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Nuanez Now, formerly Tootell & Nuanez, is your chance to stay on top of all the latest city, state and regional sports news. 102.9 ESPN Missoula’s flagship show provides exposure and insight to teams and athletes in and around western Montana, from the preps to the pros, accentuating national ESPN content with stories specific to the state of Montana.
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On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Carolyn “the chick who doesn’t know sports” for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest sports gossip, including discussions surrounding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini, reactions to storylines from The Masters Tournament, and commentary on recent remarks made by Gary Player, along with other trending topics from around the sports world.Next, Geoff Safford sits down with Stef Ewing, head coach of the Montana Grizzlies softball, to discuss the team’s strong start to Big Sky Conference play and what’s been clicking for the Griz early in the conference season.
On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by golf expert Andrew Schmidt to break down the opening round of The Masters Tournament, discussing both the predictable performances and surprising results that emerged after the first 18 holes while highlighting key contenders and early storylines from Augusta.Next, Nuanez welcomes in Kelsey Phillips of the Montana Grizzlies women's tennis, who discusses her red-hot start to the singles season at 6-0 and earning Big Sky Conference Player of the Week honors, while diving into the skills she’s focused on improving and what’s fueled her early success.To wrap up the hour, Nuanez provides a live update from The Masters Tournament as the final groups finish their opening rounds, giving listeners the latest on the leaderboard and where the tournament stands heading into day two.
On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez is joined by Brent Pease, offensive coordinator for the Montana Grizzlies football, and Eric Sanders, the team’s defensive coordinator, for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest changes within the program, including adjustments on both sides of the ball, key coaching developments, and what to expect as the Griz prepare for their upcoming spring game this Friday.Next, Nuanez is joined by golf expert Andrew Schmidt to preview The Masters Tournament, breaking down top contenders, key storylines, and what to watch as one of golf’s premier events gets underway.
On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Sammy Akem for an “Inside the FCS” segment, as the two break down the Montana Grizzlies Pro Day highlighted by standout performances from Kenzel Lawler and Michael Wortham; they also reflect on former Griz and Cat standouts who may have had NFL potential if given a Pro Day opportunity, while comparing Michael Wortham and Junior Bergen and debating which player they would take in an NFL Draft scenario.Next, Nuanez continues the preview of the Montana State Spring Rodeo with an interview featuring Faith Marshall, diving into what to expect as the event gets underway and highlighting the preparation and excitement surrounding the competition.To close the hour, Nuanez shares his thoughts on the National Basketball Association, discussing issues like time management, teams tanking, and his belief that too many teams make the playoffs, while also offering insight into the current standings and overall state of the league.
On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez dives into the ongoing recruiting battle between the Montana Grizzlies football and Montana State Bobcats football, breaking down how both programs are approaching talent acquisition.He then welcomes in Iron Horse Golf Club pro Marcus Geer to preview The Masters Tournament, discussing key storylines, contenders to watch, and what fans can expect from one of golf’s biggest weekends.
On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship Game, highlighting key moments and takeaways before continuing his critique of playing tournament games in football stadiums, explaining how altered sight lines—especially from beyond the arc—make it significantly more difficult for players to shoot compared to traditional basketball arenas; he also continues his discussion on roster movement with the transfer portal opening, evaluating potential incoming transfers and returning players for both the Montana Grizzlies men's basketball and Montana Lady Griz basketball as well as the Montana State Bobcats men's basketball and Montana State Bobcats women's basketball.Next, Nuanez rolls through his “Treasure State Stars,” highlighting standout performances from around Montana, including Sydney Brewster for her strong showings in recent meets as one of the top throwers in the Big Sky, and Isaiah Crane after an impressive postseason run where he played a key role in Carroll College’s success.
On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez opens with a look at spring football for both the Montana Grizzlies football and Montana State Bobcats football, discussing early storylines and what to watch as both programs continue offseason preparations. He then sits down with Bobby Daly, defensive coordinator for the Montana State Bobcats football, to talk about his return to MSU, his experience coaching at the FBS level with UTEP Miners football, strategies for player retention in today’s evolving college football landscape, and more.
In the first segment of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down the latest results from the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, highlighting early takeaways and standout moments from around the bracket while also sounding off on games being played in football stadiums, arguing that the massive venues negatively impact players and lead to worse shooting and a diminished on-court product; he then shifts to both the Montana Grizzlies men's basketball and Montana Lady Griz basketball, discussing potential returning players, evaluating each program’s current NIL situation, and outlining what he believes should be the next move moving forward.Next, Nuanez sits down with Great Falls native and Montana State Bobcats senior Cole Dutton to preview the upcoming MSU spring rodeo, diving into what to expect as it kicks off this Thursday and what it means for competitors across the region.To close things out, Nuanez recaps the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship, highlighting UCLA Bruins women's basketball capturing their first-ever national title and capping off a dominant 37-1 season.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Carolyn “the CWDKS” for a wide-ranging sports conversation, as the two discuss the latest surrounding Tiger Woods, what’s going on with Puka Nacua, the current situation with NFL officiating and the possibility of interim referees next season, along with a variety of other trending topics from across the sports world.Next, Colter continues his breakdown of Montana’s Pro Day, this time featuring interviews with Michael Wortham and Kenzel Lawler as they discuss their performances and results.
In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana Broadcaster of the Year Ryan Tootell to break down the results of the Griz Pro Day, highlighted by impressive performances from Michael Wortham and Kenzel Lawler. The two also play a round of “Smart or Dumb,” reacting to recent NFL storylines, including Kirk Cousins signing with the Raiders and whether Kevin Stefanski can move the needle for the Falcons next season. Along the way, they also discuss the Montana vs. Montana State recruiting battle, share thoughts on the NCAA Tournament, and cover other sports storylines.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined live by Big Sky standout Eli Kasberg to discuss his team’s third-place finish at the Class AA state tournament. The two talk about Kasberg’s buzzer-beater game winner, the parity across AA basketball, and the impact of Zach Murphy stepping away from his role as head coach at Big Sky. They also touch on Kasberg’s impressive season as the Eagles’ quarterback on the football field. Next, Colter breaks down the defensive changes for the Montana Grizzlies, while also taking a look at the linebacker units for both Montana and Montana State, including the return of several key players—highlighted by Solomon Tuliapupu coming back for his ninth and final season of college football.
In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Brooks Nuanez to break down the Griz Pro Day and dive into offseason NFL storylines, including Kyler Murray heading to the Vikings and Kirk Cousins signing with the Raiders. The two also mix in some NBA talk, discussing load management, potential league expansion, and other key storylines from around the league.Next, Colter reports on former Montana State wide receiver Lance McCutcheon coming out of retirement to sign with the Tennessee Titans and discusses Pro Days for both Montana and Montana State.Lastly, Colter announces the departure of longtime Montana Grizzlies associate head coach Chris Cobb, who is taking a job at Saint Mary’s on Mickey McConnell’s staff.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by College Basketball Experience host Colby Dant to break down the NCAA Tournament up to this point. The two discuss the product on the court, the overall quality of teams this season, and share their thoughts on how the tournament has unfolded so far. They also look ahead to the remainder of the tournament, offering expectations for what’s to come with a chance to play for a national championship on the line.Next, Colter is joined by Washington State transfer and Montana Grizzlies running back Dylan Paine to discuss his path to Montana and how spring football has been going so far.
In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana Grizzlies wide receiver Sammy Akem for an in-depth look inside the FCS, as the two discuss spring football, preview upcoming pro days for both Montana and Montana State, and dive into a variety of topics surrounding the current landscape of college football, including a conversation about Cooper Kupp’s career and impact.Next, Colter welcomes Missoula native and future Lady Griz Avory Decoite into the studio to talk about her senior season at Big Sky, her decision to play for Montana next year, and what it means to follow in the footsteps of her father, David Decoite, a member of Montana’s 2001 FCS National Championship team.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down what he’s seen so far in the NCAA Tournament, continuing his discussion on the noticeable decline of Cinderella stories that once defined March Madness. He explores the reasons behind this shift, diving into how changes in the college sports landscape including the transfer portal and NIL are reshaping the tournament and impacting competitive balance. Nuanez also examines how each of the four remaining teams reached this point and gives his take on who has the edge heading into the Final Four matchups.Next, Colter shifts to the football side, discussing players participating in Montana and Montana State’s pro days and what it means for their opportunities at the next level.Lastly, Colter breaks down Bobby Kennedy’s one-year contract with the Grizzlies this season.
In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with an interview with women’s rodeo coach Kyle Whitaker, previewing the upcoming spring rodeo set for April 10–13 and discussing what to expect from the team as they prepare for competition. He then dives into a Prep Extra, highlighting standout performances from across Montana high school sports, including Billings West’s dominant wrestling season, where the Golden Bears went undefeated at 16-0 en route to their fourth straight state championship.Next, Colter breaks down news surrounding Montana Griz and Lady Griz basketball, including Money Williams entering the transfer portal for the men’s program and Brooklyn Hicks entering the portal for the women’s program, and what each move could mean for their respective teams moving forward.Lastly, Colter runs through his Treasure State Stars, highlighting the top athletic performances from around Montana this week, including a standout weekend from Montana Griz softball, which went 6-0 behind strong showings from Grace Lopez and Carah Sweet.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana Grizzlies running back and NFL agent Andrew Schmidt, along with Montana State wide receivers coach James Price, to continue the conversation surrounding the in-state recruiting battle between the Griz and Bobcats, offering insight from both a former player and a current coach on how the rivalry plays out on the recruiting trail. Next, Colter catches up with Kalispell native Isaac Keim following practice, where Keim talks about the head coaching transition, changes on the defensive side of the ball, and his shift from tight end to defensive end.
In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez dives into a wide range of basketball storylines from both the Treasure State and the national scene, including the news of Montana Grizzlies standout Money Williams entering the transfer portal and what it could mean for the program moving forward. He also recaps Montana State women’s WNIT run, which ended this weekend against South Dakota, and takes an early look at potential offseason roster changes for the Bobcats. Nuanez then breaks down NCAA Tournament action, highlighted by UConn’s dramatic last-second win over No. 1 Duke, while also touching on other key results and storylines shaping this year’s March Madness.Next, Colter reports on former Billings Skyview star Briana Williams entering the transfer portal and discusses the possibility of her joining the Lady Griz next season.Lastly, Colter continues to discuss the in-state recruiting battle between Montana and Montana State, including the news that Whitefish product Cooper Pelc has committed to join the Bobcats.
On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Carolyn “the chick who doesn’t know sports” for a mix of entertaining and unique sports stories. The two dive into the Boozer twins and their remarkable story, discuss the rise of High Point University, and react to comments from Cam Skattebo claiming CTE is fake, along with a lighthearted debate about the mystery surrounding Aaron Rodgers’ wife.Later, Geoff Safford sits down with Montana lacrosse leading goal scorer Reece Baron to talk about his journey back to the field after multiple injuries and to help preview a top-10 matchup between Montana and Montana State this evening.
On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by good friend and former Montana Broadcaster of the Year Ryan Tootell to cover a wide range of sports stories. The two discuss the latest news surrounding Tiger Woods, share their takeaways from recent NCAA Tournament action, and break down what they’ve learned from how the tournament has unfolded so far.They also dive into the possibility of Montana State making another run to the FCS National Championship next season, debating whether being viewed as the overwhelming favorite could make that path even more challenging. Plus, the guys debate whether it’s more difficult for an athlete from Montana to go professional in baseball or golf.
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