The Montana Western track and field teams are heading to Missoula for the Montana Open, marking the end of their regular season. Events start Friday at noon with women's hammer throw, followed by several field and running events through the weekend. The previous weekend, both teams finished fourth at the Trudnowski Open, where notable performances included wins by Brody Henry in the 800m and Justene Santi in the women's 400H.

By the Numbers
  • 24 UMW student-athletes are competing at the Montana Open.
  • 10 teams will be participating in the meet, including schools from the Montana area and beyond.
State of Play
  • The UMW men's and women's teams are coming off a strong showing at the Trudnowski Open.
  • The Montana Open serves as the final regular season meet, setting the stage for upcoming championships.
What's Next

After the Montana Open, the Bulldogs will compete in the Frontier Conference Outdoor Championships on May 2-3 in Dickinson, ND, where they aim to build on their current momentum.

Bottom Line

The performance at the Montana Open will be crucial for momentum heading into postseason competitions, making it essential for athletes to perform well in their respective events.