Missouri Western Griffons
| Missouri Western Griffons | |
|---|---|
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| University | Missouri Western State University |
| Conference | MIAA |
| NCAA | Division II |
| Athletic director | Kurt McGuffin |
| Location | St. Joseph, MO |
| Varsity teams | 10 |
| Football stadium | Spratt Memorial Stadium |
| Basketball arena | MWSU Fieldhouse at Looney Complex |
| Mascot | Max |
| Nickname | Griffons |
| Fight song | "Fight On Griffons!" |
| Colors |
Black Gold |
| Website |
www |
The Missouri Western Griffons are the sports teams of Missouri Western State University located in St. Joseph, Missouri. They participate in the NCAA's Division II and in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).[1]
Sports
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Men's sports |
Women's sports |
Football
Football at Missouri is played at Spratt Stadium. The current head football coach is Jerry Partridge, who has held the position since 1997. Partridge became Missouri Western's all-time wins leader on September 30, 2006 as the Griffons defeated Truman State University. His current total of 128+ career victories ranks third on the MIAA all-time list.<ref name=Jerry">"Missouri Western State University Athletics - 2013 Football Coaching Staff". gogriffons.com.</ref>
Kansas City Chiefs summer training camp
The school has been the summer training camp for the Kansas City Chiefs since 2010. The $15.7 million facility was paid for by $10 million from the Chiefs (from state tax credits) and $1.2 million from student fees at Missouri Western, with the rest coming from the City of St. Joseph, Buchanan County and private donations.[2] It was designed by St. Joseph architect firm Ellison-Auxier architects, Inc., which designed the school's Spratt Hall and clock tower.[3]
A climate-controlled, 120-yard NFL regulation grass indoor field, with a locker room, weight room, training room, classrooms and office space was completed in the summer of 2010.[4] This facility is referred to as the "Griffon Indoor Sports Complex."
Mascot
The official mascot of Missouri Western Athletic teams is Max the Griffon.[5]
Songs
Fight song
"Fight On, Griffons!" is the official fight song for Missouri Western State University. The lyrics are listed below, as well as the mp3 version of the song.[6]
Fight on Griffons and you'll win the game,
Victory Missouri Western State!
Fight on Griffons and you'll go on to fame,
Victory Missouri Western State!
Speed like an eagle, strong as a lion,
No other team could be half as Great!
So fight on Griffons, and you'll win the game,
Victory Missouri Western State!
Alma mater
Below is the lyrics to the Alma mater:[6]
Gently Flows the Wide Missouri, searching for the sea.
Take me to my alma mater, where she waits for me.
Though I leave and ever wander, this I know is true.
When I dream of old Missouri, I'll remember you.
Loyal hearts to her returning, faithful proud and true.
Missouri Western lives for ever, we sing in praise of you.
Notable alumni
- Roger Allen III, NFL offensive lineman
- David Bass, NFL defensive lineman
- Michael Hill, NFL running back
- Travis Partridge, CFL quarterback
- Paul Rhoads, Iowa State University head football coach
- Gijon Robinson, NFL tight end
- Larry Taylor, Brazilian-American basketball player who plays for Bauru
- Greg Zuerlein, NFL kicker
References
- ↑ "Members: Missouri". 2010. Retrieved Oct 16, 2013.
- ↑ Chiefs camp carries heftier price tag St. Joseph News-Press - January 16, 2009
- ↑ "Western makes familiar firm choice for Chiefs training camp facilities". Griffon News.
- ↑ "Chiefs Training Camp to Remain in St. Joe for Another Three Years". Kansas City Chiefs. 2015-01-15. Retrieved 2015-04-15.
- ↑ Griffons Mascot
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "MWSU Songs".
External links
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