The inaugural Snake River Invitational basketball tournament is set to unfold in Idaho Falls from November 27 through November 29, bringing together Boise State, Drake, North Texas and North Dakota State in a showcase of early‑season college hoops.
A New Tradition Takes Shape
Boise State has a familiar footprint in the Gem State, having played in Idaho Falls each of the past three seasons and emerging victorious in all three encounters against Saint Mary’s, a record that adds a layer of anticipation to this year’s event.
The format features two games per day, with Boise State slated to appear in the second contest each day, allowing the Broncos to build momentum before the tournament’s concluding matches.
Organizers say the competition is more than a sporting spectacle; they envision it as a catalyst for highlighting Idaho Falls’ community spirit and driving regional economic activity during the Thanksgiving weekend.
Tickets for the event go on sale starting at $44.90 per day, with premium pricing reaching $67.55, and will be hosted at the Mountain America Center, a venue that has previously helped Boise State secure NCAA Tournament berths.
For North Texas, fresh from a recent NCAA Tournament appearance, and North Dakota State, fresh off a 27‑win season that ended in a tournament loss, the invitational offers a chance to test early‑season form against a Boise State squad that consistently leverages home‑court success to fuel deep postseason runs.