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An article and video by my cousin once removed (daughter of my cousin in Anaconda). She's a recent graduate of UM's Journalism School. She's also running for Miss Montana USA (photo below).
Local economy to benefit from FCS playoffs
By Brin Merkley, KPAX
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MISSOULA - University of Montana officials say they're excited to show off their football team this Saturday in the FCS playoffs - while also reaping the economic benefits.
UM Associate Athletic Director Chuck Maes says about 35% to 40% of season ticket holders come from out of town to see the game - and not only does the school benefit, but so does the local economy.
He says out of state travelers spend money at hotels, restaurants, bars and while shopping. So the money isn't just staying at the game but it is spreading throughout the community.
Maes says the school will receive anywhere from $30,000 to 40,000 from the matchup against Coastal Carolina.
“So, that's nice and helps us buy some things that we maybe needed - or pay some bills that we were worried about. So, those are all good positive things for us."
Maes says 16,000 tickets have been sold so far for the game - meaning there are about 9,000 left. Those open seats are in just about every section of the stadium so people have a lot of options. But Maes adds he expects many of those tickets to be sold in the next few days.
Saturday's FCS second round playoff game kicks off at noon on Saturday in Washington Grizzly Stadium.
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Local economy to benefit from FCS playoffs
By Brin Merkley, KPAX
Plus video
http://www.kpax.com/news/local-economy-to-benefit-from-fcs-playoffs/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
MISSOULA - University of Montana officials say they're excited to show off their football team this Saturday in the FCS playoffs - while also reaping the economic benefits.
UM Associate Athletic Director Chuck Maes says about 35% to 40% of season ticket holders come from out of town to see the game - and not only does the school benefit, but so does the local economy.
He says out of state travelers spend money at hotels, restaurants, bars and while shopping. So the money isn't just staying at the game but it is spreading throughout the community.
Maes says the school will receive anywhere from $30,000 to 40,000 from the matchup against Coastal Carolina.
“So, that's nice and helps us buy some things that we maybe needed - or pay some bills that we were worried about. So, those are all good positive things for us."
Maes says 16,000 tickets have been sold so far for the game - meaning there are about 9,000 left. Those open seats are in just about every section of the stadium so people have a lot of options. But Maes adds he expects many of those tickets to be sold in the next few days.
Saturday's FCS second round playoff game kicks off at noon on Saturday in Washington Grizzly Stadium.
