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The Fall of a Football Titan | Boise News
After 30 years at the helm, Boise State’s longtime athletic director Gene Bleymaier was ousted in 2011 amid NCAA fallout over recruiting violations — but his legacy speaks volumes. He transformed a Division I-AA football program into a national powerhouse, oversaw iconic facility upgrades like the blue turf and Taco Bell Arena, launched the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl, and guided basketball to NCAA glory under Bobby Dye. Even as football soared with coaches like Petersen, Bleymaier remained quietly focused on building the department’s foundation — a dedication honored with his 2022 Hall of Fame…
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