To: Dr. Marlene Tromp, President of Boise State University

To: Jeramiah Dickey, Athletic Director of Boise State University
Date: March 6, 2025

Subject: Immediate Reinstatement of Division I Baseball at Boise State University

Dear Dr. Tromp and Mr. Dickey,

We, the undersigned students, alumni, faculty, fans, and supporters of Boise State University, respectfully petition your leadership to reinstate the Boise State University Division I baseball program with immediate effect. The discontinuation of this storied program in 2020 left a void in our university’s athletic legacy, community pride, and opportunities for student-athletes. We believe that bringing back Division I baseball aligns with Boise State’s commitment to excellence, growth, and fostering a vibrant campus culture.

Boise State University has a proud tradition of competitive athletics, and baseball was once a cornerstone of that identity. The Broncos baseball program, prior to its elimination, provided a platform for talented athletes to compete at the highest collegiate level, contributed to the university’s national visibility, and strengthened community ties in Boise and beyond. Its absence has diminished the diversity of athletic opportunities available to students and deprived the university of a sport with deep regional and cultural significance in the Mountain West.

We recognize the financial and logistical challenges that led to the program’s suspension. However, with Boise State’s continued growth, robust donor support, and the leadership of President Tromp and Athletic Director Dickey, we are confident that the university is now in a position to restore this program. Reinstatement would not only honor the legacy of past players and coaches but also attract new talent, boost enrollment, and enhance the university’s reputation as a premier Division I institution.

We, the petitioners, urge you to:

1. Reinstate the Boise State University Division I baseball program for the upcoming academic year.
2. Allocate sufficient funding to ensure the program’s competitiveness within the PAC-12
3. Engage with stakeholders—including alumni, current students, and the Boise community—to build a sustainable foundation for the program’s success.

The return of Division I baseball would reaffirm Boise State’s commitment to providing comprehensive athletic opportunities and fostering school spirit. We respectfully request a formal response to this petition and a clear timeline for the program’s reinstatement by no later than April 30, 2025.

Thank you for your leadership and dedication to Boise State University. We look forward to working together to bring Bronco baseball back to its rightful place on campus.