Montana capped the strongest fall season in program history with two wins at the ITA West Sectional in Phoenix. Junior Duncan McCall beat Stanford’s Mark Krupkin in singles, then teamed with Matt Upton to defeat an Arizona pair in doubles. The Grizzlies’ first-ever Sectional qualifiers had reached the Mountain Regional semifinals before earning their Phoenix trip.

By the Numbers
  • McCall beat Krupkin, 6-2, 6-3.
  • McCall and Upton beat Arizona, 8-2.
  • Montana swept the doubles competition at the Colorado Cup.
Yes, But

Both Grizzlies lost in the tournament’s main draws and also fell in consolation play. Coach Jason Brown said facing top programs exposed the level Montana must reach, while the pair of wins and strong fall results gave him confidence in the team’s readiness.

What's Next

Montana takes its fall momentum into the spring dual season, aiming for its second Big Sky title in three years despite losing two standout players to graduation.

Bottom Line

The tournament ended with setbacks, but Montana’s historic fall suggests the Grizzlies may be ready to compete now—not just rebuild for later.