C.M. Russell High special teams powers win over Belgrade in conference opener

Note: This story has been updated to add a quote, video, and statistics. The C.M. Russell High special teams were just that on Thursday, Sept. 10, as the Rustlers cruised to a 28-3 Eastern AA victory at Memorial Stadium. Cornerback Carson Hollern returned a punt 80 yards for a touchdown less than four minutes into the game before Gage Allen recovered a blocked punt in the end zone for a score and recorded a blocked punt himself in the second quarter as CMR built the four-possession lead at halftime. Defensive end Ryan Gilbertson knocked down the Belgrade punt leading to the Allen touchdown and also recorded a sack, while quarterback Beckett Crouch slung a pair of first-half scores. Crouch hit receiver Devyn Smith for a 25-yard catch-and-run score early in the second quarter prior to finding Nick Stimac in the end zone from 22 yards out late in the second frame. The Panthers’ lone first-half score came on a Cooper Holland 22-yard field goal in the first quarter, capitalizing on a Rustlers’ muffed punt at their own 20. Belgrade drove down to the CMR 1-yard line in the fourth quarter but the Rustler defense held on downs, and corner Kawiwo’ole

Area Students Selected as MSU Hilleman Scholars

(Bozeman) – Kaleb Rock of Havre, Carter Rayburn of Chinook, and Xavier Young of Harlem are among 64 Montana students selected for Montana State University’s 11th class of Hilleman Scholars.The program recognizes incoming freshmen for their academic, leadership, and career potential, specifically targeting students from communities across the state.

MHP Says Remember School Bus and School Zone Laws

(Boulder) – Students are back in school and the Montana Highway Patrol is urging motorists to re-acquaint themselves with school bus and school zone laws. Officers reported over 100 school bus violations last school year, and Colonel Kurt Sager says that number needs to drop to ensure student safety.Drivers are reminded to prepare to slow down when amber lights flash, and stop at least 30 feet away when red lights blink.

Guest opinion: University presidents speak on the value of higher education

When most people think of the new year, they think of January, but for many of us associated with education from preschool through to the highest levels, the novelty and excitement of new beginnings belong to autumn. As presidents of Montana’s two flagship universities, we are fortunate to have front-row seats to the energy that the beginning of the fall semester brings to Montana State University, the University of Montana, and the array of the Montana University System’s campuses across the state. For the new students straight out of high school hoping to shape their futures and create lifetime memories to the continuing students who are building on and refining their academic pursuits to the adult learners changing careers, Montana’s public universities and colleges are uniquely positioned to be powerful engines of personal reinvention. The evidence is clear: A postsecondary degree or certification leads to higher wages, greater career satisfaction, more meaningful community involvement, economic mobility, and even enhanced physical and mental health. As educational professionals with years of experience in the classroom and in leadership positions, we have seen time and again that those who invest their time and resources in postsecondary education realize a profound return on their

High School Football scores for Sept. 4, 2026

Gianforte Hall Grand Opening Set at MSU

Montana State University will hold a grand opening ceremony for Gianforte Hall, a new building housing computing-related fields including cybersecurity, film, photography and music technologies, at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. The outdoor event is free and open to the public. Scheduled speakers include Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte, MSU President...

Leadership program for first-year business students at Montana State sees continued success

The day before fall semester classes began, a group of incoming Montana State University business students hiked the iconic “M” trail and continued forming connections with their peers. Step-by-step up the dirt trail, climbing over rocky slabs and through green forest, staff from the Jake Jabs College of...

Bozeman, MSU team up to track Sourdough watershed conditions

BOZEMAN, Mont. — The City of Bozeman and Montana State University are working together on a new monitoring project in the Sourdough drainage area to better track water conditions tied to the city’s supply. MSU plans to install new equipment in the next few weeks in the watershed....

Class AA: Kalispell Glacier trounces Bozeman, Great Falls CMR upsets Missoula Sentinel

Here is a roundup of scores and highlights from Class AA football action across Montana on Friday night.

The Most Affordable College Town in Montana Has a City Under Its Streets

A fire destroyed the business district of Havre in 1904, and the merchants did something unusual. Rather than wait for the brick replacements to go up, they moved their shops into the basements and tunnels beneath the street and kept trading down there. Some of those spaces were already occupied by businesses that preferred not […]

High School Football scores for Sept. 4, 2026

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Gallatin girls flag football team building legacy in inaugural season

Girls high school flag football continues to grow across the Treasure State and this year the Gallatin Valley is immersed in that growth with Gallatin High, Belgrade High and Bozeman High all fielding teams for the first time this fall. Gallatin High has started their season 1-0 with a weather-shortened...

Bobcat commit, Laurel's Kade Leibrand happy to call Bozeman future home

LAUREL, Mont. -- Laurel High School standout Kade Leibrand is one of the latest in-state prospect set to take his talents to the Montana State football program. Leibrand, a senior for the Laurel Locomotives, committed to the Bobcats in April and as of now is committed as an offensive and defensive lineman.

How to watch Glacier vs Bozeman high school football

Glacier takes on Bozeman tonight as the 2026 high school football schedule ramps up across the country. Searching for how to watch the game live? Fans can stream the Montana high school football game live on the NFHS Network from a laptop, mobile device or even Smart TV apps like Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Google TV and Roku. Don't miss a moment of the game with on-demand replays, too. Ahead of the kickoff, here's what to know about the Glacier vs. Bozeman clash. Looking beyond the football field? The digital streaming service broadcasts the best of preps action from more than 30 sports all season, so fans can watch more of their favorite high school teams . Watch Glacier vs. Bozeman When is Glacier (Montana) vs. Bozeman? Glacier takes on Bozeman on Sept. 4. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. MDT. More: High school football rankings: USA TODAY Sports reveals Week 2 Super 25 Watch Glacier vs. Bozeman This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How to watch Glacier vs Bozeman high school football Information in this article was imported automatically into a template written and reviewed by a USA TODAY Sports editor. You can send feedback using this form.

Best high schools in Montana

Stacker compiled a list of the best high schools in Montana using data from the Niche. Niche uses seven weighted factors for its rankings. A majority of the score is based on academics, but other factors include culture and diversity; sports; clubs and activities; resources; and surveys of parents, teachers, and students. You can read more about Niche's methodology here.

Bozeman School District requires app to limit phone use in high schools

BOZEMAN, Mont. — Bozeman School District 7 began the school year with a new requirement for high school students who bring phones into school buildings. The district said students who want to carry a phone inside must download an app called The Commons. The app blocks access to social media and other apps when a phone enters the school geofence, but it still allows calls and text messages.

MSU Bozeman Wants Your Help in Shaping Future

(Bozeman) – Montana State University in Bozeman is looking for your input to help shape its future. The university is inviting Montana residents to share feedback on proposed projects for its upcoming strategic plan. You can participate in person at a free public forum on Wednesday, September 9th, from...

The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts Welcomes Musicians from Montana State University and University of Montana

The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts is excited to announce the fall installment of Cat-Griz Schools of Music: Shred at the Shane on Saturday, September 12th at 3 pm. Shred at the Shane is a celebration of the guitar in Montana. Faculty, students and alumni from Montana State University and University of Montana come together for this special event to present a musical tapestry of pieces that explore the guitar’s position in music today. Join us in celebrating the six-string wonder!

Friday night live: A timeline from Week 1 of the high school football season

Each Friday we keep a running tab of what's happening on the high school gridiron, sharing scores and key updates from around the state as they become available.

Bozeman opens season with dominant 56-14 road win over Hellgate

MISSOULA, Mont. - Opening night for the high school football season, and one of the first games for Class AA was a the Bozeman Hawks paying a visit to the Hellgate Knights. A rematch from last seasons first round matchup of the state playoffs where Bozeman handily won that 38-7. After Hellgate opened with a 62-yard touchdown pass, Bozeman answered with 35 straight points and pulled away behind two interception returns for scores in a season-opening road win in a rematch from the first round of last year's state tournament.