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2010 UofMGrizzlies.com Archived News Headlines
Wilson plans to rejoin UM football team
GreatFallsTribune.com – July 12, 2010
MISSOULA. — The NCAA has granted another year of athletic eligibility to former University of Montana cornerback
Jimmy Wilson, who was acquitted of murder charges in the June 2007 shooting death of his aunt's boyfriend. (More)
Grizzlies Reynolds, Sell on Payton watch list
Missoulian.com - July 12, 2010
Montana running back Chase Reynolds and Grizzly quarterback Andrew Selle were among the 20 players selected to the
initial Walter Payton Award Watch list, the Sports Network announced on Monday. (More)
Griz Football adds four to roster
MontanaGrizzlies.com – July 14, 2010
The University of Montana football program added four new players who have accepted scholarships to play for the
Grizzlies, announced UM Head Coach Robin Pflugrad. (More)
Grizzlies Head Football Coach Named Grand Marshall of 20th Annual Montana 200
RacingWest.com – July 16, 2010
Officials with Montana Raceway Park have announced that Robin Plugrad, head football coach of the University of
Montana Grizzlies, will be the grand marshal of Saturday night’s 20th Annual Coors Light Montana 200. (More)
Charges Dropped Against Former University of Montana Assistant Coach Tyler Gregorak
DailyCamera.com – July 16, 2010
The Boulder County District Attorney's Office has dropped all charges against a former UC football player accused of
stealing a gun and wallet from the car of a bouncer at the Nitro strip club on May 1. (More)
Trumaine Johnson named to Buck Buchanan Watch List
MontanaGrizzlies.com – July 19, 2010
University of Montana junior cornerback Trumaine Johnson was one of three Big Sky Conference football players named
to the first Buck Buchanan Award watch list The Sports Network announced Monday. (More)
Johnson adds Krystkowiak to Nets' Staff
Sports.yahoo.com – July 19, 2010
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)—Former NBA coaches Sam Mitchell and Larry Krystkowiak joined the New Jersey Nets’
coaching staff Monday. (More)
Rumor: Griz to Play Tennessee Volunteers September 3, 2011
Billingsgazette.com - July 22, 2010
The Griz, apparently, will face the Volunteers on Sept. 3, 2011, at 100,000-plus seat Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.
Montana, I'm told, will replace North Texas on the Vols' schedule. (More)
UM ties for second in Presidents' Cup
Missoulian.com - July 22, 2010
The University of Montana tied for second in the 2010 Sterling Savings Bank Big Sky Conference Presidents' Cup the
league office announced last week. Eastern Washington won its first Presidents' Cup, Montana and Northern Arizona
were the runners-up. (More)
1Griz Near Unanimous Pick To Win Big Sky
MontanaGrizzlies.com – July 20, 2010
The preseason polls were released Tuesday, and the Grizzlies are heavily favored to win a 13th straight Big Sky
Conference championship. The favorite status, however, came as a bit of surprise to new head coach Robin Pflugrad.
(More)
Reynolds named preseason Offensive POY
MontanaGrizzlies.com – July 19, 2010
University of Montana senior running back Chase Reynolds has been tabbed the 2010 Big Sky Conference preseason
Offensive Player of the Year the league office announced Monday. Reynolds was joined by senior center Alex Verlanic,
junior tackle Jon Opperud, junior return specialist Jabin Sabrano and junior cornerback Trumaine Johnson on the
preseason all-conference team. (More)
Roundball Events Scheduled for September
MontanaGrizzlies.com – July 26, 2010
The University of Montana men’s basketball program’s annual Grizzly Roundball auction and golf tournament will be held
Thursday and Friday, Sept. 16-17. (More)
Chase Reynolds and Trumaine Johnson Named to TSN All-American Team
Sportsnetwork.com - July 26, 2010
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Appalachian State may have lost two-time Walter Payton Award winner Armanti
Edwards, but it boasts a national-best seven players on The Sports Network/Fathead.com Football Championship
Subdivision Preseason All-America Team, led by senior linebacker D.J. Smith and senior safety Mark LeGree on the first
team. (More)
Montana to Face Vols in 2011 Season Opener
Wate.com - July 26, 2010
KNOXVILLE (UT Sports Information) - Tennessee and Montana announced Monday a one-game deal to open the 2011
football season in Knoxville. (More)
2010 Fall Camp Schedule and Notes
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 4, 2010
First-year head coach Robin Pflugrad and The University of Montana Grizzlies will begin preparing for the 2010 football
season, as UM holds its first practice on Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 p.m. at the South Campus practice fields located on
South and Higgins. (More)
From College Walk-On to 7th Round Pick, Mariani Working Hard to Make Team
Titansonline.com – August 11, 2010
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Entering the 2010 NFL Draft, most NFL fans didn’t know about Marc Mariani, the standout wide
receiver from the University of Montana. The perseverance he showed to make it to the NFL is one of the many great
storylines from the Titans’ rookie class. (More)
Griz Take a Different Route to Being Special
Missoulian.com - August 12, 2010
You figure to see differences after a coaching change, and on Wednesday at the University of Montana's football drills,
there was this: Two return men chasing two punts at the same time. (More)
2Griz Hold First Scrimmage of Fall Camp
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 15, 2010
Numerous touchdowns were the highlight of the afternoon, as The University of Montana Grizzlies held their first football
scrimmage of 2010 fall camp in front of approximately 500 sun-drenched fans in Washington-Grizzly Stadium.(More)
Football Fall Camp Report #1
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 16, 2010
FOUR DAYS IN: The Grizzlies concluded their fourth practice of fall camp today (Friday). They have a single practice
tomorrow, and then have their first two-a-day sessions on Sunday, starting at 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (More)
Griz Number 2, Bobcats 24th in TSN Poll
GreatfallsTribune.com – August 17, 2010
Four Big Sky Conference teams are ranked in the top 25 in the The Sports Network/Fathead.com preseason poll, which was
released Monday. (More)
Wilson to Start Practicing With Team
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 17, 2010
University of Montana cornerback Jimmy Wilson began limited practice with the Grizzly football team Tuesday afternoon,
Aug. 17, announced UM head coach Robin Pflugrad. (More)
(TSN) FCS Season Preview: Big Sky
Sportsnetwork.com – August 18, 2010
The Montana Grizzlies football program has an impressive track record: 24 consecutive winning seasons, a Football
Championship Subdivision record 17 consecutive playoff appearances, 12 consecutive outright or co-Big Sky Conference
titles and a Division I-leading 119 victories over the last 10 years. (More)
GRIZ GRIT: Jimmy Wilson's Future
Flatheadbeacon.com – August 19, 2010
As I sit at my desk less than a week after University of Montana Grizzlies cornerback Jimmy Wilson was cited for
misdemeanor assault after an alleged incident in a vehicle at 2:15 a.m., I’m stuck in a quandary. (More)
GRIZ Gridder Josh Harris Lost For The Season
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 23, 2010
University of Montana defensive end Josh Harris will be lost for the season due to an injury he suffered in the Grizzlies’
second scrimmage of fall camp this past Saturday. (More)
Football Fall Camp Report #2
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 23, 2010
14th PRACTICE TODAY: The Grizzlies concluded their 14th practice of fall camp Friday and have a scrimmage
tomorrow. The team went through an abbreviated practice today. After practice the players were rewarded for all of their
hard work by taking a 45-minute dip in the Grizzly Pool. (More)
Pflu Season Hits Montana
Helenaair.com – August 25, 2010
MISSOULA — When Bobby Hauck left Montana to take the head football coaching position at the University of Nevada-
Las Vegas last December, UM athletic director Jim O’Day received more than 100 applications for the head coach’s
position. (More)
Griz No. 2, Cats 24th in FCS Poll
Greatfallstribune.com – August 25, 2010
OGDEN, Utah — Five Big Sky Conference teams will begin the season ranked in the Football Championship Subdivision
coaches' poll. (More)
2010-11 Griz Mens Basketball Schedule is Released
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 26, 2010
(More)
3Title or Bust for New-Look Griz
Helenaair.com – August 26, 2010
MISSOULA — The names have changed within the football program at the University of Montana. The goals have not.
(More)
2010 Griz Football Media Guide
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 26, 2010
The 2010 Griz Football Media Guide is available for download. (More)
Defense Shines in Final Scrimmage
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 26, 2010
The defense dominated as The University of Montana Grizzlies held their final football scrimmage of 2010 fall camp
Thursday morning in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. (More)
Former Montana Grizzly Anthony Johnson to Play Basketball in Greece
Missoulian.com – August 26, 2010
Johnson, the Grizzlies' record-setting guard from the last two seasons, signed a contract to play professionally in the top
league in Greece, Johnson confirmed Thursday. (More)
Monte Selected For 2010 Mascot Challenge
MontanaGrizzlies.com – August 30, 2010
The University of Montana’s Monte, the only two-time Capital One Mascot of the Year, is one of 16 mascots to have been
selected to participate in the 2010 Capital One Mascot Challenge. Voting opened Monday, August 30. (More)
2010 Griz Football Radio Network
Abcmontana.com – August 30, 2010
MISSOULA, MONTANA (8/27/10) - The 2010 Grizzly Sports Network is bigger and better than ever, with radio stations
from around the state carrying University of Montana football through the airways. (More)
Montana Picks Up Former Washington TE Middleton
Seattletimes.com – September 1, 2010
A tight end who was dismissed from the University of Washington for a violation of team rules has joined the University of
Montana football team. (More)
University of Montana Dominates Western State
Missoulian.com – September 4, 2010
The only things that slowed the Montana Grizzlies Saturday were a couple bolts out of the blue and gray. (More)
Montana Jumps to Number 1 in Both Polls
MontanaGrizzlies.com – September 7, 2010
The University of Montana has taken over the No. 1 spot in both major Football Championship Subdivision Top 25 Polls.
(More)
Cal Poly, UC Davis Joining Big Sky Conference
Missoulian.com – September 8, 2010
The Big Sky Conference got even bigger Tuesday with its announcement that Cal Poly and the University of California-
Davis have accepted invitations to join the league as football-only members.
(More)
UM Football Broadcasts Go Digital
Billingsgazette.com – September 8, 2010
MISSOULA — University of Montana football fans who watch the Griz games on TV will notice a clearer picture, starting
this weekend. (More)
4Montana Falls To Cal Poly In Shootout, 33-35
MontanaGrizzlies.com – September 11, 2010
The Cal Poly Mustangs built a 15-point fourth quarter lead and used late turnovers to make it hold up in a 35-33 upset
over the top-ranked Montana Grizzlies Saturday night in San Luis Obispo, Calif . (More)
Grizzlies Will Throw Local Talent at Eagles
Spokesman.com – September 14, 2010
The University of Montana has never been shy about diving into the Spokane area’s deep pool of high school
football talent. (More)
Griz To Face Eagles In First Game On Red Turf
MontanaGrizzlies.com – September 14, 2010
ON THE ROAD: The sixth-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (1-1/0-0 Big Sky) open their 2010 league season,
playing the 16th/18th-ranked Eastern Washington Eagles (1-1/0-0) Saturday, Sept. 18, with kickoff at 5:05 p.m. (Mtn.) at
Roos Field (8,600). (More) (PDF Version)
Griz Grit: Cashing In On Griz Fans
Flatheadbeacon.com – September 15, 2010
The chase for a 13th consecutive Big Sky Conference title begins Saturday at Cheney, Wash., when the Grizzlies look to
extend a streak of domination that has included winning 31 of their last 32 league games since losing at Montana State
University in 2005. (More)
Roper's Solid Play Adds Up To Valuable Playing Time
Greatfallstribune.com – September 15, 2010
Not many backup quarterbacks are the leading passer on their college football teams, but Justin Roper is no ordinary
reserve. (More)
Griz Basketball & UM Marching Band To Paint "M"
MontanaGrizzlies.com – September 16, 2010
The University of Montana men’s basketball team and UM Marching Band will be putting a fresh coat of paint on the "M"
located on Mount Sentinel next Wednesday, Sept. 22. (More)
Griz Drop Wild Big Sky Opener In Cheney 27-36
MontanaGrizzlies.com – September 18, 2010
The Eastern Washington Eagles scored nine unanswered points in the final minute of the fourth quarter to seal a 36-27
victory over sixth-ranked Montana Saturday night in the inaugural game on Roos Field. (More)
Griz Fall To #14 In Latest Sportsnetwork.com/Fathead.com Poll
Sportsnetwork.com – September 20, 2010
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The more the rankings shuffle, the more voters in The Sports Network/Fathead.com
FCS Top 25 are impressed with CAA Football, the conference that sets the standard in the Football Championship
Subdivision. (More)
Griz Fall To #14 In Latest Sportsnetwork.com/Fathead.com Poll
Sportsnetwork.com – September 20, 2010
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The more the rankings shuffle, the more voters in The Sports Network/Fathead.com
FCS Top 25 are impressed with CAA Football, the conference that sets the standard in the Football Championship
Subdivision. (More)
5Griz Host Hornets In 2010 Homecoming Game
MontanaGrizzlies.com – September 21, 2010
BACK HOME: The 14th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (1-2/0-1 Big Sky) return
home after two weeks on the road, hosting the Sacramento State Hornets (2-1/1-0)
Saturday, Sept. 25, in Montana’s annual Homecoming Game, with kickoff at 1:05 p.m.
(Mtn.) in Washington-Grizzly Stadium (25,217). (More) (PDF Version)
Regents Set To OK Engstrom For UM President
Missoulian.com – September 22, 2010
The Montana Board of Regents will decide Thursday whether to hire Engstrom as UM's 17th president - and all
indications point to an affirmative vote. Both the UM presidential search advisory committee and Commissioner of Higher
Education Sheila Stearns recommended hiring Engstrom.
(More)
UM Homecoming Events Kick Off Friday
Missoulian.com – September 23, 2010
While other homecomings have celebrated the future and the past, this year recognizes Griz Nation and beyond. (More)
Sac St. To Face Griz, Hope To Build On Last Year's Finish
Missoulian.com – September 23, 2010
The third year under Coach Marshall Sperbeck was encouraging and now the fourth year, including last week's 24-17 win
over Weber State, holds much promise for the Sacramento State football team. (More)
Homecoming Urgency
Montanakaimin.com – September 24, 2010
For the first time in nearly a generation, the Montana Grizzlies will try to stop an early season losing streak when they face
off against the Sacramento State Hornets for homecoming Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. (More)
Griz Grit: Simpler Times
Flatheadbeacon.com – September 24, 2010
Life was so much simpler then in what I also thought were simpler times. I relished the arrival of the ―Boys of Summer‖
and couldn’t wait to listen to those scratchy radio voices whose every word I devoured. But I preferred to hang around
Indian Stadium at the Spokane Interstate Fairgrounds watching Los Angeles Dodgers minor-leaguers engage in a peppy
game of pepper while kibitzing with the few fans who arrived at the park in time to watch batting practice. (More)
Griz Edge Hornets 28-25 For Homecoming Win
Montanagrizzlies.com – September 25, 2010
Senior quarterback Justin Roper threw a 29-yard touchdown pass to sophomore wide receiver Bryce Carver with 9:34 left
in the game and the defense played a stellar second half, to lead The 14th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies to a
narrow 28-25 victory over the Sacramento State Hornets in a Big Sky Conference game Saturday afternoon. (More)
Griz Move To No. 12 In Latest sportsnetwork.com Poll
Sportsnetwork.com – September 27, 2010
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The University of Montana has been one of the long-time powers in the Football
Championship Subdivision, but rival Montana State is proving to be a formidable challenger to the Grizzlies' Big Sky
Conference dominance this season. More
Montana QB Selle Suffers Career-Ending Injury
Sportsnetwork.com – September 27, 2010
Missoula, MT (Sports Network) - Montana quarterback Andrew Selle suffered a career-ending injury to his throwing arm
during Saturday's 28-25 win over Sacramento State. More
6O'Day Attends WAC "Information Gathering" Session
Montanagrizzlies.com – September 28, 2010
University of Montana Athletic Director Jim O'Day was recently invited and attended an "information gathering" session
Tuesday, Sept. 28, with the Western Athletic Conference athletic directors, who are currently in Dallas for the annual
convention of the Division I Athletic Directors. More
Griz Head To Greeley To Take On Bears
Montanagrizzlies.com – September 28, 2010
ON THE ROAD: The 11th/12th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (2-2/1-1 Big Sky) are on the road for the 3rd time
this season, playing the Northern Colorado Bears (2-2/1-1) Saturday, Oct. 2, in UNC’s Nottingham Field (8,500, grass).
Kickoff is at 1:35 p.m. (Mountain). More PDF Version
WAC Commissioner Signals Interest In Montana
Sportingnews.com – September 29, 2010
Western Athletic Conference commissioner Karl Benson said Tuesday that Montana is ―high‖ on the conference’s list of
expansion candidates. More
Colorado Point Guard Commits To Montana
Montanagrizzlies.com – September 30, 2010
Jordan Gregory, a 6-foot-2, 175-pound point guard from Pueblo, Colo., said Wednesday he will attend Montana and play
for the Grizzly basketball team beginning in 2011. More
Griz Ease To 30-7 Win At Northern Colorado
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 2, 2010
After three straight close games, the Montana Grizzlies enjoyed a change of pace, taking an early lead and never trailing
on the way to a 30-7 win over the Northern Colorado Bears in Greeley, Colorado. More
University of Montana Athletic Director Questions Future Of FCS, Big Sky Conference
Missoulian.com – October 2, 2010
An e-mail written by University of Montana athletic director Jim O’Day, apparently sent to an unidentified Grizzly booster,
has ruffled feathers across the Big Sky Conference and beyond. More
Bryan Waldhauser Named Big Sky Conference Co-Defensive Player Of The Week
Bigskyconf.com – October 4, 2010
OGDEN, UTAH (Oct. 4, 2010) - The Big Sky Conference has selected its football players of the week for games played on
Saturday, Oct. 2. Montana State quarterback Denarius McGhee is the offensive player of the week. Montana defensive
tackle Bryan Waldhauser and Portland State safety Manoa Latu are the co-defensive players of the week. Northern
Arizona returner Matt Estrada is the special teams player of the week. More
Griz Stay at No. 12 In Latest sportsnetwork.com Poll
Sportsnetwork.com – October 4, 2010
Montana (3-2) is No. 12 for a second straight week, and, coincidentally, is right above the two teams which handed it
losses, Eastern Washington (3-2) at No. 13 and Cal Poly (3-2) at No. 14. More
Montana Defense Ranked No. 1 in FCS
Missoulian.com – October 6, 2010
There's good news and better news for the Montana defense, as it prepares for Idaho State's visit to Washington-Grizzly
Stadium Saturday at 1:05 p.m. More
Griz To Take On Bengals In Washington-Grizzly
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 6, 2010
BACK HOME: The 12th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (3-2/2-1 Big Sky) host the Idaho State Bengals (1-4/0-3)
Saturday, Oct. 9, in a Big Sky Conference game in UM’s Washington-Grizzly Stadium (25,217, Sprinturf). Kickoff is at
1:05 p.m. (Mtn.). More PDF Version
7Nguyen Finds Perspective In Faith
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 7, 2010
Less than 24 hours after he stands in the spotlight of Washington-Grizzly Stadium with thousands of Griz fans cheering
for him, Peter Nguyen sits in the back row pew of the Five Valley Church of Christ. Under the high ceiling of the local
church, the sophomore running back quietly flips through his worn camouflage-colored Bible. Once service begins, he
follows along to the pastor’s readings from books Luke and John. Surrounded by 50 like-minded people, he takes out a
blank piece of paper to write notes about the sermon’s message of recognizing one’s strengths and weaknesses. Those
anonymous hours keep his life in perspective. More
Griz Top ISU 47-28, Reynolds Set TD Record
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 9, 2010
Montana rode a career-best passing performance by Justin Roper and a career mark by Chase Reynolds to a 47-28
victory over the Idaho State Bengals Saturday in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. More
Roper Earns Offensive Player Of The Week Honors
Bigskyconf.com – October 11, 2010
The Big Sky Conference has announced its football players of the week for games played on Saturday, Oct. 9. Montana
quarterback Justin Roper is the offensive player of the Week. Eastern Washington linebacker J.C. Sherritt is the defensive
player of the week. Idaho State’s Tavoy Moore is the special teams player of the week. More
Griz To Take On Vikings In Hillsboro Stadium
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 12, 2010
ON THE ROAD AGAIN: The 11th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (4-2/3-1 Big Sky) play the Portland State Vikings
(2-3/1-1) Saturday, Oct. 16, in a Big Sky Conference game at Hillsboro High School’s Stadium (7,825). Kickoff is at 6:05
p.m. (Mtn.). More PDF Version
Auburn's Kevin Henderson Commits To Montana
Seattletimes.com – October 14, 2010
Auburn's 6-foot-4 guard Kevin Henderson has given a verbal commitment to play basketball at the University of Montana,
Trojans coach Ryan Hansen announced Thursday. More
Montana Griz Begin 2010-11 Hoop Season Friday
Boxscorenews.com – October 13, 2010
Fifth-year head coach Wayne Tinkle and The University of Montana Grizzly basketball team debuts this Friday, Oct. 15,
when they begin practicing and preparing for the 2010-11 season. More
CFL Viable Option For FCS Players
Sportsnetwork.com – October 13, 2010
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Perhaps you saw Kroy Biermann's highlight- reel return of an interception for a
touchdown for the Atlanta Falcons this past Sunday. Or Marc Mariani's pivotal kickoff return late in the Tennessee Titans'
win over the Dallas Cowboys. More
Replacing Johnson Top Priority For Griz As Practice Begins
Helenair.com – October 15, 2010
MISSOULA — Fifth-year head coach Wayne Tinkle and The University of Montana Grizzly basketball team begin practice
today. The Grizzlies, who are coming off their eighth NCAA Tournament appearance in school history, have some
talented players returning from their 22-10 team of a year ago. More
Last-Second Field Goal Takes Griz To 23-21 Win
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 16, 2010
Brody McKnight made a 25-yard field goal as time expired to defeat Portland State, 23-21, in Hillsboro, Ore. The win puts
UM into a tie for first in the Big Sky Conference. More
Brody McKnight Scores Big Sky P.O.W. Honor
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 16, 2010
The Big Sky Conference has selected its football players of the week for games played on Saturday, Oct. 16. Northern
Arizona quarterback Michael Herrick is the offensive player of the week. Eastern Washington linebacker J.C. Sherritt is
the defensive player of the week. Montana kicker Brody McKnight is the special teams player of the week. More
8Griz Rise To No. 7 In Latest Sports Network/Fathead.com Poll
Sportsnetwork.com – October 13, 2010
Rounding out the Top 10 are No. 7 Montana (5-2), No. 8 Eastern Washington (5-2), No. 9 Wofford (5-1) and New
Hampshire. More
Griz Try To Chop Down Lumberjacks Saturday
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 19, 2010
GRIZ HOST JACKS IN KEY BIG SKY CONTEST: The 7th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (5-2/4-1 Big Sky) host
the 20th/21st-ranked Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (4-2/2-1 BSC) Saturday, Oct. 23, in a pivotal Big Sky Conference
game in UM’s Washington-Grizzly Stadium (25,217, Sprinturf). Kickoff is at 1:05 p.m. (Mtn.). More PDF Version
Griz Picked Third In Big Sky Preseason Polls
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 20, 2010
Coach Wayne Tinkle’s University of Montana Grizzlies were picked third in the Big Sky Conference’s 2010-11 media and
coaches preseason polls the league office announced Wednesday. More
Atkins Vaults Griz To 24-21 Win Over NAU
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 23, 2010
Montana's CJ Atkins out-jumped his defender in the end zone with 5 seconds left to give the Griz a 24-21 win over
Northern Arizona in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. More
Atkins Vaults Griz To 24-21 Win Over NAU
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 23, 2010
Montana's CJ Atkins out-jumped his defender in the end zone with 5 seconds left to give the Griz a 24-21 win over
Northern Arizona in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. More
Montana Griz To Hold Annual Maroon-Silver Scrimmage Tuesday
Boxscorenews.com - October 25, 2010
MISSOULA, MONTANA - Fifth-year head coach Wayne Tinkle and his 2010-11 University of Montana Grizzly basketball
team will make its debut at UM's annual Maroon-Silver scrimmage Tuesday, Oct. 26, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in UM's
Adams Center/Dahlberg Arena. The Lady Griz will begin their Silver-Maroon scrimmage at approximately 7:00 p.m. More
Griz Remain At No. 7 In Latest Sports Network/Fathead.com Poll
Sportsnetwork.com – October 25, 2010
Montana (6-2) remains in the number 7 spot in this week’s poll. More
Bigs Lead Silver To Three-Point Victory
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 23, 2010
The Maroon team jumped out to a big first half lead behind strong defense and rode that lead to a 74-54 victory over the
Silver team Tuesday evening in The University of Montana Grizzlies' annual Maroon-Silver basketball scrimmage in UM's
Dahlberg Arena. More
League-Leading Griz Travel To Weber State
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 23, 2010
MONTANA AT WEBER STATE FOR KEY BIG SKY CONTEST: The 7th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (6-2/5-1
Big Sky) play the Weber State Wildcats (4-3/3-2 BSC) Saturday, Oct. 30th, in a key Big Sky Conference game in WSU’s
Elizabeth D. Shaw Stewart Stadium (grass, 17,500). Kickoff is at 1:05 p.m. (Mtn.). More PDF Version
The Brotherhood
Montanagrizzlies.com – October 26, 2010
After every practice, first-year defensive line coach Inoke Breckterfield gathers his group of defensive lineman together,
and they listen intently. Breckterfield, called Coach Inoke by players and fellow coaches, has earned their undivided
attention. In less than one season, he has changed the mentality of the defensive line and gained each players
respect. More
9Coach Tinkle Pleased With Hoops Team
Montanagrizzlies.com - October 28, 2010
With just a week and a half of practice under its belt, the University of Montana basketball team has made strides, "but we
still have a long way to go," according to fifth-year coach Wayne Tinkle. More
Big Sky Suspends Referee For Safety Call
Kpax.com - October 27, 2010
OGDEN, UTAH - The Big Sky Conference has suspended the referee from the Northern Arizona University-University of
Montana football game, league Commissioner Doug Fullerton announced Wednesday. More
Second-Half Turnovers Doom Griz At Weber
Montanagrizzlies.com - October 30, 2010
Weber State running back Vaingamalie Tafuna had four rushing touchdowns to lead the Wildcats to a 30-21 victory over
the Montana Grizzlies Saturday in Steward Stadium in Ogden, Utah. More
Big Sky Conference Announces Two Additions
Montanagrizzlies.com - October 30, 2010
The Big Sky Conference is privileged to announce that the University of North Dakota and Southern Utah University have
accepted invitations to become core members of the Division I conference. More
Alt, Stoll Receive Academic Honor
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 4, 2010
The University of Montana’s Bobby Alt and Erik Stoll have been named to the 2010 ESPN Academic University Division 1
All-District 7 football first team it was announced today. More
Griz Roll To Exhibition Win Over Warriors
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 4, 2010
The University of Montana Grizzlies rode a double-double performance by Brian Qvale and a second half surge
to overcome a slow first half and defeated Lewis-Clark State 59-39 in exhibition action Thursday night in UM's Dahlberg
Arena. More
Griz-Cat Broadcast Information Update
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 9, 2010
The Montana-Montana State football game, which is being played in Missoula on Saturday, Nov. 20, will be available on
DirecTV and Dish Network for fans within Altitude Sports & Entertainment’s 10-state broadcast area. More
Colt Anderson Picked Up By Philadelphia Eagles
Kxlf.com - November 9, 2010
Minnesota Vikings defensive back Colt Anderson has been picked up by the Philadelphia Eagles, Anderson confirmed
Tuesday. More
Griz To Announce Decision On WAC Move Within Week
Missoulian.com - November 10, 2010
Within days to a week, the University of Montana is expected to announce whether the Grizzlies will move to the Football
Bowl Subdivision. More
Griz Begin Crucial Season-Ending Homestand
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 9, 2010
GRIZ BACK HOME: The 13th/17th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (6-3/5-2 Big Sky) return from a week off to host
the University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux (3-6/0-4 Great West) Saturday, Nov. 13, in a non-league game on ―Senior
Day‖ in UM’s Washington-Grizzly Stadium (Sprinturf, 25,217). Kickoff is at 12:07 p.m. (Mtn.). More PDF Version
Reynolds Sets Record, Griz Defeat Sioux 27-17
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 13, 2010
The Montana Grizzlies used a historic performance by Chase Reynolds to defeat the North Dakota Fighting Sioux, 27-17,
in a non-conference battle in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. More
10No To WAC: Griz To Stay In Big Sky Conference
Missoulian.com - November 12, 2010
After months of flirting with a move to the Football Bowl Subdivision, the University of Montana on Thursday announced it
will stay in the Big Sky Conference, where the Grizzlies have competed for almost half a century. More
Grizzlies Fall In Season Opener At Nevada
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 13, 2010
The University of Nevada outscored the Montana Grizzlies by 17 points in the second half to overcome a halftime deficit
and gain the 81-66 victory in the season opener for both teams. More
Reynolds Scores Big Sky Player Of The Week Award
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 15, 2010
The Big Sky Conference has selected its football players of the week for games played on Saturday, Nov. 13.Montana
running back Chase Reynolds is the offensive player of the week. Sacramento State defensive end Zack Nash is the
defensive player of the week. Eastern Washington returner Jesse Hoffman and Northern Colorado returner Dominic Gunn
are the co-special teams players of the week. More
Griz Hoopsters Lose 80-71 At Utah
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 17, 2010
The University of Montana Grizzly basketball team put together a second-half comeback bid, but it was not enough as
they dropped an 80-71 decision to the host Utah Utes Wednesday evening in a non-league game in Huntsman Center
(attendance: 7,293). More
Playoff Run At Stake When Griz-Cat Hits Town
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 17, 2010
GRIZ HOST CATS: The 11th/14th-ranked University of Montana Grizzlies (7-3/5-2 Big Sky) play their final 2010 regular-
season contest, playing the 8th-ranked Montana State Bobcats (8-2/6-1 Big Sky) for the 110th time Saturday, Nov. 20, in
a crucial Big Sky Conference game at 12:07 p.m. in UM’s Washington-Grizzly Stadium (Sprinturf, 25,217). More PDF
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Griz Pick Up Season's First Win
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 19, 2010
Led by Brian Qvale and Derek Selvig, the Grizzly men's basketball team dominated Montana Tech on the way to their first
victory of the season Friday afternoon at UM's Dahlberg Arena. More
Grizzlies Fall To Bobcats In 110th Brawl
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 20, 2010
Montana got a 180-yard performance from Chase Reynolds, but the Grizzlies couldn't overcome four second-half
turnovers in the 21-16 loss Saturday in front of a record 26,019 fans in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. More
Reynolds, McKnight named Griz football MVPs
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 21, 2010
Running back Chase Reynolds and kicker/punter Brody McKnight were the co-recipients of the University of Montana’s
2010 Steve Carlson Award, given annually to the team’s Most Valuable Player(s). More
Grizzlies Left Out Of FCS Playoff Field
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 21, 2010
The 2010 Montana football season is over! The Grizzlies were not selected for an at-large bid to the 20-team FCS playoff
field, ending a run of 17 straight postseason appearances by Montana. More
GrizShock Vandals In 75-33 Blowout
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 22, 2010
The Montana Grizzlies sprinted out of the gates and shocked the Idaho Vandals in a 75-33 victory Monday night at UM's
Dahlberg Arena. More
11Will Cherry Picks Up Player Of The Week Award
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 24, 2010
Montana guard Will Cherry has been selected as the Big Sky Conference player of the week for games for games played
between Nov.16-22. More
Big Sky All-Conference Football Team - Griz
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 23, 2010
Congratulations to Trumaine Johnson (CB) & Erik Stoll (S) 1st Team Big Sky Defense. Russ Piette (G), Alex Verlanic
(C), Brody McNight (K) & Peter Nguyen (RS) on 2nd Team Big Sky Offense. Bryan Waldhauser (T), Severin Campbell
(DE) and Caleb McSurdy (ILB) 2nd Team Big Sky Defense. More
Griz Return To Action Against Fullerton
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 30, 2010
THE GAME: The University of Montana Grizzlies (2-2) will play their first game in more than a week, hosting the Cal
Fullerton Titans (1-3) on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 7:05 p.m. in UM’s 7,321-seat Dahlberg Arena (press row phone: 406-243-
4281).More PDF Version
2010-11 Grizzly Basketball Yearbook
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 30, 2010
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Griz Overcome Halftime Deficit To Drop Titans
Montanagrizzlies.com - November 30, 2010
Will Cherry scored 24 points to lead the Montana Grizzlies to a 75-67 come-from-behind win over a physical Cal State
Fullerton team Tuesday night at Montana's Dahlberg Arena. More
Lebsock Commits To Griz
Billingsgazette.com – November 30, 2010
Billings Skyview football standout Connor Lebsock has made a verbal commitment to play for the University of Montana.
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Griz Hosts Pilots Friday, At UCLA Sunday
Montanagrizzlies.com - December 2, 2010
THE GAMES: The University of Montana Grizzlies (3-2) host the University of Portland Pilots (6-2) on Friday, Dec. 3, at
7:05 p.m. in UM's 7,321-seat Dahlberg Arena (press row phone: 406-243-4281). More PDFversion
Grizzly hoopsters shock Bruins in 66-57 win
Montanagrizzlies.com - December 5, 2010
The University of Montana Grizzly basketball team acomplished the unthinkable and registered a marquee victory,
defeating the host UCLA Bruins 66-57 in fabled Pauley Pavilion in a non-conference game Sunday evening. More
Portland Pilots hold off Grizzlies, 58-54
Montanagrizzlies.com - December 3, 2010
The University of Montana Grizzlies overcame a double-digit deficit, but it was not enough, as they lost 58-54 to the
University of Portland Pilots Friday night in a non-league game in UM’s Dahlberg Arena (attendance: 3,589). More
Cherry earns second POW nod in three weeks
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 6, 2010
Montana’s Will Cherry has been selected as the Big Sky Conference men’s basketball player of the week after leading his
team to a 2-1 record, including a road victory over UCLA. More
Griz return home to face NAIA Argos
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 7, 2010
THE GAME: The University of Montana Grizzlies (4-3) are back home, hosting the University of Great Falls Argonauts (4-
6) on Thursday, Dec. 9, at 7:05 p.m. (Mtn.) in UM’s Dahlberg Arena (7,321). (Press row phone: 406-243-4281). More
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12Hellgate’s Jesse Ginn is big backyard find for Griz
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 7, 2010
Big guys with interior-ready frames aren't easy to find, but the Montana Grizzlies found one in their own back yard - Jesse
Ginn out of Missoula Hellgate High School. More
Johnson named to AFCA All-America team
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 7, 2010
Trumaine Johnson was named to the 2010 AFCA Football Championship Subdivision Coaches’ All-America
Team Tuesday. More
Montana dominates Argonauts 85-50
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 7, 2010
The opposing teams colors were once again powder blue and gold and the outcome was the same on the win column for
the Montana Grizzlies. More
Griz fall in overtime at San Francisco, 48-50
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 12, 2010
The University of Montana struggled offensively in overtime, as the University of San Francisco Dons defeated the
Grizzlies 50-48 in OT in a non-conference game in USF’s War Memorial Gymnasium Sunday afternoon. More
Dave Dickenson to run Stampeder’s Offense
Missoulian.com – December 9, 2010
HELENA (AP) - Calgary Stampeders coach and general manager John Hufnagel says quarterbacks coach Dave
Dickenson will be promoted to offensive coordinator for the 2011 season. More
2011 Griz football schedule released
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 12, 2010
The University of Montana Grizzlies will play six home football games in 2011, and will begin the season versus a
powerful Southeastern Conference team and then return to Washington-Grizzly Stadium against two teams that the Griz
narrowly lost to last season. More
Griz shoot for Pac-10 sweep Wednesday
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 13, 2010
HE GAME: The University of Montana Grizzlies (5-4) are back home for one game this week, hosting the Oregon State
Beavers (4-4) on Wednesday, Dec. 15, at 7:05 p.m. (Mtn.) in UM’s Dahlberg Arena (7,321). (Press row phone: 406-243-
4281). More PDF Version
Johnson named to Camp All-America team
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 14, 2010
University of Montana defensive back Trumaine Johnson has been selected to the 2010 Walter Camp Football
Championship Subdivision All-America Team, it was announced today. More
A message from coach Wayne Tinkle
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 13, 2010
Students, help the Griz beat Oregon State. More
Griz start road swing with Idaho rematch
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 16, 2010
THE GAME: The University of Montana Grizzlies (6-4) are on the road for a pair of games, beginning with the University
of Idaho Vandals (5-4) on Saturday, Dec. 18, at 8:05 p.m. (Mtn.) in UI’s Cowan Spectrum (7,000). (Press row phone: 208-
885-0211). UP NEXT: The Griz are at Cal State Fullerton on Wednesday, Dec. 22 for an 8:05 p.m. game. More PDF
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13Qvale's career night leads Griz over OSU
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 15, 2010
Senior center Brian Qvale had a career highs of 27 points and 18 rebounds and sophomore guard Will Cherry added 22
points and five steals, to lead the University of Montana Grizzlies to a 71-66 non-conference victory over Oregon State at
Dahlberg Arena Wednesday night. More
Griz nip Vandals 64-63
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 18, 2010
Junior guard Derek Selvig drained an 8-foot jumper with 5.5 seconds remaining, as The University of Montana Grizzlies
edged the University of Idaho Vandals 64-63 Saturday evening in a non-conference game in UI’s Kibbie Dome/Cowan
Spectrum. More
Griz square off with Titans for second time
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 20, 2010
THE GAME: The University of Montana Grizzlies (7-4) are on the road for a nonconference game, playing the Cal State
Fullerton Titans (4-7) on Wednesday, Dec. 22, at 8:05 p.m. (Mtn.) in Titan Gym (4,000). (657-278-5700). More PDF
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Montana’s Breske says no to N. Colorado
Missoulian.com – December 23, 2010
Montana defensive coordinator Mike Breske has taken his name out of the running for the vacant head football coaching
position at Northern Colorado, Breske said Thursday. More
Griz close out pre-league play with road win
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 22, 2010
Junior forward Art Steward scored a career-high 24 points to lead The University of Montana Grizzlies to a 71-57 victory
over the Cal State Fullerton Titans Wednesday evening in a non-conference game in CSF’s Titan Gym. More
UM's Qvale Claims Honor
Bigskyconf.com - December 20, 2010
Montana’s Brian Qvale has been selected as the Big Sky Conference men’s basketball player of the week after leading
his team to victories over Oregon State and Idaho. More PDF Version
UM's Cherry lead D-I in steals per game
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 20, 2010
The University of Montana’s Will Cherry leads Division I in steals per game for the second week in a row, averaging 4.1
per contest. Cherry, a 6-1 sophomore from Oakland, Calif. (McClymonds High School) has 45 steals in 11 games so far
this season. In 43 (33 starts) games Cherry has 106 career steals, which ranks him 11th in Montana history. More
Here’s hoping 2011 is better for the Griz
Missoulian.com – December 23, 2010
The message was flattering and at the same time thought-provoking. In case you didn't catch it, John Blanchette of the
Spokesman-Review in Spokane blew a big kiss to Griz football fans in a mid-December column. He marveled at the lack
of support for Eastern Washington's FCS playoff run and held up Montana as a model. More
Mariani breaks Titans’ kickoff return record
Ktvq.com – December 26, 2010
Sunday, the Tennessee Titans' rookie broke the team's single season kick return record. Mariani needed just 5 yards and
returned his first kickoff 14 yards, breaking the franchise's 47 year old record of 1,317 yards.
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Grading the Griz at mid-season
Missoulian.com – December 28, 2010
There's little time for Big Sky Conference men's basketball teams to digest those Christmas fruit cakes. They get back to
work this week when league play begins. More
14Griz host Jacks in afternoon game
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 28, 2010
THE GAME: The University of Montana Grizzlies (8-4) begin their 2010-2011 Big Sky Conference season, hosting the
Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (8-4/0-0) on Wednesday, Dec. 29, at 1:05 p.m. (Mtn.) in UM’s Dahlberg Arena
(7,321/Press Row: 406-243-4281). More PDF Version
Griz beat Northern Arizona 83-80
Missoulian.com – December 29, 2010
Will Cherry scored a career-high 27 points to lead the Montana men's basketball team to an 83-80 win over Northern
Arizona in the Grizzlies' Big Sky Conference opener Wednesday afternoon at Dahlberg Arena. More
Former Griz Marc Mariani chosen for Pro Bowl
Missoulian.com – December 28, 2010
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Tennessee defensive end Jason Babin and rookie returner Marc Mariani have been named to the
AFC Pro Bowl roster. More
Pro Bowler Mariani one of many Griz in NFL
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 30, 2010
Former University of Montana football star Marc Mariani, one of several Grizzly alums in the National Football League,
was recently named to the 2011 NFL Pro Bowl. More
Griz football picks up junior college standout
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 30, 2010
Cornerback Kevin Frank Jr., a standout at Sierra College in Rocklin, Calif. the past two seasons, recently signed a
National Letter of Intent to play for The University of Montana Grizzlies, announced second-year UM head coach Robin
Pflugrad. More
Griz top Weber in New Year's Eve blowout
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 31, 2010
Junior forward Derek Selvig scored a career-high 23 points to lead The University of Montana Grizzlies to a 75-56 victory
over the defending Big Sky Conference champion Weber State Wildcats in a Friday afternoon tilt at Montana's Dahlberg
arena. More
Pro Bowler Mariani one of many Griz in NFL
Montanagrizzlies.com – December 30, 2010
Former University of Montana football star Marc Mariani, one of several Grizzly alums in the National Football League,
was recently named to the 2011 NFL Pro Bowl. More
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