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MSU Billings, Rocky Mountain Athletes Win Weekly Conference, National Honors

Recent results from baseball, basketball and volleyball produced conference and national recognition for local college programs this week.

By Billings Sport Desk · Published July 19, 2026

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Jason Wright of MSU Billings baseball was named NCBWA West Region Player of the Week after leading his team to a GNAC tournament-clinching victory and raising his season average to .479, the highest in the conference.

Baseball Recognition for MSU Billings

Wright's performance anchored the team's push into the GNAC tournament. The honor from the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association highlights the impact of consistent hitting during the clinching game. MSU Billings baseball benefited directly from the senior's output on the field.

Basketball Honors Across Conferences

Rocky Mountain College sophomore Isabelle Heggem was named NAIA National Defensive Player of the Week following an outstanding weekend of basketball play in Billings. The MSU Billings women's basketball team earned GNAC Team of the Week honors after securing two wins during a recent trip to Las Vegas. Rocky Mountain College men's and women's basketball teams both swept Frontier Conference Player of the Week honors after competing at the Cactus Classic in Arizona. These awards reflect strong defensive and team efforts across multiple venues.

Volleyball Conference Opener

Rocky Mountain College volleyball defeated Montana Tech 3-1 in the Frontier Conference opener held at the Fortin Center in Billings. The match marked the start of conference play for the team at the local facility. The result provided an early win in Frontier Conference competition.

The .479 batting average posted by Wright stands as the highest in the GNAC this season. Each recognition ties directly to on-field results achieved in recent days. Local programs continue to compete in GNAC and Frontier Conference schedules. Fans can follow upcoming contests through team sites and conference standings updates.

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