# Pac-12 conference athletic season progression

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pac-12-conference-athletic-season-progression
> Updated: 2026-10-02T18:51:12.000Z. Sources: 44. Developments: 3.

The Pac-12 conference has transitioned from its non-conference schedule into its inaugural season of conference play across multiple sports. In college football, Boise State entered the national rankings at No. 22 following a victory over Western Michigan, with head coach Spencer Danielson emphasizing focus on upcoming conference play.

Boise State recently secured its first Pac-12 victory, defeating Utah State 37-18 at Albertsons Stadium. Quarterback Maddux Madsen recorded 244 passing yards and two touchdowns during the win, while Dylan Riley contributed two rushing scores. In other football developments, Fresno State made a strong Pac-12 debut by defeating Washington State 26-6 in Pullman. The Bulldogs' defense limited the Cougars to 182 total yards and a season-low 30 yards rushing, with a touchdown run from Rayshon Luke and a field goal from Manaki Watanabe.

Recent developments in women’s basketball include Fresno State, Gonzaga, and Texas State releasing their 2026-27 schedules. Fresno State’s inaugural Pac-12 season begins January 7, 2026, with a game against Colorado State. The team will play eight home games at the Save Mart Center and is scheduled to participate in the Pac-12 Women’s Basketball Tournament in Las Vegas in March 2027. Texas State is set to host Boise State on January 6, 2026, marking both the Bobcats’ first-ever Pac-12 game and the first meeting between the two programs. Gonzaga’s finalized schedule features a rivalry game against Oregon State to open conference play.

In volleyball, recent results show Boise State securing a 3-0 sweep against Texas State, while San Diego State defeated Washington State 3-0. Other recent matches include Montana State defeating Eastern Washington in four sets and Colorado State winning a five-set match against Utah State.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Boise State and Fresno State win Pac-12 football openers

Boise State and Fresno State secured victories in their Pac-12 football debuts, with Boise State defeating Utah State 37-18 and Fresno State beating Washington State 26-6.

25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boise-state-hosts-utah-state-in-pac-12-conference-opener

### 2026-09-28: Collegiate athletics: Boise State enters Top 25 as Pac-12 play begins

Collegiate athletics see major developments as Boise State enters the Top 25 in football, and various teams across volleyball, soccer, and basketball begin their inaugural Pac-12 conference schedules.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boise-state-football-enters-top-25-rankings-ahead-of-pac-12-debut

### 2026-09-09: Boise State leads Pac-12 football power rankings heading into Week 2

Boise State remains No. 1 in the Pac-12 football power rankings heading into Week 2, despite a narrow loss to Oregon. San Diego State and Oregon State follow in the top three.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boise-state-leads-pac-12-football-power-rankings-heading-into-week-2

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