2026 Life in Idaho Area Guide Sample

Boise Hawks Baseball

The Boise Hawks bring a classic American baseball

experience to Memorial Stadium in Garden City during the

spring and summer. With a fun, family-friendly atmosphere

and strong community involvement, a Hawks game is a

great outing for all ages.

Idaho Steelheads Hockey

The Idaho Steelheads semi-pro team offers high-energy

hockey action at Idaho Central Arena in Boise. Known for

their competitive style and history of success, including

playoff runs and Kelly Cup finals appearances, Steelheads

games are a thrill!

Idaho Horsemen

The Idaho Horsemen deliver fast-paced, high-energy

football at the Idaho Center in Nampa. With intense action

and a unique indoor football experience, their games are a

hit for families and fans.

SPORTS

Boise Pro Soccer - USL Men’s and Women’s Team

Professional soccer is coming to Idaho’s Treasure Valley

soon, with plans for men’s and women’s teams to join USL

League One and the USL Super League, respectively. Boise

Pro Soccer, led by a locally rooted ownership group, secured

a 27-acre site at Expo Idaho to develop a soccer-specific

stadium and sports complex.

High School Sports

High school sports are a big deal in Boise, with strong

community support for football, soccer, basketball, and

more. These games showcase local talent and bring people

together in true community spirit.

Game On: A Guide

to Local Sports

Boise State Broncos

For college sports fans, the Boise

State Broncos are a nationally-

recognized program. Their football

games at Albertsons Stadium, with

the famous blue turf, are exciting

citywide with tailgating and a lively

downtown after the game. Boise

State recently accepted an invitation

to join the Pac-12 conference in 2026.

The men’s basketball team has also

gained momentum in recent years,

with a string of winning seasons and

NCAA Tournament berths. Attending

basketball games at ExtraMile Arena

is a raucous time with an excited

crowd.

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