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Big Sky Now: March Madness on deck for Griz and Bobcats

BIG SKY NOW PODCAST | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 10 months AGO
by BIG SKY NOW PODCAST
Big Sky Now brings the best sports reporters from the inland Northwest to the table to discuss Big Sky Conference football and basketball. | March 20, 2025 9:45 AM

March Madness is here, and Josh Amick and Jon Allen diving deep into the Big Sky Conference teams heading to the big dance! 



Montana takes on Wisconsin in a tough first-round battle, while Montana State’s defense looks to slow down powerhouse Ohio State. 

Can Northern Colorado make noise in the NIT? Will NAU take down Arizona in the WBIT? 

Plus, we break down the men’s and women’s brackets, highlight potential upsets, and reveal our Final Four predictions.  

Think you can outpick the Josh and Jon? Fill out your March Madness bracket by this Thursday at 10 am for the men's tourney and Friday for the women's! 

Link to the men's bracket

Link to the women's bracket 


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