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 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Mention Boise, Idaho, around the country and, chances are, most people would think of a backwater stop in the middle of nowhere. In truth, it's the center of the vibrant, fast-growing Treasure Valley. The population of Boise and the surrounding area has reached about 500,000.
Boise State's football program is on the fast track, too, and its ambitions go beyond this season's Fiesta Bowl berth against Oklahoma.
"The reason I am excited about this is not necessarily the game," said coach Chris Petersen, whose Broncos are 12-0 entering next Monday's contest. "I am so excited because I want this momentum and fan support to grow and change our program. They are getting it done in Norman, Okla., and Lincoln, Neb. Boise, Idaho, is a pretty special town, too."
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