Momentum Climbing Team

Team Momentum Competes at ABS 11 in Alexandria, Virginia!

2010-02-18T12:29:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to the following Team Momentum members who competed February 13th and 14th in the ABS Youth Nationals at Sportrock in Alexandria, Virginia:

Ellise Shuman, 8th place FYD
Tavray Ma'e, 12th place MYC
Nathaniel Coleman, 6th place, MYC
Rachel Wedge, 24th place, FYB
Ben Tresco, 12th place, MYB
Palmer Larsen, 17th place, MYB

Each field was comprised of at least 30 of the nation's best, so the competition was very stiff! We are so proud of our athletes, who in most cases, were competing against kids with much greater big-comp experience. Because of their efforts, Team Momentum was 14th overall in the team competition. Next year's goal is to crack the top ten, and to place at least two athletes on the US Team. We can do it!

Don't Miss this Special Event!

2010-02-08T14:59:00.003-07:00

"The Disciples of Gill"

film premiere and bouldering comp

February 20, 2010

Check-in for comp begins at 3:00 pm

Competition begins at 4:00 pm

Film begins at 8:00 pm

2010-01-22T11:13:00.001-07:00

SCS Nationals: Come Watch the Pros Climb

For the third consecutive year Momentum will host the prestigious SCS (sport climbing) Adult National Championship
Friday-Saturday January 22nd and 23rd.

Some areas of the gym will be closed off during these days, and during the week prior (we begin routesetting for the event on Monday, January 18th).

On the 22nd and 23rd, the gym will be open for CLIMBING according to the
following schedule:

-Friday January 22nd: 6:00 AM- 9:30 AM; 7:00 PM- 11 PM

(that's right, we're staying open late!)

-Saturday January 23rd: 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM.

SPECTATOR hours those days will be as follows:

Friday Sport Climbing Qualifiers: Spectating opens at 11:30. Competition
begins at noon; ends at 6:30. The gym will then be cleared before reopening
to the public at 7:00 PM. All spectators are free this day during the
competition hours.
Saturday Speed Climbing, and Sport Climbing Finals. Some parts of the gym
will remain open for climbing during the speed climbing segments, so all
spectators (other than competitor family members) will need to purchase a
day pass or have a membership to be in the building during the hours 10:00
AM- 4:00 PM. When spectating reopens for the Sport Climbing Finals at 6:30
PM, Momentum members, competitors, day pass purchasers and competitor family
members are free; all others pay $5.

ABS 11 Big Sky Region Finals

2010-01-16T21:16:00.014-07:00

Since the ABS 11, Big Sky Region schedule was set back in August, we've been worrying and complaining about having to drive to Bozeman, Montana in the middle of January to compete in the Big Sky Region Finals.

Since we competed in our last local competition at The Quarry in November, we've been watching the weather and driving conditions, biting our nails and hoping for a January thaw.

Finally, not only did Mother Nature deliver by holding off any storms that were supposed to hit, she posted temperatures in the low to mid 40's this weekend in Bozeman. Yes, it's true...Bozeman was warmer than Salt Lake this weekend and apparently the temperatures had dropped to near -20 in Bozeman last weekend so we really lucked out.

Not only did Mother Nature deliver, so did Team Momentum. It was a long day at Spire Climbing Center, as the first round of competitors checked into isolation starting at 7:30 Saturday morning with Qualifying beginning at 8:30 a.m. Of the 49 competitors at today's comp, 15 of them were Mo' Team members. While these 15 were readying themselves for competition, 4 more of Team Momentum's stars were in Boulder, at the Boulder Rock Club waiting their turn to show the Colorado/New Mexico Region what Utah is made of.

Despite a bad case of nervous stomach for Katie, some unsettling Mexican food at lunch for the Tresco brothers, and a long day for all, Team Momentum received invitations to ABS 11 Nationals in 4 of the 8 divisions we had competitors in. Following are the competitors and the places they finished:

Female Youth A:

Aspen Sanderson-2nd, Bozeman

Male Youth A:

Hunter Duffin, Boulder

Female Youth B:

Rachel Wedge-1st with an inviation to Nationals, Bozeman
Amanda Starwalt-2nd, Bozeman
Sarah Legg-3rd, Bozeman
Sage Knapp-4th, Bozeman

Male Youth B:

Palmer Larsen-1st with an invitation to Nationals, Bozeman
Ben Tresco-3rd with an invitation to Nationals, Boulder
Cole Bradburn-4th, Bozeman
Sam Tresco-4th, Boulder

Female Youth C:

Katie Shuman-3rd, Bozeman

Male Youth C:

Nathaniel Coleman-1st with an invitation to Nationals, Bozeman
Tavray Ma'e-3rd with an invitation to Nationals, Bozeman
Conner LaFleur-5th, Bozeman
Alex Tresco, Boulder
Weston Bradburn, Bozeman

Female Youth D:

Ellise Shuman-1st with an invitation to Nationals, Bozeman
Maisy Hayes-2nd, Bozeman

Male Youth D:

Caleb Bloodworth-3rd, Bozeman

In addition to the kids placing well, Team Momentum was, once again, given the Team Champion Award for the Big Sky Region. These kids did an amazing job and we're proud of all of them. It takes a lot of guts and hard work to compete.

Of course, none of this would be possible without the help and support of the amazing parents that tirelessly and many times thanklessly, bring their kids to practices as well as drive them around the country in order to attend these competitions.

Also behind the scenes are the gyms, gym owners, managers, staff, routesetters (thanks Molly! We love your routes and problems!), and everyone that works to coordinate these events. Thanks to all of you!

ABS 11 National competition will take place in Alexandria, VA, February 12-14. Good luck to everyone that received invitations to Nationals!

A complete list of final scores and places should be posted within a day or so at www.usaclimbing.net

Countdown to Regionals...

2010-01-06T06:59:00.002-07:00

As we draw closer to ABS 11 Big Sky Region Finals, the obvious question of driving conditions is at the forefront of the minds of most parents. The driving forecast for January 14 if you're traveling then is a 20-30% chance of snow between Butte and Bozeman. On Friday, January 15, there is a slight chance of precipitation but it will be anywhere from mostly sunny to mostly cloudy the majority of the trip.

Here's a link to check the driving conditions. Interstate Driving

If you are going to Boulder instead of Bozeman, you can click on the same link above and enter I-80 or I-70 as the interstate you'll be driving.

Please keep in mind that Saturday, January 9, is the deadline for registration for this competition. Here's the link: register

Countdown to Regionals...

2010-01-05T11:50:00.006-07:00

As we draw closer to ABS 11 Big Sky Region Finals, the obvious question of driving conditions is at the forefront of the minds of most parents. Looking at the 10 day forecast, which shows up through January 14, it looks like the drive on I-15 should be clear most of the way but there is a 60% chance of snow in the Butte area (where I-15 connects with I-90). On I-90 between Butte and Bozeman, the 60% chance of snow decreases to 40%.

Here's a link to check the driving conditions. Interstate Driving

Tomorrow we will be able to see the 10 day forecast through Friday, January 15, which is when most people will be traveling.

Please keep in mind that Saturday, January 9, is the deadline for registration for this competition. Here's the link: register

Important ABS Region Info

2010-01-02T18:46:00.003-07:00

Please click on the link below to access the schedule for Regionals:

Big Sky Region Finals Schedule

Countdown to Regionals...

2010-01-02T12:28:00.003-07:00

For the schedule for Big Sky Region Finals, click here

...13 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 1/3/10:

Today's high: 34* F
Tonight's low: 21* F

Forecast: AM clouds with PM sun and a high today of 34*

mostly cloudy tonight and a low of 21*

To register for Big Sky Region Finals, click here .
Registration is $83.50 for one child.
Deadline for registration is Saturday, January 9.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

2010-01-01T13:56:00.002-07:00

...16 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 1/1/10:

Today's high: 38* F
Tonight's low: 28* F

Forecast: Cloudy with a high today of 38*

with a few snow showers overnight and a low of 24*

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here .

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

Countdown to Regionals...

2009-12-31T10:12:00.003-07:00

...17 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/31/09:

Today's high: 31* F
Tonight's low: 24* F

Forecast: High today is 31* with a few snow showers

with snow showers overnight and a low of 24*

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here .

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

Countdown to Regionals...

2009-12-28T18:46:00.004-07:00

...19 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/29/09:

Today's high: 28* F
Tonight's low: 15* F

Forecast: snow showers with

snow showers overnight

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here .

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

2009-12-27T11:47:00.001-07:00

...21 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/27/09:

Today's high: 24* F
Tonight's low: 7* F

Forecast: mostly sunny

Partly cloudy overnight

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

Countdown to Regionals...

2009-12-26T10:43:00.002-07:00

...22 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/26/09:

Today's high: 24* F
Tonight's low: 4* F

Forecast: mostly sunny

Partly cloudy overnight

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

2009-12-25T11:27:00.003-07:00

Merry Christmas!

I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and hope you have a safe and happy holiday.

Remember that we have a special guest coming to optional practice tomorrow, December 26, and that all the teams are invited and encouraged to attend.

Here's the Bozeman weather update:

Today's high: 24* F
Tonight's low: 3* F

Forecast: snow flurries

Partly cloudy overnight

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

Countdown to Regionals...

2009-12-23T16:13:00.002-07:00

...25 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/23/09:

Today's high: 13* F
Tonight's low: 5* F

Forecast: cloudy

With snow flurries overnight

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.

Registration is $83.50 for one child.

Countdown to Regionals...

2009-12-22T10:06:00.002-07:00

...26 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/22/09:

Today's high: 36* F
Tonight's low: 18* F

Forecast: snow

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.
Registration is $83.50 for one child.

We are meeting on Tuesday, December 22 at 4:00 pm to
deliver the items the teams collected to The Road Home.
Anyone that would like to go is welcome. :)

Countdown to Regionals...

2009-12-21T10:09:00.002-07:00

...27 days 'til Bozeman

Bozeman Weather for 12/21/09:

Today's high: 40* F
Tonight's low: 25* F

Forecast: cloudy during the day

with snow showers late

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.
Registration is $83.50 for one child.

We are meeting on Tuesday, December 22 at 4:00 pm to
deliver the items the teams collected to The Road Home.
Anyone that would like to go is welcome. :)

Countdown to Bozeman...

2009-12-20T10:56:00.000-07:00

...28 days 'til Regionals

Bozeman Weather for 12/20/09:

Today's high: 39* F
Today's low: 29* F

Forecast: snow turning to rain with

snow showers overnight

To register for the
Big Sky Regional Championsip, click here.
Registration is $83.50 for one child.

We are meeting on Tuesday, December 22 at 4:00 pm to
deliver the items the teams collected to The Road Home.
Anyone that would like to go is welcome. :)

Thanks Dustin!

2009-12-10T08:56:00.004-07:00

A big thanks to Dustin Buckthal, owner of The Front in Salt Lake City,
for hosting the A & B Team's climbing practices this week!

The kids had a great time and we all appreciate your hospitality and
generosity.

Don't forget that tomorrow, December 11, The Front is hosting their annual Cruxmas competition. For more information, visit
www.frontslc.com

Bozeman Weather Update

2009-12-10T08:42:00.006-07:00

The closer we get to Big Sky Regional Championships, the more excited we're getting about the weather in Bozeman!

Today's weather forecast for Bozeman, Montana

High: +6 F

Low: -11 F

Currently: -1 F, feels like -19 F

Holiday Party

2009-12-01T11:30:00.006-07:00

What: Momentum Climbing Teams' Holiday Party
When: Sunday, December 6, 2009
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Where: Momentum Indoor Climbing
What to bring: $5 per family, potluck item to share, climbing gear, donation for The Road Home

2009-11-09T11:38:00.004-07:00

Just a reminder...

What: Next ABS Competition
When: Saturday, November 14, 2009
Where: The Quarry, 2494 N. University Pkwy, Provo, UT

Take exit 269 off of I-15 (University Parkway exit)
Stay left on the off-ramp
Follow University Pkwy for approximately 3.2 miles
At the bottom of the hill, turn left into the Shopko plaza
Turn left at the stop sign. You should see The Quarry ahead on the left

Registration: 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
Competition: 9:00 a.m. - noon
Cost: $25 for ABS members, $30 for Non-ABS members

Dead Point Competition

2009-10-28T13:07:00.002-06:00

Just a reminder about the Dead Point competition happening Friday night, October 30 and Saturday day, October 31.

For more information, visit www.momentumclimbing.com and click on the image of the poster. Pre-registration discount ends tonight!

This competition is open to everyone; parents, climbing team members, etc. See you there and don't forget to wear your costume!!

Rock Haus Recap!

2009-10-24T21:41:00.004-06:00

A huge "thank you" to Trevor Berrett and his gang for all of the hard work they did this past week in preparation for today's competition! 42 competitors, 22 of them from Momentum's teams, made the trek to Logan today to throw down their best moves. Despite the ongoing Swine Flu epidemic that seems to be making its way through our ranks, the Mo teams made a strong showing. B Team coach, Kyle McFarland competed as well and took home a trophy for the highest score of the day. Way to go Kyle!

Following are the scores from today:

Female Youth A:

Zowie Gardner - 2490 (Rock Haus)
Aspen Sanderson - 1480 (Momentum B Team)

Female Youth B:

Amanda Starwalt - 1590 (Momentum A Team)
Sarah Legg - 1490 (Momentum B Team)
Sage Knapp - 1290 (Momentum B Team)

Female Youth C:

Katie Shuman - 1590 (Momentum A Team)
Sam Killinen - 1070 (Rock Haus)

Female Youth D:

Ellise Shuman - 1000 (Momentum A Team)
Cammi Mitchell - 750 (Quarry StoneCrushers)
Sierra Knapp - 350 (Quarry StoneCrushers)
McKinley Knapp - 250 (Quarry StoneCrushers)
Maisy Hayes - 100 (Momentum B Team)

Male Open:

Kyle McFarland - 3350 (Momentum B Team Coach)

Male Adult Advanced:

Josh Elgan - 2890
Alex Garrett - 2780

Male Adult Intermediate:

Jack Keezer - 2090
Devin Ashby -1300

Male Junior:

Devin Wayman - 2300 (Momentum)

Male Youth A:

Hunter Duffin - 2580 (Momentum A Team)
Wells Martineau - 1500 (Rock Haus)

Male Youth B:

Orville Clarke - 2770 (Front Climbing Club)
Sam Tresco - 2640 (Momentum A Team)
Ben Tresco - 2590 (Momentum A Team)
Palmer Larsen - 2460 (Momentum A Team)
Cole Bradburn - 2400 (Momentum A Team)
Zach Berger - 2080
Eric Coley - 1900
True Knowlton - 1580
Charles Zimmerman - 1570 (Momentum B Team)
Sam Watts - 1390 (Momentum Rec Team)

Male Youth C:

Nathaniel Coleman - 2880 (Momentum A Team)
Tavray Ma'e - 2080 (Momentum A Team)
Aidan Goddard - 1490
Axel Dillman - 1470 (Front Climbing Club)
Weston Bradburn - 1400 (Momentum Rec Team)
Conner LaFleur - 1250 (Momentum B Team)
Alex Tresco - 1200 (Momentum B Team)
Jeremy Starwalt - 300 (Momentum Rec Team)

Male Youth D:

Wyatt Price - 670 (Quarry Stone Crushers)
Ethan Morton - 500 (Quarry Stone Crushers)
Patenne Keezer - 130
Mattes Clarke - 50 (Front Climbing Club)

Join us November 7 as The Big Sky Region heads to Spire Climbing Center in Bozeman, MT!

2009-10-23T16:14:00.002-06:00

Don't forget!

What: Rock Haus is hosting our next ABS competition!
When: October 24,2009
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Check-in begins around 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $20

Come ready to send!