Sports

Finally, an easy one: US rolls by Japan 98-45 at World Cup

Published on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 3:41pm
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SHANGHAI (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored 20 points, Kemba Walker added 15 and the U.S. World Cup team finally got to enjoy an easy night, rolling past Japan 98-45 Thursday in the Group E finale.

Harrison Barnes scored 14 points while Joe Harris and Donovan Mitchell each had 10 for the Americans (3-0), who are bidding for an unprecedented third consecutive World Cup title.

And now, the NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo awaits the Americans as the stakes get higher.

Bruins sweep West Yellowstone in 3 sets

Published on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 3:11pm
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The Gardiner Bruins hosted the West Yellowstone Wolverines for their first home volleyball game of the season, Wednesday night at Gardiner High School.

The Bruins fell down early in the first set, but after rallying to tie the Wolverines at five, Gardiner never trailed again. The Bruins had a 13-10 advantage before rattling off a 9-0 run and taking a 22-10 lead. A few points later, the Bruins took the first set 25-12.

11th annual Night Owl Run takes place Friday

Published on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 3:07pm

The annual Night Owl Run takes place at 7 p.m. on Friday. 

The Night Owl Run is a fun run or walk on a 4.06-mile course. At its core, it is a way to bring together a community of people who are passionate about health, wellness and education in a fun way, according to a press release from event directors. 

The goal of the run is to raise funds to support local education and health-related youth programs in the community.   

Over the past 10 years, the Night Owl Run has distributed almost $57,700 throughout the Livingston community, according to the release.  

Big Bear Stampede Trail run supports mental health

Published on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 3:06pm

The Big Bear Stampede Trail Race takes the term “Run for Your Life” literally.  The race is an opportunity to recognize those who struggle with anxiety and depression while running on a mountain course in the Gallatin National Forest above Gardiner, according to a press release. As mental health advocates, Big Bear Stampede hosts 9K and 5K runs, as well as a 5K walk at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7. 

The “Super Kid” race includes a 1K obstacle course for kids without an entry charge. Kids will get to pick money off the “Money Tree” and meet Smokey Bear at the end of the race.

PREP SPORTS SCHEDULE

Published on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 3:05pm

Thursday, Sept. 5

• Golf: Park at Fergus, 10 a.m.

• Volleyball: Shields Valley vs Lone Peak, 5 p.m.

 

Friday, Sept. 6

• Cross Country: Sweet Grass County at Hardin, 10 a.m.

• Boys’ Soccer: Park vs. Whitefish, 3 p.m.

• Girls’ Soccer: Park vs Whitefish, 5 p.m.

• Volleyball: Gardiner at White Sulphur Springs, 5 p.m.

• Volleyball: Park at Cody Tournament, TBA

Packers and Bears reverse roles in NFL’s 100th season opener

Published on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 3:04pm
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CHICAGO (AP) — The NFL’s oldest rivalry takes on a different look to open the league’s 100th season.

It’s a role reversal for the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers.

A year after new coach Matt Nagy took quarterback Mitchell Trubisky and the Bears to Lambeau Field to kick off the season, the script flipped, with Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and new coach Matt LaFleur coming to Soldier Field.

“It was always big Chicago against little Green Bay,” Rodgers said. “We’ve held our own over the years and it’s always been a great rivalry.

US forward Tatum to miss 2 games with ankle sprain

Published on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 3:01pm

SHANGHAI (AP) — U.S. forward Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics will miss at least the Americans’ next two games at the World Cup because of a sprained left ankle.

Tatum will not play against Japan on Thursday or in the Americans’ first second-round game on Saturday. He will be re-evaluated Monday, the same day the Americans play their final second-round matchup.

Gilbert shines for Shields Valley; Byrd fuels Bruins’ blowout

Published on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 4:00pm
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Football season has finally arrived in Montana. Can you feel it? It’s marked by fans filing into a stadium on a Friday night where the smell of food from the concession stand fills the air. The marching band plays to cover the subtle hum of the stadium lights that illuminate the field. Students cheer on their classmates as day turns to night and, at the end of it all, someone goes home a winner.

Here’s a look at some games from around the area:

 

Shields Valley Rebels vs. Sheridan Panthers

 

Park hosts Seamus Camp Cross Country Invitational

Published on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 3:55pm
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Some early rain wasn’t enough to slow runners down at the Park High School Seamus Camp Cross Country Invitational. Schools from around the state gathered at the track at McLeod Field on Friday morning to compete in Park’s only home cross country meet of the season. 

The course began at the track and continued toward the trail along the Yellowstone River next to the Miles Park Baseball and Softball Complex. The course then cut through the complex and connected back with the track. Runners were required to complete three laps on the course, totaling around 3 miles.

PREP SPORTS SCHEDULE

Published on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 3:50pm

Today, Sept. 3

• Volleyball: Sweet Grass County vs. Columbus, 4 p.m.

• Volleyball: Shields Valley at White Sulphur Springs, 4 p.m.

• Volleyball: Gardiner vs. West Yellowstone, 4 p.m.

 

Thursday, Sept. 5

• Golf: Park at Fergus, 10 a.m.

• Volleyball: Shields Valley vs Lone Peak, 5 p.m.

 

Friday , Sept. 6

• Cross Country: Sweet Grass County at Hardin, 10 a.m.