shard Anderson (2008-2011)
3. 186 Derrick Marks (2011-current)
4. 185 Doug Usitalo (1986-1988)
5. 179 Gerry Washington (1995-1999)
5. 179 Anthony Thomas (2006-2010)
7. 151 Bruce Bolden (1981-1985)
8. 145 Mike Tolman (1992-1993/1995-1998)
9. 138 Roberto Bergersen (1996-1999)
10. 132 Rawn Hayes (1981-1984)
11. 129 Damon Archibald (1992-1995)
12. 125 Kejuan Woods (1998-2001)
13. 107 Lance Vaughn (1989-1993)
Games Started:
1. 118 Chris Childs (1985-1989)
2. 111 Coby Karl (2003-2007)
2. 111 Jason Ellis (2003-2007)
4. 108 Steve Connor (1974-1978)
4. 108 Trent Johnson (1974-1978)
5. 107 Derrick Marks (2011-current)
6. 106 Tanoka Beard (1989-1993)
8. 105 Joe Skiffer (1999-2004)
9. 104 Ryan Watkins (2010-2014)
10. 101 Gerry Washington (1995-1999)
Field Goals, Season:
1. 244 Reggie Larry (2007-2008)
2. 231 John Coker (1993-1994)
3. 224 Roberto Bergersen (1998-1999)
4. 221 Ron Austin (1970-1971)
5. 217 Roberto Bergersen (1997-1998)
6. 215 Derrick Marks (2014-2015)
7. 211 Steve Connor (1977-1978)
8. 202 Matt Nelson (2007-2008)
9. 199 Tanoka Beard (1992-1993)
10. 197 Jermaine Blackburn (2004-2005)
11. 192 Bill Otey (1968-1969)
12. 188 Eric Bailey (1980-1981)
13. 187 Arnell Jones (1987-1988)
13. 187 Steve Connor (1975-1976)
Three-Point Field Goals, Season:
1. 92 Abe Jackson (2001-2002)
2. 84 Tyler Tiedeman (2007-2008)
2. 84 Jeff Elorriaga (2012-2013)
4. 83 Abe Jackson (2000-2001)
5. 80 Coby Karl (2006-2007)
5. 80 Anthony Drmic (2012-2013)
7. 77 Mike Tolman (1997-1998)
8. 73 Nick Duncan (2014-2015)
9. 72 Abe Jackson (1999-2000)
10. 71 Roberto Bergersen (1998-1999)
11. 70 Coby Karl (2005-2006)
11. 70 Jeff Elorriage (2013-2014)
13. 64 Derrick Marks (2014-2015)
14. 63 Gerry Washington (1998-1999)
15. 60 Roberto Bergersen (1997-1998)
15. 60 Joe Wyatt (1996-1997)
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Boise State Women Prevail Over 8 Seed San Jose State, 76-67
For the second straight night, Boise State played well down the stretch, and as a result, the Lady Broncos are headed to the Mountain West Conference championship game Friday night. Boise State put away pesky San Jose State 76-67 tonight in Las Vegas, as freshman Shalen Shaw scored 10 of her career-high 20 points in the final 4:07 of the game.
San Jose State was ahead for most of the game, but Coach Gordy Presnell's team finally caught the Spartans to take a 56-54 lead with 6:14 left. A three-pointer by Deanna Weaver followed by another trey from freshman Shaw put Boise State ahead 67-60, then Shaw came through again with baskets on Boise State's next two possessions to give the Broncos a 71-64.
San Jose State closed it to 71-67 with a three, but would get no closer than that, and Boise State iced it with free throws.
Brooke Pahukoa was another key factor in Boise State's comeback, hitting 19 points, including 7-8 from the free-throw line. Weaver had 11 points and 6 rebounds, while Camille Redmon had 8 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 blocked shots. Redmon extended her school record to 74 blocked shots this season.
The Broncos will meet the winner of tonight's Fresno State-New Mexico game in the championship game Friday night.
San Jose State was ahead for most of the game, but Coach Gordy Presnell's team finally caught the Spartans to take a 56-54 lead with 6:14 left. A three-pointer by Deanna Weaver followed by another trey from freshman Shaw put Boise State ahead 67-60, then Shaw came through again with baskets on Boise State's next two possessions to give the Broncos a 71-64.
San Jose State closed it to 71-67 with a three, but would get no closer than that, and Boise State iced it with free throws.
Brooke Pahukoa was another key factor in Boise State's comeback, hitting 19 points, including 7-8 from the free-throw line. Weaver had 11 points and 6 rebounds, while Camille Redmon had 8 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 blocked shots. Redmon extended her school record to 74 blocked shots this season.
The Broncos will meet the winner of tonight's Fresno State-New Mexico game in the championship game Friday night.
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Boise State Women Rout UNLV 64-46, Advance to Semifinals
The magic might be spreading from the men's team.
The Boise State women played an incredible second half to rip UNLV in Las Vegas, 64-46 in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Conference Tournament.
Boise State dominated the boards, 49-37, and point guard Yaiza Rodriguez played a near-perfect game with 15 points, eight rebounds, six assists and just one turnover. Miquelle Askew and Deanna Weaver chipped in with 11 points each. Camille Redmon led both teams with 12 rebounds.
Alana Cesarz had 14 points for UNLV while Danielle Miller added 13.
The Broncos will meet #8 seed San Jose State, which shocked #1 seed Colorado State earlier today, at 7 p.m. Mountain Time tomorrow.
The Boise State women played an incredible second half to rip UNLV in Las Vegas, 64-46 in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Conference Tournament.
Boise State dominated the boards, 49-37, and point guard Yaiza Rodriguez played a near-perfect game with 15 points, eight rebounds, six assists and just one turnover. Miquelle Askew and Deanna Weaver chipped in with 11 points each. Camille Redmon led both teams with 12 rebounds.
Alana Cesarz had 14 points for UNLV while Danielle Miller added 13.
The Broncos will meet #8 seed San Jose State, which shocked #1 seed Colorado State earlier today, at 7 p.m. Mountain Time tomorrow.
Bronco Women are headed to the semifinals
Boise State putting the finishing touches on an amazing second half--they'll beat home team UNLV and face upstart San Jose State tomorrow in the semifinals.
Monday, March 9, 2015
Boise State Ranked #25 in AP Poll
For the first time since 1988, Boise State is ranked in the Top 25 in college basketball. The news came this morning from the Associated Press, which placed Boise State at #25. The school record for the highest rank is when the 1987-88 Bronco team was #23.
http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/rankings/_/poll/1/week/18/seasontype/2
http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/rankings/_/poll/1/week/18/seasontype/2
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