Missouri State University-West Plains Grizzly Athletics is gearing up for an action-packed slate of events across volleyball, basketball, rodeo, and community events, as reported on the latest Grizzly Review presented by Don’s Auto Service on Ozark Radio News.
Grizzly Volleyball Enters Postseason with Momentum
Following back-to-back victories over host East Central College and Allen County at Union, Missouri, the Grizzly volleyball team captured its first consecutive wins of the season.
The squad carries that momentum straight into postseason play as they travel to Park Hills, Missouri, on Friday to take on Mineral Area College in regional tournament competition at 5:00 p.m.
Men’s Basketball Opens Season in Illinois
Grizzly Basketball officially tips off its season this weekend in Mattoon, Illinois, competing in a two-day tournament hosted by Lake Land College.
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Friday: Grizzlies vs. Lake Land College at 8:00 p.m.
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Saturday: Grizzlies vs. Lincoln Trail College (afternoon)
While this opening weekend will not be broadcast on radio, coverage resumes on radio and live stream starting in November. Fans can mark their calendars for the home opener at the West Plains Civic Center on November 10 when the Grizzlies host Lake Land College in a rematch.
Rodeo Team Prepares for Murray State
Building off their historic home inaugural rodeo at the local fairgrounds, the Grizzly Rodeo team is preparing for a three-day event in Murray, Kentucky, set to begin on November 19.
Community Spotlight: 2nd Annual Dugout Club Trivia Night
Supporters of local athletics can join the West Plains Area Dugout Club for its 2nd Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, November 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the MSU-West Plains Student Recreation Center.
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Entry: $25 per person or $200 for a team table (up to 8 players).
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Registration: Call 417-293-8383.
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Cause: Proceeds support the new Dirt to Diamonds baseball complex development.
