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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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Colter Nuanez and the CWDKS crew kick off the second hour with a fun and lively discussion, diving into some of the latest headlines and buzzworthy stories from around the sports world. (00:07)Then, Colter is joined by Sentinel High School head coach Dane Oliver to talk about the Spartans’ impressive start to the season and what’s ahead as they push toward the postseason. (32:14)
Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with Northern Arizona quarterback Ty Pennington to preview the Lumberjacks’ upcoming matchup against Montana State and how NAU is preparing for the challenge. (19:55)Then, Idaho State quarterback Jordan Cooke joins the show to break down the Bengals’ home game against the Montana Grizzlies and reflect on the team's development this season. (27:15)To wrap up the hour, Colter catches up with Griz legend and current broadcaster Jordan Tripp to hear how things are going in the booth and get his insights on Montana’s big game against Idaho State. (45:00)
Colter Nuanez is joined by Brooks Nuanez to break down the biggest storylines from the past week and preview the upcoming NFL weekend. They play “Guess the Line,” analyze key matchups, and build a few parlays along the way.Then, Montana Hockey assistant coach Mike Anderson joins the show live to preview their road matchup in Helena against Utah State and look ahead to the Griz’s home-opening series this weekend in Missoula.
Colter Nuanez catches up with Idaho State head coach Cody Hawkins to preview the Bengals' upcoming home matchup against Montana. They discuss the team's preparation, key matchups, and what to expect in Saturday's Big Sky showdown. Next, Colter turns to Griz Soccer and sits down with Kalispell native and Montana sophomore Regan Brisendine to talk about her breakout season and the team’s momentum heading into the final stretch.
Colter Nuanez is joined by Trey Bender, the new play-by-play voice of the Montana Grizzlies, to talk about his broadcast partnership with Griz legend Jordan Tripp, the storylines he’s enjoyed following this season, and his perspective on Montana’s recent top-10 win and their potential heading into the stretch run. (1:28)Then, Colter catches up with Butte native and Montana safety Tanner Huff — last year’s Hauck Family Special Teams Award winner — to discuss what it means to play for his home-state team, the Grizzlies he looked up to growing up, and what it's like entering his final season in maroon and silver. (31:36)
Colter Nuanez is joined by FCS expert Sam Herder to break down last weekend’s results across the Big Sky Conference, with in-depth analysis of the top teams in the FCS — including Montana and Montana State. They also explore potential changes to the FCS playoff format and what those changes could mean going forward. (3:33)Then, in the Montana State Minute, Colter recaps the Bobcats’ latest win and catches up with punter/kicker Colby Frokjer, who stole the spotlight with a touchdown on a perfectly executed fake kick against Eastern Washington. (32:30)To close the hour, Colter previews the MLB playoff landscape and the biggest storylines to watch as October baseball heats up. (45:48)
Colter Nuanez turns the spotlight to standout performances across Grizzly athletics beyond the football field.He breaks down Griz Volleyball’s red-hot start and 10-match win streak to open the season with insight from head coach Allison Lawrence.Then, Colter covers the strong start to the season for Montana Soccer and sits down with Missoula native Liv Thorne-Thomsen to discuss the team’s early success.To close the hour, Colter previews the upcoming matchups for both the Grizzlies and Bobcats, and is joined by Montana offensive lineman Liam Brown to recap the Griz’s top-10 win over Idaho at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.
Colter Nuanez opens the show with Gallatin Raptors head coach Hunter Chandler to break down their big win over Bozeman and what’s fueling their impressive 5–0 start to the season.Next, Colter unveils his 12 Treasure State Stars of the Week, spotlighting standout performances from across Montana — including Missoula native Adam Peterman’s top-10 finish at the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Spain.To wrap up the hour, Colter announces his Vertical Raise Player of the Week.
In the second hour, Colter Nuanez is joined in studio by former Montana Sportscaster of the Year Ryan Tootell as they continue their breakdown of last weekend’s Montana and Montana State football games.To close out the hour, Colter and Ryan turn their attention to the NFL—diving into results of Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, top headlines, standout performances, and key storylines from around the league.
Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with a full breakdown of the weekend’s games for both the Montana Grizzlies and the Montana State Bobcats. Tune in for exclusive interviews with:Montana head coach Bobby HauckMontana State head coach Brent VigenMontana State quarterback Justin LamsonPlus, in-depth analysis, key takeaways, and a look ahead at what’s next in Big Sky Conference football.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter is joined by fan favorite CWDKS for a fun and wide-ranging dive into the latest sports gossip. They chat about what Lane Kiffin’s daughter has been up to, the ongoing drama in Russell Wilson’s career, and the surprising Nike x Skims collaboration making waves in the sportswear scene.Then, Big Sky High School head coach Matt Johnson joins the show to talk about the Eagles’ historic 4-0 start, what’s clicking for his team early in the season, and how they plan to keep the momentum going.
Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with Idaho Vandals head coach Thomas Ford Jr. to preview their marquee matchup against Montana at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Coach Ford shares insight on Idaho’s preparation, key matchups, and what it’ll take to win in one of the Big Sky’s toughest environments.Then, Eastern Washington head coach Aaron Best joins the show to break down the Eagles’ upcoming showdown with Montana State in Bozeman. Coach Best discusses game plan strategy, standout players, and what his team needs to do to pull off a road win against the Bobcats.To close the hour, Colter dives into this weekend’s prep football slate with analysis, key games to watch, and local storylines from across the state.
In Hour 2, Colter Nuanez is joined by his brother and football analyst Brooks Nuanez to react to the biggest surprises and standout performances from Week 3 of the NFL. They also look ahead to Week 4 — guessing the betting lines, breaking down key matchups, and spotlighting the storylines and players to watch across the league.Later, Colter welcomes in friend of the show and voice of Anaconda High School football, Blake Hempstead, for a deep dive into the latest around Montana prep football.
In Hour 1, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana Griz wide receiver and FCS analyst Samuel Akem to break down the Big Sky Conference ahead of the first weekend of league play. They unveil their Big Sky power rankings, spotlight key teams and players, and discuss what to watch as the title race begins.Then, Colter catches up with Idaho Vandals tight end Jake Cox to preview Saturday’s Top 10 showdown against Montana under the lights at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.To wrap up the hour, Montana soccer head coach Chris Citowicki joins the show to preview the Grizzlies’ conference-opening matches, kicking off tonight.
Voice of the Idaho Vandals Dennis Patchin joined Colter Nuanez to talk all things Idaho as the Vandals make their way to Missoula to take on No. 5 Montana in a Big Sky After Dark affair on Saturday night.
In Hour 2, Colter Nuanez is joined by longtime broadcaster and current voice of Idaho Vandals football, Dennis Patchin, for a full preview of the Top 10 showdown between Montana and Idaho under the lights at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. They dive into key matchups, major storylines, thoughts on NIL in college football, and what’s on the line in this crucial Big Sky clash.Later, Colter chats with Utah transfer and Montana senior cornerback Kenzel Lawler about his time in Missoula and how the Griz are preparing for Saturday night’s marquee matchup.
Colter Nuanez kicks off Hour 1 with a deep dive into the national FCS football landscape alongside HERO Sports writer and FCS expert Sam Herder. They break down top storylines, key matchups, and rising contenders from across the subdivision.Then, Colter is joined by Montana State defensive back Carson Williams to reflect on the Bobcats' bizarre game last week and discuss how the defense is developing heading into Big Sky Conference play.To wrap up the hour, Montana Hockey assistant coach Mike Anderson calls in to preview the team’s upcoming road trip to Denver and what to expect over the next few days.
In the second hour of Nuanez now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana Griz quarterback and current Glacier High head coach Grady Bennett. They break down the rise of star QB Jackson Pressley and what it will take for Glacier to finally get over the hump and capture a state championship.Later, Montana linebacker Solomon Tuliapupu calls in to reflect on the Grizzlies’ dominant performance last week and preview the high-stakes Big Sky battle against No. 8 Idaho — set to go down under the lights at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.
Colter Nuanez kicks off the hour diving deep into Montana high school football. He recaps the biggest prep stories from across the state and welcomes Manhattan High head coach Wes Kragt to the show. They break down Manhattan’s thrilling last-minute win, the team’s growing momentum, and expectations heading into the heart of the season.Later, Colter is joined in studio by show regular Pete Hamill to hand out their Vertical Raise AA Players of the Week honors.To close out the hour, Colter reveals his picks for the 12 Treasure State Stars of the Week, spotlighting top performers from around Montana.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez takes a national look at the FCS landscape, breaking down key matchups and results from across the division. He then shifts focus to the NFL, highlighting the weekend’s biggest stories, including dramatic finishes and surprising upsets. The hour concludes with a preview of Monday Night Football featuring the Detroit Lions and Baltimore Ravens. From the FCS to the NFL, this episode offers sharp analysis and comprehensive football coverage for fans at every level.