11/02/09

BOISE, Idaho (AP) _ Boise State will host the 2012 NCAA Division
I Men's and Women's National Indoor Track and Field Championships.

The university announced Monday that the March event will be
held at the Jackson Track at the Idaho Center in Nampa.

The Idaho Statesman reported Monday that it will be Boise
State's first time to host the event. Bronco Stadium played hosted
the NCAA National Outdoor Track and Field Championships in 1994 and
1999.

Holly Sheilley, chair of the Division I Men's and Women's Track
and Field Committee, says the Jackson Track has a good reputation
and is known for its ability to draw good crowds.

Boise State coach J.W. Hardy says it's an honor to host the
championships and he looks forward to seeing Jackson Track
showcased on a national stage.
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Information from: Idaho Statesman, http://www.idahostatesman.com


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