Boise State’s famous blue turf is getting a new neighbor.
On Tuesday afternoon, Boise State Athletics announced a sponsorship agreement with Progressive Insurance that will place the company’s logo directly beneath the giant blue and orange Bronco head at the center of Albertsons Stadium. The field is brand-new, and now it will carry a corporate mark alongside one of college football’s most recognizable visuals.
The Broncos are one of 13 schools nationwide to strike a deal with Progressive, and the only one outside a Power Four conference. The full list includes Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas State, Ole Miss, Oregon, Purdue, SMU, Syracuse, Texas Tech, USC, and Wake Forest.
“... Integrating Progressive in an intentional and strategic way on The Blue was important to all of those involved,” Boise State Athletic Director Jeramiah Dickey said in a news release.
“This is about making an investment in the future of our student-athletes and Boise State Athletics,” he continued.
The university did not disclose how much money is attached to the sponsorship.
Progressive’s footprint at Albertsons Stadium won’t stop with the field logo. The company will also show up in in-game videoboard messages, in-venue LED signage, digital and social media integrations, and other game-day experiences.
“Sponsorships like this are an important part of creating a sustainable future for Boise State Athletics,” said Landon Day, vice president and general manager of Bronco Sports Properties. “Progressive’s investment provides Boise State with additional resources to continue elevating the game-day experience for Bronco Nation while supporting the department’s long-term growth.”
Bronco Sports Properties serves as the multimedia rights holder and marketing arm for Boise State Athletics.
Along with Progressive’s logo, Boise State’s blue turf will also feature a pair of all-white Pac-12 logos and two Albertsons Stadium logos. Fans will see the new setup for the first time when Boise State hosts Memphis on Sept. 12 in the second game of the season.
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