The End Of An Era

Today marked a sadness in the history of Boise State Football. It appears the end of an era is at hand.

Boise State did not renew its contract with KBOI Radio and the upcoming season will be broad cast through competitor KIDO. Ending a 35 year affiliation not only with the radio station, but also with Paul J. the voice of the Bronco's since 1973.

Today Bronco nation is divided by this issue, most myself included wanting the new press box named after Paul and for him to broadcast the first game of the season.

Was it the right thing to do? It was business and had very little to do with Paul J. Kido came out with a better bid. They have broadcasting power that KBOI doesn`t. they will be able to provide the Broncos with a broader listening audience which translates into more cash as well as more potential recruits. Yet in spite of these advantages our A.D. who last week could walk on water is nor considered by many as John Wilkes Booth.

I have no doubt that Gene Bleymier experienced one of the most conflicted decisions he has made in his tenure at Boise State. Sadly he did the right thing, doing what was best for the Broncos and in the future.

That is why he is paid the big bucks and is the decision maker, he did what was best for the Broncos, not what would be the most popular decision.

Hopefully after the shock wears off people will see this and that Gene did what he saw as best for Boise State.