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Montana Tech moves on with 31-21 win over rival Carroll in NAIA playoffs
BUTTE — It was a competitive battle between Frontier Conference rivals, but in the end Montana Tech had too much for Carroll College on Saturday in the second round of the NAIA football playoffs.
Jarrett Wilson threw two touchdown passes to Levi Torgerson, and Torgerson later returned the favor with a TD throw back to Wilson as Montana Tech withstood a Carroll rally to prevail 31-21 at Bob Green Field and advance to the quarterfinal round of the NAIA’s Football Championship Series.
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The most impactful sequence occurred in the fourth quarter, when Montana Tech’s Casey Kautzman pinned Carroll’s offense on the 1-yard line with a well-placed punt. Three plays later Orediggers’ linebacker Tyler Kovick laid a big hit on Saints quarterback Quinn Stamps to force a fumble, which Trey Yates recovered in the end zone for a touchdown.
At that point Carroll had fought back from 17 down to crawl within 24-21, but Kovick and Yates combined on a crucial play to put Montana Tech back ahead by two scores.
Later, a fourth-down pass by Stamps in the red zone went incomplete and Carroll surrendered the ball and, ultimately, the game.
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Stamps came off the bench for Carroll after starting quarterback Kaden Huot was injured in the first half. Stamps threw three touchdown passes to tight end Carson Ochoa, including two in the second half to keep the Saints in it.
But the Orediggers put Carroll in a hole early. Wilson found Togerson with a 15-yard TD score in the opening quarter, then hit Torgerson with a 66-yard bomb for another touchdown to build a 14-0 lead. A Kautzman field goal made it 17-0 and that was the score at halftime.
Carroll’s defense forced a three-and-out on the opening possession of the third quarter, then scored when Stamps hit Ochoa for 14 yards in the end zone. But Tech answered on Torgerson’s trick-play touchdown throw to Wilson off a sweep to keep it a three-possession game.
The Saints got back within 24-21 after consecutive TD connections between Stamps and Ochoa, but they got no closer.
Torgerson, the Frontier Conference East division’s player of the year, finished with 219 all-purpose yards — 124 receiving and 95 on returns. Wilson completed 11 of 16 passes for 197 yards and also rushed for 94 yards, including a 60-yard run to help set up the game’s first touchdown.
Huot threw for 80 yards on 8-of-11 passing before leaving the game. Stamps was solid in relief, throwing for 187 yards.
Defensively, the Orediggers were led by Frontier East defensive MVP Tel Arthur and Kovick, who combined for 22 tackles and three tackles for loss. Braeden Orlandi finished with 11 tackles to lead Carroll’s defense.
With the win, Montana Tech improved to 12-0 and will host another Frontier foe — this time the College of Idaho (10-1) — in the quarterfinals next week. Carroll closed its season with a 9-3 record.
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The Montana Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Jan. 3, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 3 drawing
18-21-40-53-60, Powerball: 23, Power Play: 3
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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 3 drawing
01-02-28-30-43, Lucky Ball: 07
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Winning Lotto America numbers from Jan. 3 drawing
03-04-05-25-42, Star Ball: 03, ASB: 02
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Winning Big Sky Bonus numbers from Jan. 3 drawing
01-17-22-23, Bonus: 15
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Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from Jan. 3 drawing
28-40-52-53-54, Powerball: 12
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Winning Montana Cash numbers from Jan. 3 drawing
23-32-36-40-42
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When are the Montana Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky For Life: 8:38 p.m. MT daily.
- Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Big Sky Bonus: 7:30 p.m. MT daily.
- Powerball Double Play: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Montana Cash: 8 p.m. MT on Wednesday and Saturday.
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Where can you buy lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
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The Montana Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 28, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Dec. 28 drawing
12-17-25-34-42, Lucky Ball: 09
Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Big Sky Bonus numbers from Dec. 28 drawing
04-19-22-23, Bonus: 01
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Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
When are the Montana Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky For Life: 8:38 p.m. MT daily.
- Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Big Sky Bonus: 7:30 p.m. MT daily.
- Powerball Double Play: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Montana Cash: 8 p.m. MT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.
Where can you buy lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: jackpocket.com/tos.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Great Falls Tribune editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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