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Griz Assistant Coach Stunned, Reflective [AUDIO]
Once they called him Lurch, the gentle giant Scott Gragg who thrilled crowds with his ‘thunder roll’. Now, the young Grizzlies call him ‘Coach’. I spoke with Coach Gragg Thursday evening after a tumultuous day, an emotional roller coaster in which his friend and mentor Robin Pflugrad was released as head coach of the Grizzlies. That interview is attached.
It’s Official — O’Day And Pflugrad Out At UM
Here is the official transcript from President Royce Engstrom regarding the firings this morning of Athletics Director Jim O’Day and head football coach Robin Pflugrad. I have also attached responses from Paradise Falls owner Tom MacLaughlin and Press Box owner Gordy Fixx.
UM Fires O’Day And Pflugrad
The University of Montana reportedly has fired Athletic Director Jim O’Day and head football coach Robin Pflugrad. The President’s office will be releasing an official statement later today regarding the firings.
Target Range Reaches Out To Hurting Family [AUDIO]
After news reached Target Range School that a member of their student body had tragically died in an early morning fire, teachers and administrators went to work comforting students and gathering support for the family of 11 year-old 4th grader Dominick Sharpe. I spoke with Target Range Principal Luke Lazlovich Friday on our sister station 101.5 KGVO-FM.
Missoula Firefighter Sets New World Record [AUDIO]
On Sunday, March 11, 2012 1,550 firefighters representing 291 departments from 24
US states, Canada and Germany competed in this timed race to the top of the
Columbia Center in full combat gear and self contained breathing apparatus
(SCBA).
KPAX Sports Report On Griz NCAA Seeding [AUDIO]
KPAX cameras were on hand at Paradise Falls yesterday afternoon as CBS Sports announced the pairings for the NCAA Basketball Tournament. That audio is attached.
Griz Fight Back, Face Weber In Final [AUDIO]
The Montana Grizzlies overcame horrendous shooting in the first half and beat a scrappy Eastern Washington team 74-66 last night to set up their third meeting with the Weber State Wildcats tonight for the Big Sky Tournament championship. Click here for details
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Griz Take On Eagles In Semi-Finals Tonight [AUDIO]
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.
It’s Win-Or-Go-Home Time In Big Sky [AUDIO]
March Madness has arrived for the Big Sky Conference men’s and women’s teams. KPAX brings us a preview of the week ahead to see who advances to the NCAA Big Dance.
Click here for details!
Double Front Did It! 2,107 Dinners In One Day [AUDIO]
The Double Front Cafe surpassed their goal of 2,000 chicken dinners to celebrate their 51st anniversary on Tuesday. I spoke with Jason Herndon of the family-owned and operated cafe on Wednesday afternoon. That interview is attached.
Have a Safe Super Bowl Party [AUDIO]
Sunday is ‘the Big Game,’ and fans from all over the Missoula area will be partying hearty! The Missoula County Sheriff’s Department has some helpful tips on keeping the party safe and fun. I spoke with Public Information Officer Jason Johnson about their plans for Super Bowl Sunday. That interview is attached.