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Modern Day Superhero University of New Hampshire's Cameron Lyle

Joy Larson — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:00:57 +0000

Most college athletes eat, sleep and breath their sport. They have worked hard to be able to compete in their sport at a college level, and many have received scholarships for their hard work and talent. Endless hours of training and practice consume a college athlete’s life. So, why would one such athlete give up his last chance to enjoy the sport he loves, and in his senior year no less? To save someone else’s life.

Best Flies for Catching Fish During Winter in Montana

Joy Larson — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:15:35 +0000

I’m sorry to inform you that this list is going to be rather short, as the fish naturally have limited real flies to choose from this time of year. This means, we don’t have very many tied flies that will work in the winter. My husband is an avid fly fisherman, even in the winter [...]

Weird Hockey Injuries That Didn't Happen on the Ice

Joy Larson — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 21:58:37 +0000

Hockey is known for being a rough sport. It is the definition of full contact. I don’t think I’ve ever met a hockey player who had all his teeth. Hockey players are notorious for getting in fights and getting injured. So, I’ve dug up a list of professional hockey players, who sustained injuries off the ice, instead of on.

Missoula Pond Hockey Tournament Update – New Date

Nikki — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:03:32 +0000

Originally, the 2013 Missoula Pond Hockey Tournament was scheduled for January 26-27, but due to dissatisfactory weather that could impact ice conditions on our rinks, we have changed the date for our tournament to February 2-3. Yes, we are aware that this happens to fall on the same weekend as the Super Bowl. Honestly, I [...]

Missoula Parks And Recreation Opens New Sports And Wellness Center [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 23:58:01 +0000

Come to the grand opening of the new Parks and Recreation Sports and Wellness Center.

Brock Coyle Named Co – Defensive Player of the Week

Peter Christian — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 23:20:36 +0000

University of Montana Grizzly linebacker Brock Coyle was selected by the Big Sky Conference Monday as the ROOT Sports co-defensive player of the week for his performance against Northern Colorado on Saturday. Coyle racked up 11 tackles, a sack, a fumble recovery and two pass breakups. He picked up the fumble and ran 23 yards [...]

What Grade Would You Give The University of Montana Football Program? [Poll]

Jon King — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 19:32:55 +0000

Maggotfest 2012 In Missoula

Angel — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:58:04 +0000

There are a few key words that you can say to make a Missoulian get instant flashbacks. Testyfest, Foresters’ Ball, Griz tailgating, MAGGOTFEST. As much as the organization wants you to focus on the athleticism of the event, most everybody instantly thinks “party!” when you bring up Maggotfest. When you throw a gathering as [...]

Forking Off — Missoula Dude Picks Up a Quarter With His Forklift

Angel — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:30:52 +0000

Who knew fork lifting was a sport? Well it sure as Hell is, with fork lifting champs all over the world slacking off at work daily to practice their tricks. Here’s proof, watch this guy use his fork lift to pick up a quarter and drop it into a 2 liter soda bottle. After seeing [...]

Bobby Petrino's Other Mistress Is A Busty Modeling Secretary

Patrick Bateman — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:20:43 +0000

This has been a rough year for college sports and it an even rougher month for Arkansas football coach Bobby Petrino. After losing his job for lying to adminstrators about his relationship with fellow staffer Jessica Dorrell, it turns out after a review of his phone records that he had some kind of a relationship with former model and (soon-to-be former?) Senate Assistant at Republican Party of Arkansas, Alison Melder

Shockey Snitched For A Free Sean Payton T-Shirt

Patrick Bateman — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 01:33:02 +0000

ESPN’s “First Take” analyst Skip Bayless was all smiles after his #FreeTebow campaign lead to the Broncos trading Tim Tebow to the Jets. But, there’s a new movement to free another major NFL member – Saints coach Sean Payton. The man who helped bring a national championship to N’awlins finally received his punishment from the [...]

Kickboxer Knocks Himself Out

Tanya Sapula — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:33 +0000

It takes a combination of strength, stamina, precision and skill to knock out your opponent in the ring. But it takes a special kind of athlete to knock yourself out. The formula for success failure includes bad timing, miscalculation, and an overly aggressive high kick that channels too much Chuck Norris. [Via: Funny or Die] [...]

Mads Ostberg's World Record-Breaking Snow Jump

Danny Gallagher — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 03:24:33 +0000

Most of us will never be able to experience the thrill of breaking a world record, but thanks to rally driver Mads Ostberg, you can now cross longest snow jump in a car off your bucket list. Ostberg and his WRC Ford Fiesta jumped a record setting 164 feet to take over the top spot. [...]

New Orleans Saints Coach Sean Payton Suspended One Year By NFL

Joe Student — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:12:54 +0000

The NFL has suspended New Orleans Saints’ head coach Sean Payton for one year as punishment for the team’s admitted use of a bounty system from 2009 to 2011. Payton was aware of the system, which compensated players for hits inflicted on opponents.

Payton’s suspension is slated to begin April 1.

Name That Bruise For Roller Derby Tickets

Angel — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:06:12 +0000

The last time any of the Hellgate Rollergirls were 100% completely bruise free, was when they were safe in their mommy’s tummy. With monthly bouts and constant practice, these girls really take a beating. Even with all the helmets, pads & safety gear, they end up with some boo boos. Here are some of the [...]

Griz Take On Eagles In Semi-Finals Tonight [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:15:09 +0000

The Montana Grizzlies take another step toward the big dance with a Big Sky Conference Tournament semi-final game tonight against the Eastern Washington Eagles. KPAX has a preview of the Griz game…and a big honor for Katie Baker of the Lady Griz as well. That report is attached. The Griz game can be heard tonight [...]

Jimmy Fallon (as Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder) Sings 'Jeremy (Lin)'

Spencer Kaufman — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:28:21 +0000

On his late-night talk show Thursday night, Jimmy Fallon channeled Eddie Vedder to sing a tribute to New York Knicks sensation Jeremy Lin. Fallon reworked the lyrics to Pearl Jam‘s classic ‘Jeremy’ to reflect the ‘Linsanity’ that has taken over the NBA the past few weeks.

Everything You Need to Know About 2011 Sports

GuySpeed Editors — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:30:03 +0000

2011 was a wild year in the world of sports. Sadly, much of the drama occurred off the field and left many of us vainly searching for an answer to the question, “How could they have let this happen?” But fortunately, there were also a lot of great team and individual accomplishments to be enjoyed. Here is a loo

Holiday Shopping: Urban Sprinting

KC — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:31:17 +0000

You know you have seen all the holiday shoppers wandering around the mall like a bunch of zombies or cattle. It is the picture of Capitalism. What better way to add a little Anarchy to the picture than some Urban Sprinting. I suggest you not try this! I have been watching a British show on [...]