{"product_id":"auction-item-1-limited-edition-albertsons-stadium-framed-print","title":"Auction Item: #1 Limited Edition \"Home of the Blue Turf\" Framed Print","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean. Iconic. Enduring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unique architectural line framed print honors Albertsons Stadium—home of the blue turf—and captures the stadium that helped bring Boise State into the national consciousness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautifully framed limited edition print is #1 (of only 2026) and certain to become a coveted collectible for college football fans who understand the power of “The Blue”. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1986, then-Boise State University Athletic Director, Gene Bleymaier, unveiled one of the most innovative marketing tactics in sports history - artificial blue turf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince its historic debut, Boise State’s blue turf has become the most recognizable field in college football. Officially named Lyle Smith Field at Albertsons Stadium, “The Blue” was the first non-green artificial turf in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis print integrates the history of the blue turf and the significant renovations of Albertsons Stadium dating back to its opening in 1970. This edition includes the renovations completed in time for Boise State’s inaugural season in the Pac 12 Conference in 2026. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for an office, study or any place of Boise State pride, it’s a tribute to a building where innovation and excellence coexist. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed Print Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 27 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 20 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis item comes with an official digital Certificate of Authenticity signed by Boise State. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe winning bidder will be notified at the close of the auction. All winning bids and sales are final. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis item will ship in May 2026. Shipping is free within the contiguous US. Shipping costs outside of the contiguous US vary. If you'd like a shipping quote prior to placing your bid, please send your name and address to bsu@gocollectu.com. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe net proceeds of this auction item support the mission of Boise State Athletics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll sales are final.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CollectBSU.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42375635861586,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/5844\/7698\/files\/1_Print_Auction_Sold.png?v=1778022906","url":"https:\/\/www.collectbsu.com\/products\/auction-item-1-limited-edition-albertsons-stadium-framed-print","provider":"CollectBSU.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}