Bobcats Earn Three Big Sky Athlete of the Week Honors

Montana State track and field team dominates weekly conference awards

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Montana State track and field team earned three Big Sky Athlete of the Week honors following their performance at the Big Sky Tuner meet. Sydney Brewster, Easton Hatleberg, and Kalei Moravitz were recognized for their record-breaking accomplishments in the shot put and 800-meter run.

Why it matters

The Bobcats' strong showing at the Big Sky Tuner meet highlights the depth and talent of the Montana State track and field program. These weekly conference awards demonstrate the team's ability to compete at a high level and set new school and conference records.

The details

Sydney Brewster earned her second Women's Field Athlete of the Week award after breaking the school and conference record in the shot put with a throw of 17.25 meters. Easton Hatleberg was named Men's Field Athlete of the Week following his third shot put win of the season, recording a mark of 18.34 meters. Kalei Moravitz took home Women's Track Athlete of the Week honors after shattering the school 800-meter record with a time of 2:06.04.

  • The Big Sky Tuner meet took place on February 19, 2026.

The players

Sydney Brewster

A member of the Montana State track and field team who has earned multiple Big Sky Athlete of the Week awards for her record-breaking performances in the shot put.

Easton Hatleberg

A member of the Montana State track and field team who was named Big Sky Men's Field Athlete of the Week for his shot put victory at the Big Sky Tuner meet.

Kalei Moravitz

A member of the Montana State track and field team who was recognized as the Big Sky Women's Track Athlete of the Week for her school-record performance in the 800-meter run.

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What’s next

The Bobcats will next compete at the Big Sky Indoor Track & Field Championships in Pocatello, Idaho, on February 26-28. Those who qualify will then move on to the NCAA Indoor Track & Field Championships in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on March 13-14.

The takeaway

The Montana State track and field team's dominance at the Big Sky Tuner meet, with three athletes earning conference weekly honors, demonstrates the program's depth and ability to compete at the highest level. The Bobcats will look to continue their success as they move into the postseason.