
MISSOULA, MT (WSIL) -- The (#12) SEMO Redhawks made the trip to Montana to face the (#17) Grizzles.Â
The Redhawks played very well in the first half and went into the break with a 17-3 lead. The Red and Black actually led 24-3 at one point.
Montana was able to close the gap and come from behind to win 34-24 scoring 31 unanswered points.Â
The stats favored SEMO. The Redhawks had more total yards and won both the turnover battle and time of possession, but it was not enough.
SEMO's offensive stars came to play. Running back Geno Hess became the workhorse for the Redhawks' offense, carrying the ball 30 times for 122 yards and two touchdowns. Wide receiver Ryan Flournoy made the Montana defense respect the Redhawks air attack, as he racked up 161 yards on 11 catches.
SEMO ends the season with a 9-3 record and Ohio Valley Conference title.
Montana will play at North Dakota State next Saturday in the second round of the FCS Playoffs.