Free documentary screening kicks off N7 weekend festivities
1/24/2023 1:52:00 PM | General, Women's Basketball
The University of Montana is set to hold its first of two Nike-inspired N7 games this winter, with the Lady Griz hosting Portland State on Saturday afternoon. Tickets for the game can be purchased online.
Â
In addition to specialty turquoise uniforms – a color that represents friendship and fellowship in Native cultures – and a specialty logo designed by a UM alumnus and Northern Cheyenne tribe member, there will be several in-game elements to help celebrate and honor the nearby Native American tribes and communities that encompass Montana. Some of the highlights include national anthem and halftime performances by Native singers and dancers; the presentation of each tribal flag and the playing of the Native honor song; and the display of Emma's Dress, a Native artifact that traces back nearly 120 years to a world champion basketball player from Fort Shaw.
Â
Additionally, part of the inaugural N7 weekend festivities, the University is hosting a free screening of The House That Rob Built, a documentary written and produced by former Lady Griz player Megan Harrington. White the documentary primarily focuses on the historic coaching career of Robin Selvig – who will be honored in his own way next month – it also touches on the influence Selvig had on Native American women. In fact, Selvig, known to many as a pioneer for giving Native American athletes opportunities at the Division-I level, is one of the only non-Natives to be inducted in to the Indian Athletic Hall of Fame.
Â
He and his wife, Janie, along with five Native former Lady Griz players, will be recognized on the court during Saturday's game and will be on hand during Friday's free screening.
Â
Adams Center doors open Friday at 6:15, with the program beginning at 7. Afterward, there will be a meet-and-greet on the court with Selvig and returning Lady Griz players Malia Kipp (Blackfeet), Tamara Guardipee (Blackfeet), Simarron Schildt (Blackfeet), LeAnn Montes (Chippewa-Cree) and Corrie Villegas McDonald (Salish-Kootenai).
Â
The N7 program is a Nike initiative, led by Fort Peck native Sam McCracken, that shows Nike's long-time commitment and mission to inspire and enable 2 million Native America and Aboriginal youth in North America to participate in sport and physical activity.
Â
The University of Montana resides on the traditional lands of many Indigenous peoples including the Selis (Salish), Ksanka (Kootenai), and Qlispe (Kalispel). Many Indigenous peoples, including the Amskapi Pikuni (Blackfeet), Nimiipuu (Nez Perce), Shoshone, Bannock, and Coeur D'Alene relied upon their traditional knowledge and relationships with this land and this space for survival in the past and today.
Â
In 2022, it is estimated that more than 78,000 residents of Montana have Native American heritage, one of the highest percentages in the nation. Additionally, the University of Montana has one of the highest enrollment rates of Native American students in the United States, being one of the leading universities to offer Native American Studies as a major.
Â
The customized turquoise uniforms, which is a color that symbolizes friendship and fellowship in Native American cultures, were created by Nike. The logo was designed by UM alumnus Benji Headswift, a member of the Northern Cheyenne tribe.
Â
In addition to specialty turquoise uniforms – a color that represents friendship and fellowship in Native cultures – and a specialty logo designed by a UM alumnus and Northern Cheyenne tribe member, there will be several in-game elements to help celebrate and honor the nearby Native American tribes and communities that encompass Montana. Some of the highlights include national anthem and halftime performances by Native singers and dancers; the presentation of each tribal flag and the playing of the Native honor song; and the display of Emma's Dress, a Native artifact that traces back nearly 120 years to a world champion basketball player from Fort Shaw.
Â
Additionally, part of the inaugural N7 weekend festivities, the University is hosting a free screening of The House That Rob Built, a documentary written and produced by former Lady Griz player Megan Harrington. White the documentary primarily focuses on the historic coaching career of Robin Selvig – who will be honored in his own way next month – it also touches on the influence Selvig had on Native American women. In fact, Selvig, known to many as a pioneer for giving Native American athletes opportunities at the Division-I level, is one of the only non-Natives to be inducted in to the Indian Athletic Hall of Fame.
Â
He and his wife, Janie, along with five Native former Lady Griz players, will be recognized on the court during Saturday's game and will be on hand during Friday's free screening.
Â
Adams Center doors open Friday at 6:15, with the program beginning at 7. Afterward, there will be a meet-and-greet on the court with Selvig and returning Lady Griz players Malia Kipp (Blackfeet), Tamara Guardipee (Blackfeet), Simarron Schildt (Blackfeet), LeAnn Montes (Chippewa-Cree) and Corrie Villegas McDonald (Salish-Kootenai).
Â
The N7 program is a Nike initiative, led by Fort Peck native Sam McCracken, that shows Nike's long-time commitment and mission to inspire and enable 2 million Native America and Aboriginal youth in North America to participate in sport and physical activity.
Â
The University of Montana resides on the traditional lands of many Indigenous peoples including the Selis (Salish), Ksanka (Kootenai), and Qlispe (Kalispel). Many Indigenous peoples, including the Amskapi Pikuni (Blackfeet), Nimiipuu (Nez Perce), Shoshone, Bannock, and Coeur D'Alene relied upon their traditional knowledge and relationships with this land and this space for survival in the past and today.
Â
In 2022, it is estimated that more than 78,000 residents of Montana have Native American heritage, one of the highest percentages in the nation. Additionally, the University of Montana has one of the highest enrollment rates of Native American students in the United States, being one of the leading universities to offer Native American Studies as a major.
Â
The customized turquoise uniforms, which is a color that symbolizes friendship and fellowship in Native American cultures, were created by Nike. The logo was designed by UM alumnus Benji Headswift, a member of the Northern Cheyenne tribe.
Griz Football vs North Dakota Highlights
Monday, September 15
Griz Volleyball Press Conference - 9/15
Monday, September 15
UM vs UND Highlights 9/13
Monday, September 15
Griz TV Live Stream
Monday, September 15
