Bronco Volleyball Team Ready to Begin 2012 Season

The Boise State volleyball team is set to premiere its 2012 squad in a trio of games this weekend.  The Broncos travel to Seattle for a battle with the University of Washington Friday night at 8 p.m., Mountain time.  They'll stay in Seattle for a pair of games against Portland State and Gonzaga on Saturday.

Blue Through and Through will have a complete preview of the Lady Broncos later this week.

Boise State Announces Women's Basketball Schedule

The Boise State women's basketball team has scheduled 10 games with teams that played in the postseason last year, according to the schedule released by the team this morning.

Defending NCAA participants San Diego State, Fresno State and Idaho State make up five of those games as part of the Lady Broncos' 29-game schedule this year.  Syracuse, UNLV, the University of San Diego, the University of South Dakota and the University of Missouri-Kansas City all played in the NIT last season.

The nonconference home schedule includes: North Dakota State University (Nov. 13), Idaho State (Nov. 20), Eastern Washington University (Dec. 7), Carroll College (Dec. 9), University of Portland (Dec. 16), University of South Dakota (Dec. 22) and the College of Idaho (Jan. 2). In addition, there will be a home exhibition contest versus instate-school Lewis-Clark State College as part of a doubleheader on Friday, Nov. 2. 
The Mountain West Championship Tournament will be held at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nev., on the campus of UNLV March 12-16, 2013, with all nine teams advancing to the competition.  

Admission for Boise State home games is $6 for adults, $4 for children high school age or younger and $4 for senior citizens.  If you are planning on going to see several games, the Boise State All Sports Pass may be your best deal--it admits you to all Boise State games except football and men's basketball (or basketball doubleheaders).  For $50, you get access to all of the above.

The complete Bronco women's schedule is below:


DATE DAY OPPONENT TIME LOCATION
Nov. 2 Fri.  LEWIS-CLARK STATE - Doubleheader Exhibition TBA Taco Bell Arena
Nov. 9 Fri. at Utah Valley 7 pm Orem, Utah
Nov. 13 Tue.  NORTH DAKOTA STATE - Doubleheader 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Nov. 15 Thu. at Weber State 7 pm Ogden, Utah
Nov. 20 Tue.  IDAHO STATE 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Nov. 24 Sat. at San Francisco 3 pm San Francisco, Calif.
at AIR FORCE CLASSIC (Nov. 30 - Dec. 1)
Nov. 30 Fri. vs. San Diego  7:30 pm Colorado Springs, Colo.
Dec. 1 Sat. vs. UMKC  2 pm Colorado Springs, Colo.
Dec. 7 Fri.  EASTERN WASHINGTON 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Dec. 9 Sun.  CARROLL 2 pm  Taco Bell Arena
Dec. 16 Sun.  PORTLAND  2 pm Taco Bell Arena
Dec. 22 Sat.  SOUTH DAKOTA 1 pm Taco Bell Arena
Dec. 30 Sat. at Syracuse 11 am Syracuse, N.Y.
Jan. 2 Wed.  COLLEGE OF IDAHO 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Jan. 9 Wed.  WYOMING* 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Jan. 16 Wed. at New Mexico* 7 pm Albuquerque, N.M.
Jan. 19 Sat.  AIR FORCE* 2 pm Taco Bell Arena
Jan. 23 Wed. at Fresno State* 8 pm Fresno, Calif.
Jan. 26 Sat.  NEVADA* 2 pm Taco Bell Arena
Jan. 30 Wed.  COLORADO STATE* 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 2 Sat. at UNLV* 4 pm Las Vegas, Nev.
Feb. 6 Wed.  SAN DIEGO STATE* 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 9 Sat. at Wyoming* 2 pm Laramie, Wyo.
Feb. 16 Sat.  NEW MEXICO* 2 pm Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 20 Wed. at Air Force* 7 pm USAFA, Colo.
Feb. 23 Sat.  FRESNO STATE* 2 pm Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 27 Wed. at Nevada* 8 pm Reno, Nev.
March 3 Sat. at Colorado State* 2 pm Fort Collins, Colo.
March 6 Wed.  UNLV* 7 pm Taco Bell Arena
March 9 Sat. at San Diego State* 3 pm San Diego, Calif.
MOUNTAIN WEST TOURNAMENT (March 12-16)
March 12 Tue. First Round 8:30 pm Las Vegas, Nev.
March 14 Thu. Quarterfi nals   TBA Las Vegas, Nev.
March 15 Fri. Semifi nals   TBA Las Vegas, Nev.
March 16 Sat. Championship 8 pm Las Vegas, Nev.
Home Games are in BOLD  *Mountain West game All times are MOUNTAIN

Chamberlain Qualifies for U.S. World University Team

Boise State senior Jason Chamberlain downed 2012 NCAA Champion Frank Molinaro to win the freestyle 66 kg division at the World University Trials over the weekend and will represent the United States at the World University Games in Finland this October.  

Chamberlain qualified into the final after winning the University National Freestyle Championships in June.  Molinaro won the challenge bracket, advancing to the best-of-three final.  Chamberlain won the first period of the first round, 3-0 and earned the tiebreak of the second period. In round two, Molinari won the first period, 1-0, but Chamberlain won two consecutive periods (3-0m, 1-0) to earn his place on the American freestyle team.

Former Bronco Andrew Hochstrasser was one win away from the final in the 60 kg division.  Hochstrasser won his first to matches before losing to three-time All-American Jimmy Kennedy of Illinois in the Challenge Finals.  Adam Hall of Boise State was third at 66 kg.  Brian Owen wrestled in the same bracket as Hochstrasser, finishing 1-2 on the day.

Bronco Soccer Team Moves to 2-0

The exciting Boise State soccer team powered their way to a 4-1 win over North Dakota State to wrap up the Holiday Inn Classic at the Boas Tennis and Soccer Complex yesterday.

Katy Oehring booted her fourth career goal in the 13th minute, hitting a free kick just past the near post from 20 yards away.  It was the only goal of the first half, but the Broncos came out strong in the second, scoring three goals in less than 11 minutes.  Senior Lauren Hickok set up freshman Anna Popma with a volley that Popma sent in from five yards out, giving Popma her first collegiate goal.  Shannon Schuren scored in the 74th minute as she took a pass from Mandy Nader and let fly a 35-yarder that bounced over McCormick and into the net.  Hickok scored in the 82nd minute, set up by a booming kick by Ashley Hruby, which surprised the Bison defense.  Hickok was one-on-one with Bison goalkeeper Katie McCormick, and her goal made it 3-1.  

For the second game, the aggressive Broncos dominated, holding a 21-5 shot advantage.  

So Boise State won their tournament, and the Lady Broncos know that if they play aggressive, they have their best chance to win.  That's a strategy they can take to Pullman this Friday and beat Washington State with.

Boise State Soccer Team Starts Out the Season Right

One game.  One win.  One at a time girls.  This could be a special season for you but take a cue from the football team--don't get too high and don't get too low.

Junior Rebe Wolverton booted in the game-winner in the 67th minute, finishing a great pass from Tylyn Hughes as Boise State edged New Mexico State 1-0 at the Boas Tennis and Soccer Complex yesterday.

The Broncos were the aggressors throughout, getting seven shots in the first half, but it was Wolverton's kick to start out the second half that found the net, the fourth goal of Rebe's career.  New Mexico State had a chance to tie in the 88th minute with a free kick but a wall of Bronco defenders blocked the shot.  

Talented freshman Anna Popma proved her worth right away, leading the team with four shots.  Her shot in the 28th minute just hit the crossbar.  Sophomore Maddy McDevitt earned the win in the net for Coach Steve Lewis's Broncos. 

"That was a good showing by the entire team," said head coach Steve Lucas. "It's a great way to start the season and gives us some momentum heading into Sunday but we know we still have things we can improve on and work to do in order to get to where we want to be."

Boise State faces North Dakota State tomorrow afternoon in the final game of the Holiday Inn Classic.  The Bison lost to Idaho State 3-2 in overtime yesterday.

Bronco Soccer Team Kicks Off 2012 Season

A few weeks ago, Blue Through and Through gave you a detailed look at the 2012 Boise State soccer team and told you there's plenty of talent on the squad.  This weekend, Coach Steve Lucas's team opens the season by hosting the Holiday Inn Classic at the Boas Tennis and Soccer Complex off of Boise Avenue in Boise.

Boise State meets New Mexico State tomorrow at 6 p.m. and has a match scheduled against North Dakota State Sunday at 2 p.m.  Idaho State will also be participating in the Classic but will not face Boise State.  

Tickets are just $6 for adults and $4 for youth and seniors.  Members of the military, veterans, police, firefighters or first responders received the group rate of $4 each.

Boise State Volleyball Team Picked to Finish 7th

The Boise State volleyball team is practicing for the fall season and got extra
inspiration when the Mountain West coaches selected them 7th in a preseason poll.
Blue Through and Through will have a complete look at the Lady Broncos soon!


2012 MOUNTAIN WEST PRESEASON COACHES' POLL 

Pl.      Team (1st place votes)    Points 
1.      Colorado State (8) . . . . . . . 80
2.      San Diego State . . . . . . . . 69
3.      Wyoming (1) . . . . . . . . . . . 66
4.      Fresno State . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5.      UNLV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.      New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . .  40
7.      Boise State . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
8.      Nevada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9.      Air Force . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11

Boise State's Mountain West Conference Basketball Schedule

DATE	DAY	OPPONENT	LOCATION
Jan. 9	Wednesday	at Wyoming	Laramie, Wyo.
Jan. 16	Wednesday	New Mexico	Taco Bell Arena
Jan. 19	Saturday	at Air Force	USAFA, Colo.
Jan. 23	Wednesday	Fresno State	Taco Bell Arena
Jan. 26	Saturday	at Nevada	Reno, Nev.
Jan. 30	Wednesday	at Colorado State	Fort Collins, Colo.
Feb. 2	Saturday	UNLV	Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 6	Wednesday	at San Diego State	San Diego
Feb. 9	Saturday	Wyoming	Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 16	Saturday	at New Mexico	Albuquerque, N.M.
Feb. 20	Wednesday	Air Force	Taco Bell Arena
Feb. 23	Saturday	at Fresno State	Fresno, Calif.
Feb. 27	Wednesday	Nevada	Taco Bell Arena
March 2	Saturday	Colorado State	Taco Bell Arena
March 6	Wednesday	at UNLV	Las Vegas
March 9	Saturday	San Diego State	Taco Bell Arena

Shea McClellin Causes Terror in NFL Debut

Former Boise State star Shea McClellin had a sack on the first series of his first NFL exhibition game with the Chicago Bears, sacking the Denver Bronco QB.  He also clogged up the middle repeatedly, forcing his opponent to be flagged for holding, and nearly caused an interception.  Great debut for Shea in limited duty.

Felix Pulls Out of Decathlon

We have a breaking story in Idaho and unfortunately, not a good one.

Kurt Felix, who was in 12th place after Day One of the decathlon at the Summer Olympics in London, has withdrawn from competition.  Felix tweaked a hamstring during the running of the 400 meters yesterday and, although his coach indicated he would be fine, has dropped out of the London games.

Best of luck on healing, Kurt, and with the experience in London, you'll be more than prepared for 2016!  We're proud of all you've accomplished!

Bronco Volleyball Team Begins Fall Camp

Coach Shawn Garus welcomed 15 student-athletes to the opening of volleyball practice yesterday, in preparation for the opener August 24 in Seattle, Washington.  

The Lady Broncos will go through three daily training sessions to get ready for the upcoming season.  Blue Through and Through will feature a detailed look at the 2012 Broncos in the next few days.

Young Promoted to Assistant Coach

Boise State alumnus Alisha Young has been promoted to Assistant Coach of the Bronco volleyball team by head coach Shawn Garus.  Young served as a volunteer assistant last fall before being hired as director of operations this past spring.  Young replaces Skydra Orzen, who left the program for other opportunities.

Young will train the middle blockers, be in charge of the video program, assist with day-to-day operations, and help out with the team's outreach/community service activities, clinics, tournaments and camps.

Alisha was an all-conference performer and academic honoree from 2007-2010, finishing second all-time in career points with 1,271.5 and ninth in kills with 1,055.  Young set the school record for points in a season in 2010 with 524.5.
   

Felix in 12th after Day One of Summer Olympics Decathlon Standings

Standings

Intermediate

Rank	Bib	Athlete	Points	+
1	3214	EATON Ashton	4661	+
2	3220	HARDEE Trey	4441	+
3	1301	WARNER Damian	4386	+
4	3132	KASYANOV Oleksiy	4346	+
5	1140	VAN ALPHEN Hans	4342	+
6	1482	SUAREZ Leonel	4265	+
7	2834	SVIRIDOV Sergey	4246	+
8	2268	KARPOV Dmitriy	4241	+
9	1898	FREIMUTH Rico	4206	+
10	2549	SINTNICOLAAS Eelco	4144	+
11	2778	COERTZEN Willem	4142	+
12	2004	FELIX Kurt	4142	+
13	1164	MIKHAN Eduard	4121	+
14	1223	DE ARAUJO Luiz Alberto	4117	+
15	1893	BEHRENBRUCH Pascal	4108	+
16	2610	NEWDICK Brent	4104	+
17	1760	MAYER Kevin	4099	+
18	2425	DRAUDVILA Darius	4090	+
19	1469	GARCIA Yordani	4086	+
20	2411	ADDY Jangy	4081	+
21	2552	VOS Ingmar	4056	+
22	2828	SHKURENEV Ilya	4038	+
23	1335	BARROILHET Gonzalo	3962	+
24	1910	KNOBEL Jan Felix	3938	+
25	2387	ERINS Edgars	3893	+
26	2240	USHIRO Keisuke	3848	+
27	2050	SZABO Attila	3846	+
28	3328	ARTIKOV Rifat	3661	+
	2948	DUDAS Mihail	DNF	+
	1799	AWDE Daniel	DNF	+
	1523	SEBRLE Roman	DNF	+