New #37

[Hammer]

I also think it would be cool to have it on the offensive side of the ball for awhile.

 

[grizfan95]

I also think it would be cool to have it on the offensive side of the ball for awhile.

Or have another number for the offensive side, maybe #4 to go with Missoula county's license plate number.

 

[CV Griz Fan]

I know it's a great Griz tradition and all but why the number 37? It's such an "unpopular" and kinda of a ugly number. What's the story behind it?

The history of the #37:

There have been a couple of constants in this thing. One is that whoever gets the jersey is an in-state recruit.

The other, as Paulson points out, is that whoever hands it down "has to do his homework."

In that regard Paulson sees added benefit - that it forces the players to pay attention to who is doing well on the scout team or in practice.

http://missoulian.com/college/griz/who-s-no-no-griz-is-wearing-the-tradition-laden/article_3823a8a6-d138-11e0-8d92-001cc4c03286.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I think he knew all of these. His question is why #37 instead of another number as the special one.

I know it's a great Griz tradition and all but why the number 37? It's such an "unpopular" and kinda of a ugly number. What's the story behind it?

The history of the #37:

There have been a couple of constants in this thing. One is that whoever gets the jersey is an in-state recruit.

The other, as Paulson points out, is that whoever hands it down "has to do his homework."

In that regard Paulson sees added benefit - that it forces the players to pay attention to who is doing well on the scout team or in practice.

http://missoulian.com/college/griz/who-s-no-no-griz-is-wearing-the-tradition-laden/article_3823a8a6-d138-11e0-8d92-001cc4c03286.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I think he knew all of these. His question is why #37 instead of another number as the special one.

True. I get the native Montana player aspect and the legacy of hard work etc. I just thought there might a story to the reason for #37......

 

[maroonandsilver]

I know it's a great Griz tradition and all but why the number 37? It's such an "unpopular" and kinda of a ugly number. What's the story behind it?

The history of the #37:

There have been a couple of constants in this thing. One is that whoever gets the jersey is an in-state recruit.

The other, as Paulson points out, is that whoever hands it down "has to do his homework."

In that regard Paulson sees added benefit - that it forces the players to pay attention to who is doing well on the scout team or in practice.



http://missoulian.com/college/griz/who-s-no-no-griz-is-wearing-the-tradition-laden/article_3823a8a6-d138-11e0-8d92-001cc4c03286.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I think he knew all of these. His question is why #37 instead of another number as the special one.

I know it's a great Griz tradition and all but why the number 37? It's such an "unpopular" and kinda of a ugly number. What's the story behind it?

The history of the #37:

There have been a couple of constants in this thing. One is that whoever gets the jersey is an in-state recruit.

The other, as Paulson points out, is that whoever hands it down "has to do his homework."

In that regard Paulson sees added benefit - that it forces the players to pay attention to who is doing well on the scout team or in practice.

http://missoulian.com/college/griz/who-s-no-no-griz-is-wearing-the-tradition-laden/article_3823a8a6-d138-11e0-8d92-001cc4c03286.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I think he knew all of these. His question is why #37 instead of another number as the special one.

True. I get the native Montana player aspect and the legacy of hard work etc. I just thought there might a story to the reason for #37......

 

[Bertram]

I know it's a great Griz tradition and all but why the number 37? It's such an "unpopular" and kinda of a ugly number. What's the story behind it?

Senior #37 Kraig Paulson bestowed the number to his roommate Redshirt Sophmore (to be) Tim Hauck over beers at a bar. Not a great origin story... but has grown meaning and prestige

 

[maroonandsilver]

The history of the #37:

There have been a couple of constants in this thing. One is that whoever gets the jersey is an in-state recruit.

The other, as Paulson points out, is that whoever hands it down "has to do his homework."

In that regard Paulson sees added benefit - that it forces the players to pay attention to who is doing well on the scout team or in practice.



http://missoulian.com/college/griz/who-s-no-no-griz-is-wearing-the-tradition-laden/article_3823a8a6-d138-11e0-8d92-001cc4c03286.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I think he knew all of these. His question is why #37 instead of another number as the special one.

The history of the #37:

There have been a couple of constants in this thing. One is that whoever gets the jersey is an in-state recruit.

The other, as Paulson points out, is that whoever hands it down "has to do his homework."

In that regard Paulson sees added benefit - that it forces the players to pay attention to who is doing well on the scout team or in practice.

http://missoulian.com/college/griz/who-s-no-no-griz-is-wearing-the-tradition-laden/article_3823a8a6-d138-11e0-8d92-001cc4c03286.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I think he knew all of these. His question is why #37 instead of another number as the special one.

True. I get the native Montana player aspect and the legacy of hard work etc. I just thought there might a story to the reason for #37......

The reason is simple: #37 was Paulson's number.

 

[AllWeatherFan]

#406 should go to the player who makes Coach Ron Ash cry by not attending MSU.

 

[alabamagrizzly]

I know it's a great Griz tradition and all but why the number 37? It's such an "unpopular" and kinda of a ugly number. What's the story behind it?

Senior #37 Kraig Paulson bestowed the number to his roommate Redshirt Sophmore (to be) Tim Hauck over beers at a bar. Not a great origin story... but has grown meaning and prestige

I'm sorry but that's a classic Montanan origin story if I've ever heard one.

 

[kemajic]

I also think it would be cool to have it on the offensive side of the ball for awhile.

Or have another number for the offensive side, maybe #4 to go with Missoula county's license plate number.

Missoula-centric; UM is the University of Montana, not the University of Missoula.

 

[CDAGRIZ]

I also think it would be cool to have it on the offensive side of the ball for awhile.

Or have another number for the offensive side, maybe #4 to go with Missoula county's license plate number.

Missoula-centric; UM is the University of Montana, not the University of Missoula.

Just checked; my diploma says "The University of Montana-Missoula."

 

[Ken Jones]

I was thinking that Kendrick van Ackeren would get the opportunity to wear #37; but after researching the tradition, it doesn't appear that KVA is eligible. That's too bad.

"The #37 Jersey is a tradition began in 1987 by then running back Kraig Paulson. The tradition holds that whomever wears the #37 jersey selects an in-state recruit and leading defensive player to wear it next."

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montana_Grizzlies_football

There are many traditions in athletics. Some are good, some not so good. Montana's #37 Jersey tradition appears to be established to promote Montana high school football athletes. That's honorable. Whomever wears #37 should have the potential to honor the tradition.

 

[grizfan95]

I also think it would be cool to have it on the offensive side of the ball for awhile.

Or have another number for the offensive side, maybe #4 to go with Missoula county's license plate number.

Missoula-centric; UM is the University of Montana, not the University of Missoula.

Care to supply an alternative or just critique?

 

[Hammer]

I was thinking that Kendrick van Ackeren would get the opportunity to wear #37; but after researching the tradition, it doesn't appear that KVA is eligible. That's too bad.

"The #37 Jersey is a tradition began in 1987 by then running back Kraig Paulson. The tradition holds that whomever wears the #37 jersey selects an in-state recruit and leading defensive player to wear it next."

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montana_Grizzlies_football

Wikipedia isn't entirely accurate there. It doesn't have to be a defensive player.

 

[maroonandsilver]

I was thinking that Kendrick van Ackeren would get the opportunity to wear #37; but after researching the tradition, it doesn't appear that KVA is eligible. That's too bad.

"The #37 Jersey is a tradition began in 1987 by then running back Kraig Paulson. The tradition holds that whomever wears the #37 jersey selects an in-state recruit and leading defensive player to wear it next."

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montana_Grizzlies_football

Wikipedia isn't entirely accurate there. It doesn't have to be a defensive player.

Yes, it does. I refer you to the plaque in the Hall of Champions of the Adams Center.

 

[AllWeatherFan]

Wait, is it still a "tradition" if nobody can explain it?

 

[Hammer]

I was thinking that Kendrick van Ackeren would get the opportunity to wear #37; but after researching the tradition, it doesn't appear that KVA is eligible. That's too bad.

"The #37 Jersey is a tradition began in 1987 by then running back Kraig Paulson. The tradition holds that whomever wears the #37 jersey selects an in-state recruit and leading defensive player to wear it next."

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montana_Grizzlies_football

Wikipedia isn't entirely accurate there. It doesn't have to be a defensive player.

Yes, it does. I refer you to the plaque in the Hall of Champions of the Adams Center.

It does not. I have had this discussion with a very high member of the athletic dept. also, see article below.

http://www.gogriz.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/081506aac.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[Fahque]

I was thinking that Kendrick van Ackeren would get the opportunity to wear #37; but after researching the tradition, it doesn't appear that KVA is eligible. That's too bad.

"The #37 Jersey is a tradition began in 1987 by then running back Kraig Paulson. The tradition holds that whomever wears the #37 jersey selects an in-state recruit and leading defensive player to wear it next."

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montana_Grizzlies_football

Wikipedia isn't entirely accurate there. It doesn't have to be a defensive player.

Yes, it does. I refer you to the plaque in the Hall of Champions of the Adams Center.

It does not. I have had this discussion with a very high member of the athletic dept. also, see article below.

http://www.gogriz.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/081506aac.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

AND...this has been posted on here several times. Hammer is correct.

 

[ALPHAGRIZ1]

I agree with Hammer, the guy that started the tradition over beers was a full back. (that position is on offense) (reminder to eGriz posters who havent played the game)

It would be cool to have an offensive player wear it but we havent had anyone from Montana worthy of it on that side of the ball in quite awhile.

 

[Fahque]

The last MT recruit on offense that could have worn it was Reynolds IMO

 

[AZGrizFan]

The last MT recruit on offense that could have worn it was Reynolds IMO

Sam Gratton could have worn it in my opinion. Watch Josh Janssen over the next 18 months if you are looking for an offensive option. Kid's gonna be a stud.