New
service supports
Grizzly athletics
UM sports fans can now support their beloved Grizzlies simply by surfing the Web or
checking their e-mail.UM has partnered with Denver-based SnapWave Communications to
provide Internet service to UM's sports department and its fans. The service costs $19.95
per month, $3 of which is paid directly to Intercollegiate Athletics to supports its
programs. Fans also can pay $220 for an annual subscription and get one month free.
"It's a great way for alumni or fans to give back to the school and get a quality
service," said Steve Moats, SnapWave's president. "If we get 10,000 subscribers,
that's $30,000 per month or $360,000 per year going back to the University."
Moats said the service is available to 98 percent of the U.S. population and in 25
countries. Subscribers can each have up to five e-mail addresses using the
"@montanagrizzlies.com" domain name. They also receive five megabytes of space
for personal Web pages, and fans can instant message their family and buddies.
In addition, subscribers will receive a CD-ROM that includes Griz video highlights,
schedules, media guides and inside information. A new updated CD-ROM will be sent to
subscribers each season.
UM supporters can subscribe to the new service by visiting www.montanagrizzlies.com,
calling (877) 736-7129 or using a CD-ROM to install the Internet software. |
