Boise State Sets Program Records in 132-53 Win Over West Coast Baptist

Boise State Shatters Records in 132-53 Season Opener Rout

ExtraMile Arena saw history made Wednesday night as the Boise State Broncos dismantled the West Coast Baptist Eagles 132-53 in their season opener. The Arbiter reported the Broncos set single-game program records for points (132), field goals (51), rebounds (67), and margin of victory (79) in their 132-53 win over West Coast Baptist.

This wasn’t merely a victory; it was a declaration. The 79-point margin is the largest in Boise State’s history, surpassing the previous 77-point win against Life Pacific. The offensive onslaught was relentless, with eight Broncos reaching double-digit points, a new team record. This depth and dominance are what make this performance so significant as the team gears up for a tougher challenge against Butler.

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A Night of Firsts and Career Bests

The game was a symphony of career highs and historical firsts. Lithuania native Dovydas Butka led all scorers with a game-high 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting, adding nine rebounds and two assists. North Dakota State transfer Damari Wheeler-Thomas wasn’t far behind, contributing 17 points, five rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Bhan Buom scored 16 points, while forward Jerquarius Stanback secured his third career double-double with 15 points and a career-high 16 rebounds, also setting a new personal-best with four assists.

The Broncos’ scoring output was historic. Their 132 points eclipsed the previous program record of 126, set against Life Pacific in 2019. It was also the 37th time in program history that Boise State has scored 100+ points, with 24 of those coming under head coach Leon Rice. The team connected on 51 field goals, a record that shattered the previous high of 45 set against Montana Tech all the way back in 2007.

Student section at tipoff for Boise State’s season opener against West Coast Baptist. pic.twitter.com/D7Z5jUuvQS

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“I was really proud of our guys’ approach. Is there a ton of things that we can still get better at? Absolutely, and these guys know it, but I think we’re seeing some growth.” – Head Coach Leon Rice, The Arbiter

The Anatomy of a Rout

What made the blowout so complete was the Broncos’ multi-faceted dominance. The scoring began immediately, with a Spencer Ahrens dunk on the opening tip and a fastbreak layup by Julian Bowie just moments later. While the Eagles managed to score on a pair of free throws, Boise State quickly established a rhythm that the West Coast Baptist defense could not match.

By the five-minute mark, the Broncos had their first double-digit lead, fueled by an Aginaldo Neto free throw. The lead grew to 40 by halftime, showing their strong execution. As broncosports.com detailed, Boise State’s tenacious defense limited the Eagles to just seven field goals in the first half, forcing 12 turnovers and completely winning the rebound battle 33-8. West Coast Baptist shot a paltry 19% from three-point range while the Broncos shot 56% from the floor, scoring 15 of the final 16 points to take a commanding 69-26 lead into the break.

Damari Wheeler-Thomas vs. West Coast Baptist — Photo: broncosports.com

The second half was a continuation of the first. The Broncos opened with an 8-4 run to push their lead to double digits. With 19 seconds left in regulation, the margin ballooned to a staggering 80 points. The final stat line was a masterpiece of efficiency: 58% shooting from the floor, 67 rebounds, and a total of 27 assists compared to the Eagles’ 6.

“It was definitely in the timeouts. We kept saying, ‘just keep going, stay tight and keep doing us,’ and that’s what we did.” – Damari Wheeler-Thomas, The Arbiter

Beyond the Box Score: A Look Ahead

While the final score tells the story of a Broncos victory, the more important narrative lies in what this performance means for the team’s future. The massive win allowed Boise State to get valuable minutes for its bench players, an asset head coach Leon Rice will undoubtedly cherish as the schedule gets tougher. For players like Rayzhon Bergersen, who scored a career-high 11 points off the bench, and Julian Bowie, who set a career-high with 14 points, the game was a crucial opportunity to build chemistry and confidence.

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“Esepcially with guys getting more experience on the court, I feel like that can help us a lot,” forward Jerquarius Stanback said, highlighting the pragmatic benefit of such a lopsided victory.

The true test of this team’s potential will come on Sunday, November 8th, when the Broncos host the Butler Bulldogs from the Big East Conference. A game against an opponent like Butler will demand the same offensive firepower but against significantly higher defensive pressure. This season-opening rout, while historic, serves as a powerful statement and a perfect tune-up for the challenges ahead. The question now is whether this Boise State team can translate this historic performance into sustained success against one of the nation’s best conferences.