Comments on: Dailey named color guy for BSU games

By: Buster Bronco

Buster Bronco — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 03:41:39 +0000

I recommend the following publications for Mr. Behler and others interested in Boise State history or wishing to gain a little perspective:
Barrett, Glen. Boise State University: Searching for Excellence, 1932-1984. Boise: BSU. 230 pages with bibliography. Also available in the circulating collection: LD2307.I22B37

Chaffee, Eugene B. Boise College: An Idea Grows. Boise: Syms-York. 1970. 273 pages with bibliography. Also available in the circulating collection: LD2307.I22C48

Ourada, Patricia K. The Broncos: A History of Boise State_University Athletics, 1932-1994. Boise: BSU. 1994. Also available in the circulating collection: GV691.B62094 1994

Hershey, Mary T. History of Boise Junior College. 1955. 44 pages. Spec Coll LD2307.I22H3

Keiser, John. Be a Leader. 1993. 190 pages. Archives LD2307.I22K45 1993

Oliver, Henry Lincoln. Boise State University: The First Fifty_Years. PhD. Diss., Washington State University. 1983. 154 pages. Also available in the circulating collection: LD2307.I22O4

Interviews of former faculty members (Oral history collections)

President’s scrapbooks of newspaper clippings, 1933-1968 (RG 5.0)

Subject files of clippings, photocopied documents, and other materials on university history created by Professor Glen Barrett (MSS 66)

Index of articles in the Idaho Statesman pertaining to Boise State University, 1984-present.

Despite what one thought of Paul J.’s talent as a broadcaster, his knowledge of BSU history, which, I concede, he earned by experience, gave him perspective and credibility in this market. This is the same credibility and respect given to Tom Scott, Dee Sarton, Mark Johnson, Carolyn Holly, Jon & Chris, and a few others in this media market. But, I guess my brother and I are the only ones who appreciated a little perspective and credibility in the sports and information we partake in.

By: Knows Don's Dad

Knows Don's Dad — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:33:44 +0000

So Bronco, Guess this negates your offer to tutor Behler…unless you feel the need to teach Jadon about Boise State football (which you probably do).

By: Alaska Ray

Alaska Ray — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:46:38 +0000

Great choice Peak Broadcasting! You are making some smart moves so far.

By: adam

adam — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:51:50 +0000

Personally, I don’t listen to a game to hear a history lesson. I listen to the game because I want to know what’s going on in the game. Paul J may have known plenty of BSU history, but his actual play-by-play skills left a lot to be desired.

By: mitch pruitte

mitch pruitte — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:50:59 +0000

As a BSU alum, the history and tradition of the Broncos is important to me, but not my first choice in a game broadcast. After a few seasons Behler and Dailey will find their rhythm and will be fine I’m sure. What I’m hoping for is that they offer an exciting, accurate depiction of what’s happening on the field, and perhaps a little insight into the thought process on the sidelines. Cover tradition in the pre-game for now.
Paul J. is my friend, and he had a GREAT run, but even good things end, hard to take as that might be. Give the new guys a a chance, help them rather than diss them and maybe there will be a new “tradition” starting at BSU.

By: Buster Bronco

Buster Bronco — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:05:57 +0000

Peak had to hire Dailey to make up for the loss of knowledge and historical background that was lost and Peak knew it had to have in order to have any market credibility.
I wish Behler & Dailey the best of luck. Study of on history & tradition, boys. You will be needing it.