BOISE, Idaho – Boise State Athletics has officially opened its premium seating waitlist and sales process for the North End Zone project, athletic director Jeramiah Dickey announced Wednesday. The design process, which began in 2023, is entering its final phase of development.
Pending final approvals as part of the design build process, construction will begin in early 2025 with a targeted completion date prior to the 2026 Bronco football season.
Information about North End Zone premium seating options, including renderings, can be found at BroncoSports.com/NorthEndZone. Fans interested in securing priority through the sales process are encouraged to submit an interest form by July 15.
"The response from our market study this past December and the growing waitlist for club seats, loge boxes, and suites, was overwhelmingly positive and will now be realized," said Dickey. "This project will also add concessions, restrooms, and functional space to serve all 350 plus Bronco student-athletes."
The North End Zone Project will add approximately 1,600 seats and feature 12 field level suites, 44 loge boxes, 148 ledge seats, 882 club seats with all-inclusive food and beverage amenities on game days. The project includes club and terrace spaces that will also be utilized on non-game days, including a Training Table and nutrition center for all student-athletes to provide the fuel and education they need to best position them for success on and off the field. Future phases of the project will include build outs of a new football recruiting lounge and a new visitors locker room.
Additional restrooms, mobile concession kiosks, an open-air sports bar and lounge area, and wider concourses will provide all fans with an improved game day experience through increased ingress/egress efficiency and greater concourse movement.
"Premium seating is a great way to take a leadership role in supporting all Bronco student-athletes and secure a prime location to participate in the dynamic atmosphere and unique experiences provided at Albertsons Stadium," said Dickey. "Based on the waitlist we have today, we anticipate many of our premium seating areas to be sold out quickly."
The new seating options will bring fans even closer to the field-of-play and deliver enhanced amenities, and comfortable spaces where Bronco Nation can come together to celebrate one of the best atmospheres in college football, featuring a team entrance to the stadium through its state of the art field-level club.
"Bronco Nation has created such an impactful home-field advantage at Albertsons Stadium and this project will just enhance that experience," said Boise State head football coach Spencer Danielson. "It will also be the next step in providing resources for all of our student-athletes, as well as benefit all of our fans. With the passion that we see come from the fans every weekend, I know Bronco Nation will respond as enthusiastically as on gameday."
Priority for selecting premium seating options will be based upon capital commitments toward the North End Zone Project. Capital commitments are payable over a maximum of five years, with the first installment due December 2024. Ticket holders may increase their commitment amount or pay up-front/over a shorter time period to increase their priority.
In October, a $150 million fundraising goal was announced for the Athletics pillar for Unbridled. The Campaign for Boise State, the most ambitious philanthropic and alumni engagement campaign in the university's history, which runs through 2028.
Additional information can be found at BroncoSports.com/NorthEndZone.
Before construction begins, the Broncos will be vying for another Mountain West Championship when the season kicks off in August. Boise State has one of the most appealing home schedules in school history this fall, with home games set against Portland State (Sept. 21), Washington state (Sept. 28), Utah State (Oct. 5), San Diego State (Nov. 2), Nevada (Nov. 9) and Oregon State (Nov. 30).
Season tickets and season flex passes for the 2024 season are on sale now! Mini plans will be announced in the coming weeks, away game tickets will go on sale in mid-June, and single game home tickets will go on sale in late July. For links to purchase tickets and general ticket information, visitbroncosports.com/tickets.
Led by Spencer Danielson in his first full season, Boise State looks to become the first Mountain West program to win back-to-back championships since San Diego State did so in 2015-16. Achieving such a feat will put Boise State in the discussion for the new, expanded, 12-team College Football Playoff format beginning this fall. Last year, Danielson became the first coach in college football history to win a conference championship with an interim title.
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| What: | Transformation of the North End Zone at Albertsons Stadium with a permanent structure to further define, enrich and elevate the fan and student-athlete experience at Boise State. |
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| When: | Estimated construction and completion dates are contingent upon approval from the Idaho State Board of Education and are subject to change. |
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| Seating: | Approximately 1,600 seats which includes the following: |
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| Capacity: | Once the North End Zone Project is complete, the estimated capacity will be approximately 35,500. |
| Hospitality: | Premium seat holders will enjoy two hospitality spaces with all-inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverages and unprecedented access to the new pregame player tunnel. |
| Prices: | Prices for premium seating in the North End Zone reflect input from the market study conducted in December 2023. |
| Managed: | AES in partnership with Boise State Athletics under the direction of the State of Idaho. |
| Design: | Andersen Construction, HOK Architects, Opsis Design Team |
| Cost: | Approximately $65M |
| Funding: | Combination of revenue streams to be finalized by the fall of 2024. |
Q: Where is the location of the project?
A: The North End Zone Project will be built on the north side of Albertsons Stadium.
Q: When will construction officially begin? When will it open?
A: Groundbreaking is expected to occur in January 2025 with an anticipated completion of August 2026.
Q: Who should I contact if I am interested in the new North End Zone premium options?
A: Please submit an interest form by July 15, 2024. A Bronco Athletic Association team member will contact you directly to provide more information and answer any questions you may have.
Q: How are current north end zone season ticket members affected by construction?
A: Seating will not be impacted for the 2024 season. Athletic Ticket Office staff is available to assist all north end zone season ticket members with reviewing alternative seating options at (208) 426-4737. Bronco Nation drives our home-field advantage, and we understand that affordability is crucial to our fans. While a season ticket option in the north end zone will no longer be available when construction begins in 2025, 12,711 seats received price reductions in 2024 to provide more accessible options.
Q: Will the Broncos still play in Albertsons Stadium during construction?
A: Yes, construction is not expected to impact the ability of Boise State to play at Albertsons Stadium.
Q: Will the North End Zone Project enclose the entire seating bowl?
A: Yes.
Q: How will project impact ADA seating?
A: ADA accessible seating is located throughout the stadium on all levels and provisions have been made for spectators with mobility issues who do not fit the disabled criteriA:
Q: What is the range of pricing for new premium options?
A: Prices for premium seating in the North End Zone reflect input from the market study conducted in December 2023.
Q: Is parking included with a north end zone premium seating purchase?
A: In consideration of estimated construction approvals and timelines, parking accommodations will be determined during the seat selection process in fall 2024.
Q: How will multi-year capital commitments be managed?
A: Multi-year capital commitments will require signed contracts that are payable over a maximum of five years.
Q: Are north end zone concessions, restrooms, and other amenities exclusive to north end zone season ticket members?
A: Concessions, bars, restrooms and other amenities located inside the two hospitality spaces will be exclusive to north end zone season ticket members. Additional concessions, bars and restrooms located on the north end zone concourse will be accessible to all fans.
Q: Will parking be impacted during construction?
A: Parking will not be impacted during the 2024 season. Some parking may be affected when construction begins and will be determined at a later date.
Q: What is the timeline of the project?
A: Construction is estimated at 16 months. Groundbreaking is projected to occur in January 2025 pending approval from the Idaho State Board of Education with an anticipated completion of August 2026.
Q: How do I keep track of the construction?
A: Interest form submissions and Bronco Athletic Association members will receive updates and reminders regarding project timelines as they become available. An active feed with press releases regarding the project can be found in the "What's Next" section of the North End Zone Project webpage at BroncoSports.com.
Q: Where will the band be located?
A: Keith Stein Marching Band will be located in section 31 and 131 in the southeast corner of the stadium beginning in 2025.
Q: How will this affect capacity at Albertsons Stadium?
A: Once the North End Zone Project is complete, the estimated capacity will be 35,500 (subject to change).
Q: Will the project impact existing tailgating?
A: We understand that tailgating is a treasured tradition for many fans. With stadium construction, we do anticipate traditional tailgating opportunities, as well as other pre-event festivities surrounding the stadium that will provide an engaging, first-class fan experience that can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages.
Q: What is the What's Next Initiative?
A: The What's Next Initiative is a strategic roadmap to enhance the trajectory and sustainability of Bronco Athletics for years to come. As the landscape of college athletics continues to shift, the What's Next Initiative provides a multi-year plan to position Boise State as a leader in the industry by strengthening four key areas: infrastructure, revenue generation, student-athlete experience and marketability.
The What's Next Initiative prioritizes facility enhancements, such as the Albertsons Stadium North End Zone Project and Arguinchona Basketball Complex renovation and student-athlete programs. Updating and enhancing athletics facilities ensures that Boise State student-athletes have access to state-of-the-art resources, creating an environment that promotes their physical, mental, and professional development, fostering their competitive spirit, and fueling their drive for success.
Q: What is UNBRIDLED: The Campaign for Boise State?
A: UNBRIDLED: The Campaign for Boise State - the most ambitious philanthropic and alumni engagement campaign in the university's history, was launched in October 2023. From groundbreaking research to more opportunities for students, the campaign advances key priorities at the university level and for each college, school and unit to help meet the unique challenges of the time. The campaign priorities are grounded in the institution's mission and include the following:
- Student Success and Access: Endowed Scholarships and True Blue Scholarships
- Relentless Faculty Innovation: Endowed Faculty
- Athletics: Positioned for What's Next
Fans excited about the future vision of Bronco Athletics are encouraged to purchase season tickets, join the BAA members or review the multiple philanthropic options available through the Bronco Athletic Association.
All images are for graphic purposes only, and do not depict or represent actual finishes. Boise State University reserves the right to change, add, and/ or exclude architectural design features, finishes, furniture, and fixtures at any time. These images do not infer or suggest a binding agreement on the final execution and appearance of the building.
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