Archive for the ‘Recreation’ Category
Griz lose at Davidson 93-87 in Overtime
By DAVE GUFFEY - The 10th-ranked and host Davidson College Wildcats defeated the 13th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies 93-87 in overtime Saturday afternoon.... more
Bob Wire’s Surprising Oscar Picks
By BOB WIRE - There’s a lot to talk about with the 85th Academy Awards. Let’s get down to the nominated movies. Here are my impressions of each movie, and why it doesn’t deserve to win Best Picture.... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Griz and Lady Griz basketball, Bracketbuster teams and talk, and more!... more
Photo Gallery: Lady Griz Win Over ISU 61-49
By AUSTIN SMITH - The Lady Griz fought through a tough defensive matchup Saturday afternoon to down the Idaho State Bengals 61-49, their 13th conference victory.... more
Photo Gallery: Lady Griz Dominate First of Final Three Home Matchups
By AUSTIN SMITH - The Lady Griz continue to dominate the Big Sky Conference, enjoying a decisive 90-43 victory over the Weber State Wildcats on Thursday evening. The win leaves Montana a half-game ahead of the... more
Spend a Romantic Winter Weekend at Broad Axe Lodge and Restaurant
By DONNA HULL - Are you looking for a winter getaway that’s romantic yet offers plenty of active things to do? Missoula boomers, do I have the place for you. Drive on down to Broad Axe Lodge and Restaurant in... more
My Reaction to Gov. Steve Bullock’s State of the State Address
By BOB WIRE - First of all, thank you for wearing a tie, Gov. Bullock. Very Refreshing. Looks like you might actually be here to run the show, not just moseying into town for mule liniment & canning supplies.... more
Missoula and Western Montana Hoop Action is Heating Up
By JIM O'DAY - For the first time in many years, both the Montana Grizzlies and the Lady Griz stand alone atop the standings of the Big Sky Conference late in the year. Both face crucial battles in the coming ... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Legendary coach, Jim Sweeney, Larry Kryskowiak, Doug Selvig, Marc Glass and more. ... more
My Sanity: Just Out of Reach
By BOB WIRE - After spinal fusion surgery Bob Wire describes himself thus: "I am a pathetic worm. A writhing, whining, grunting, squirming carcass of need."... more
Photo Gallery: Griz Set Record at 25 Wins With Victory Over UND
By AUSTIN SMITH - The Grizzlies walked away with yet another victory Saturday evening, a 78-58 blowout over the North Dakota Fighting Sioux that further solidified Montana’s place in the Big Sky Conference re... more
Missoula Story of the Week: Restoring Brennan’s Wave
By TOM DIDDEL - One of Missoula’s best downtown spots for outdoor and water-sports enthusiasts is in need of donations in order to make necessary repairs.... more
Photo Gallery: Griz Tie BSC Record at 24 Wins
By AUSTIN SMITH - The Montana Grizzlies tied a Big Sky record as they tallied their 24th consecutive conference win, a 73-64 victory over the Northern Colorado Bears on Thursday evening.... more
Lady Griz Fundraiser Nets over $15,000 for Camp Eyabsut
By JOEL CARLSON - The donations are still trickling in, but last Saturday's Lady Griz fundraiser for Camp Eyabsut has already exceeded expectations. As of Wednesday, $15,500 has been raised.... more
Time Demands of an Intercollegiate Athlete: By a Student-Athlete
By JIM O'DAY - It's challenging for student-athletes to be competitive on the playing fields, courts and courses as well as the classroom. It's a delicate Balance.... more
REGISTER NOW for Missoula Parks and Rec’s NEW Sports & Fitness Programs
F.Y.I. - REGISTER NOW for the all new sports and fitness programs at Missoula Parks & Rec's Sports and Wellness Center, located at 1515 Fairview, inside City Life Community Center. NO membership is required. ... more
Lady Griz Run Away With a 76-51 Win over EWU
By AUSTIN SMITH - Taking their current win streak to five games, the Lady Griz ran away with a 76-51 win over the visiting Eastern Washington Eagles on Saturday afternoon In Missoula.... more
Worst Part of Surgery Recovery? Daytime TV.
By BOB WIRE - I’m bed-bound for two weeks, flat on my back after spinal fusion surgery. The physical pain is nothing compared to the mental agony of watching daytime TV.... more
Lady Griz Host EWU and Raise Funds for Burn Camp
By JOEL CARLSON - When the Lady Griz host EWU Saturday Feb 2nd, at Dahlberg Arena, the Lady Griz will be raising funds for Alyssa Smith's beloved Camp Eyabsut--a kids camp for burn survivors. ... more
Photo Gallery: Lady Griz vs Portland State
By AUSTIN SMITH - Led by three players in double-digit scoring, the Lady Griz fought tooth and nail for a 72-61 win over the Portland State Vikings Thursday evening.... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Lots of Super Bowl smack and the loss of NFL Agent, Ken Staninger of Missoula.... more
Montana Improves to 10-0 in the Big Sky with 76-74 Win Over WSU
By DAVE GUFFEY - It was an outstanding birthday “gift” received by University of Montana’s head basketball coach Wayne Tinkle on Saturday night (Jan. 26).... more
Lady Griz Win Ugly, Move Into First Place
By JOEL CARLSON - Everything fell into place for Montana to move into a first-place tie with MSU atop the Big Sky Conference standings Saturday afternoon.But nobody thought it would be such a struggle.... more
Home Town Proud
By JIM O'DAY - Cut Bank – and much of Montana for that matter, shows their hometown pride for Alexis Wineman, who was crowned Miss Montana 2012 last summer, and who appeared in the Miss America program in Las... more
Griz Basketball: At Montana 70, Idaho State 51
By DAVE GUFFEY - Forwards Mathias Ward and Spencer Coleman combined for 41 points, as the UM Grizzlies remained unbeaten in Conference play with a 70-51 victory over ISU Thursday night at Dahlberg Arena.... more
Gilham Sparks Montana to Road Win at Idaho State
By JOEL CARLSON - With Montana struggling to find some second-half offense, freshman Shanae Gilham came off the bench and scored 10 points to lift the Lady Griz over ISU on Thursday night.... more
Griz Host ISU Thursday, WSU Saturday
By DAVE GUFFEY - The 23rd-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies host Idaho State and the 22nd-ranked Weber State Thursday, Jan. 24, and Saturday, Jan. 26, with tip-off for both contests in Dahlberg Arena at 7... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Coach Wayne Tinkle hits the 47-year mark, NFL History making, Lady Griz hoops and more!... more
Lady Griz Hit Road, Discover Hot Hands
By JOEL CARLSON - Senior Kenzie De Boer scored 27 points, two off her career high, and the Lady Griz used hot 3-point shooting and a big second half to bounce back from Saturday’s home loss to msu with a 78-6... more
Ladies Fall, Men Triumphant in Griz-Cat Doubleheader
By AUSTIN SMITH (PHOTO GALLERY) - Lady Griz lose a heartbreaker 58-49, Griz win 76-71 in Overtime in Griz-Cat Doubleheader.... more
Tips for Wanna-Be Filmmakers
By WARREN MILLER - There is an often-told tale that is not very nice about filmmakers. The men and women who can’t make a living making movies make a living teaching other people how to make movies.... more
Alyssa Smith – Montana’s Shining Light for Camp Eyabsut
By JOEL CARLSON - A burn victim herself, Lady Griz Senior Forward, Alyssa Smith shines a light on and off the court as she raises awareness and funds for Camp Eyabsut.... more
Snowboarding in the Middle Ages
By BOB WIRE - One day last winter, the Wire clan piled into the 4Runner and hit the road for Discovery. Next time, we'll wear helmets to protect against dain bramage.... more
Grizzly Men’s Basketball Wins Over Southern Utah 73-67
By DAVE GUFFEY - It wasn’t pretty, but The UM Grizzlies remained undefeated in Big Sky Conference play with a 73-67 win in a slugfest with the visiting Southern Utah Thunderbirds Thursday evening in UM’s D... more
City of Missoula Receives Grant for Accessible Playground in McCormick Park
On Thursday, January 17, Mayor John Engen accepted a $150,000 grant from the Morris and Helen Silver Foundation to begin construction of a new, universally-accessible playground in McCormick Park.... more
Jake Cookus Named Safety Coach at UM
By DAVE GUFFEY - Jake Cookus will coach the safeties at The University of Montana, announced Griz mentor Mick Delaney today (Wednesday, Jan. 16).... more
National Letter of Intent Signing Date Only 3 Weeks Away
By JIM O'DAY - In three weeks, UM and many other Division I intercollegiate athletic programs around the country will announce their in-coming football recruits starting with the 2013-14 school year.... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN - Making Chris' top trivia mentions this week: Lady Griz hoops, and a host of NFL pairings and players.... more
Videos: Non-Stop Fun on Skis with a Two-Year-Old
By TRAVIS GOODKIND - We took our son skiing for the first time last winter. He took to it like a fish to water, and is already hitting the slopes at Snowbowl this year.... more
Katie Baker Named Big Sky Conference Player of the Week
By JOEL CARLSON - Katie Baker averaged 17.5 points on 50 percent shooting and 7.0 rebounds in a pair of wins last week and was named the Big Sky Conference Player of the Week.... more
Warren Miller On Finding a Job: Go North Young Man
By WARREN MILLER - So you are out of college and can’t find a job? As Richard Henry Dana once said, “Go North, young man!” Today, you don’t have to go north to Alaska, just go to North Dakota where the ... more
Montana Grizzlies Defeat Host NC Bears 88-75
By DAVE GUFFEY - The UM Grizzlies made a season-high 12 three-pointers and had four players score in double figures on their way to an 85-77 victory over the NC Bears in Greeley, CO Saturday.... more
Lady Griz Enjoy 56-42 Win Over Northern Colorado
By AUSTIN SMITH. (PHOTO GALLERY) - The Montana Lady Griz enjoyed an uncontested 56-42 victory Saturday afternoon, sending the Northern Colorado Bears back into hibernation thanks to a double-double by senior f... more
Parks and Recreation Opens New Sports, Wellness Center
Have you resolved to be more active this year? Are you looking for fun, affordable fitness options? Look no further than Parks and Recreation’s new Sports and Wellness Center at 1515 Fairview, inside the City... more
Lady Griz Host Northern Colorado Today at 2pm
By JOEL CARLSON - The Montana women’s basketball team, winner of seven of its last nine, will host Northern Colorado Saturday at Dahlberg Arena. The Lady Griz and Bears will tip off at 2 p.m.... more
Ski with the Legendary Glen Plake at Discovery on Monday
Infamous for his extreme skiing and trademark mohawk, Glen Plake will shred with locals on Monday, Jan. 14, from 12:30-3 p.m. at Discovery Ski Area near Philipsburg. ... more
Lady Griz Never Trail in 77-45 Victory
By JOEL CARLSON - Seniors Katie Baker and Kenzie De Boer both had big offensive nights and Montana shot a season-best 48.4 percent in a 77-45 victory over North Dakota Thursday night at Dahlberg Arena in Missou... more
Grizzly Men’s Basketball Win Over UND 77-62
By DAVE GUFFEY - Senior forward Mathias Ward scored a season-high 27 points to lead The University of Montana Grizzlies to a 77-62 Big Sky Conference victory over host University of North Dakota in UND’s Bet... more
Lady Griz Host North Dakota Thursday
By JOEL CARLSON - The Montana women’s basketball team continues its first round through the Big Sky Conference schedule when it hosts North Dakota Thursday at Dahlberg Arena. The Lady Griz and UND will tip of... more
Griz at UND and NC This Week
By DAVE GUFFEY - The University of Montana Grizzlies continue their Big Sky Conference slate on the road, playing new league member University of North Dakota on Thursday, Jan. 10, and Northern Colorado on Satu... more