Montana State Bobcats' Tilde Bjerager, Sydney Brewster Earn Big Sky Weekly Honors

Sprinter and thrower recognized for standout performances at Cat-Griz Dual/Al Manuel Invitational

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:51am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a track and field competition, with the athletes and equipment broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of navy blue and gold colors, conceptually representing the talent and success of the Montana State Bobcats track and field team.The Montana State Bobcats' track and field program continues to shine, with two athletes earning prestigious Big Sky Conference weekly honors.Big Sky Today

The Montana State Bobcats track and field team had two athletes earn Big Sky Conference weekly honors after their strong showings at the Cat-Griz Dual/Al Manuel Invitational in Missoula on Saturday. Sprinter Tilde Bjerager and thrower Sydney Brewster were named the Big Sky Athletes of the Week for their impressive performances.

Why it matters

These weekly awards highlight the talent and depth of the Montana State track and field program, which has been a consistent force in the Big Sky Conference. Bjerager and Brewster's achievements showcase the Bobcats' ability to compete at a high level and continue the school's tradition of athletic excellence.

The details

Bjerager, a sophomore sprinter, won the 100-meter dash with a time of 11.78 seconds, while Brewster, a junior thrower, took first place in the shot put with a throw of 15.22 meters. Their standout efforts helped the Bobcats defeat in-state rival Montana in the dual meet portion of the competition.

  • The Cat-Griz Dual/Al Manuel Invitational was held on Saturday, March 29, 2026 in Missoula, Montana.
  • The Big Sky Conference announced its weekly award winners on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Tilde Bjerager

A sophomore sprinter for the Montana State Bobcats track and field team.

Sydney Brewster

A junior thrower for the Montana State Bobcats track and field team.

Big Sky Conference

The NCAA Division I athletic conference that includes Montana State University and the University of Montana.

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What they’re saying

“Tilde and Sydney both had outstanding performances this past weekend, and we're proud to see them recognized by the Big Sky Conference.”

— Lyle Weaver, Head Coach, Montana State Bobcats Track and Field

The takeaway

The success of Bjerager and Brewster highlights the depth and talent of the Montana State track and field program, which continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the Big Sky Conference.