After Bogus Basin snowboarding incident, Centennial High student dies
The West Ada School District notified the Centennial High School community on Wednesday that a student died after snowboarding at Bogus Basin over the weekend and going to the hospital.
In a letter sent to parents, the district said sophomore Leo Gonzalez died this week after a medical incident last Saturday on the mountain. A spokesperson with the school district shared the letter with the Idaho Statesman.
The message stated that Leo’s family was allowing the school district to share the news of the teenager’s death. The high school is providing counseling and bereavement services for students and staff. In addition, West Ada has resources and support for those experiencing loss on its website.
“During this time of sorrow, we ask that you keep the Centennial High School community in your thoughts,” the message read. “On behalf of our entire school family, we extend our deepest condolences to all who are mourning this loss.”
The incident occurred Saturday, a Bogus Basin spokesperson told the Statesman in an email. Bridgette Johnson said Ski Patrol responded to the mountain to help a young male who reported having shoulder pain.
Ski Patrol transported him to the patrol room for an evaluation, and the teen was then taken by ambulance to a Boise hospital. Johnson said no other information about the situation would be shared.
A GoFundMe has been set up to aid Leo’s family. As of Saturday, March 7, nearly $55,000 had been raised.
“Leo was full of joy and laughter. He had a heart that touched everyone he met. Nobody was ever a stranger to Leo,” the GoFundMe states. “The loss of Leo is a pain no family should ever have to endure. He is deeply loved by so many, and his absence leaves a space that can never be filled.”
This story was originally published March 5, 2026 at 6:36 PM.
