COMMENTS FROM AROUND THE MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE

Air Force Academy
“We welcome Boise State and think they will make a great addition to the Mountain West Conference.” ~ Air Force Director of Athletics Dr. Hans Mueh

“Boise State adds to the desire of the presidents, athletic directors and coaches from the universities of the Mountain West Conference who want the additional dollars and exposure which comes with an automatic BCS bid. Boise State has large and explosive athletes that will fit with the many football players at current MWC universities that will eventually be drafted by the NFL.” ~ Air Force Head Football Coach Troy Calhoun

“The Mountain West Conference is an outstanding basketball league and, with the addition of Boise State, has just gotten stronger.” ~ Air Force Head Men’s Basketball Coach Jeff Reynolds

University of New Mexico
“There is no doubt the addition of Boise State strengthens the membership of the Mountain West Conference.  Most people know about Broncos football, which has been among the nation’s best for the past decade, but they really have a strong athletics program across the board.  They won the overall sports title in the Western Athletic Conference this season and currently rank 58th in the Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup. They also have a very strong APR.” ~ Paul Krebs, UNM Vice President for Athletics

“The Mountain West Conference showed its commitment to getting a BCS bid with the addition of Boise State.  Boise State enhances the MWC from a football standpoint and strengthens our push for national recognition.  BSU, with its two BSC bowl appearances, adds validity to an already strong conference and we look forward to playing them on a regular basis.” ~ Mike Locksley, New Mexico head football coach

“Adding Boise State is great for football.  Consequently, it’s a plus in the MWC’s pursuit of landing an automatic bid into the BCS.” ~ Steve Alford, New Mexico head men’s basketball coach

University of Utah
"We are excited to have Boise State join us in the Mountain West Conference and I am very supportive of the decision reached by our league presidents. Boise State is a wonderful addition and makes sense on many fronts. The MWC has made big inroads in establishing a national presence and adding Boise State will help keep our league keep moving in that positive direction." ~ Utah Director of Athletics Dr. Chris Hill

"We view the addition of Boise State as a positive move. They have an exceptional program and will strengthen the position of the Mountain West Conference on a national level." ~ Utah Football Coach Kyle Whittingham

University of Wyoming
“We’re delighted to have such a competitive athletic program join the Mountain West Conference,” said Buchanan. “Boise State has an especially strong football program, and that’s going to be a great attraction for Cowboy football fans now every year. We look forward to competing with the Broncos in every sport.” ~ University of Wyoming President Tom Buchanan