The Rise of the Broncos: Boise State Softball’s Championship Arc 2025 Is Just Getting Started

Boise State Softball isn’t just having a good season. They’re building a legacy.

Heading into the Mountain West Championship, the Broncos have transformed into one of the most complete, explosive, and confident teams in the nation. With record-setting individual performances and a team-wide refusal to break under pressure, Boise State looks every bit like a program on the cusp of something historic.

Here are five reasons the Broncos are built to make a serious postseason run.

1. Sophia Knight: At the Center of It All

Sophomore center fielder Sophia Knight is doing things no Bronco, and few NCAA players, have ever done.

She leads the nation in hits and carries a .532 batting average, setting new program and Mountain West Conference records along the way. Knight’s consistency and presence at the top of the lineup set the tone for Boise State’s offense every game. Her impact is felt in every at-bat, every rally, and every momentum shift.

2. Makenzie Butt: A Freshman With Veteran Power

It’s rare for a freshman to dominate at the plate and anchor a defense. Makenzie Butt is doing both.

She’s launched 21 home runs and driven in 74 RBIs—both single-season Boise State records. Nationally, she ranks second in RBIs and tied for fifth in home runs, leading all freshmen in both categories. Her OPS of 1.342 speaks to her all-around threat at the plate, while a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage at first base adds elite-level defense to her resume.

3. Lineup Depth and Offensive Firepower

Boise State is one of the most dangerous offensive teams in the country. The numbers speak for themselves:

• 330 total runs over 40 games (8.25 runs per game)

• .358 team batting average

• .608 slugging percentage

• 68 home runs, more than double their opponents’ combined total

This isn’t a team relying on one or two stars. It’s a complete lineup with power, speed, and the ability to take over a game in any inning.

4. Clutch Performance in Critical Moments

When it matters most, the Broncos deliver.

In a recent series win over Utah State, Sydney Groves ripped a bases-clearing double in the sixth inning to fuel a comeback victory. It’s one of several late-game moments Boise State has capitalized on this season. With multiple players in double digits for home runs and a lineup that thrives under pressure, the Broncos have consistently shown they can close.

5. Defense and Discipline

Offense might get the headlines, but Boise State’s defense has been sharp down the stretch.

The Broncos have committed just two errors in their last five games and continue to post strong fielding numbers across the board. Butt remains flawless at first base, and the pitching staff has held opponents to a .283 average while limiting power with only 33 home runs allowed all year.

This is a team that wins with balance, not just offense, but execution.

What Comes Next

The Mountain West Championship is the next test, but Boise State enters with every reason to believe this isn’t the final chapter. With elite hitters, postseason poise, and a chip on their shoulder, the Broncos have all the tools to make a deep run.

They’ve built their arc. Now it’s time to finish it.