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OPENING THE SEASON: Centurions runners compete at Helsing Invitational

The cross country season is underway for the Montcalm Community College Centurions as they competed at the Ray Helsing Invitational in Big Rapids, Saturday, Sept. 12.

GETTING CLOSER: Despite 3-0 loss to Owens CC, Centurions closer to figuring things out

The Express (12-3 overall) won 25-19, 25-21 and 25-20 over the Centurions (0-2 MCCAA Northern, 1-9 overall). Each set held a story of its own.

END OF THE ROAD … TRIP: After loss to Delta, Centurions ready for long-awaited home opener

After a 3-0 loss at Delta College, Sept. 16, Centurions head coach Kara Youngs said she and her team are ready to finally enjoy a match on their home court, which will be Friday, Sept. 18, against Owens Community College.

END OF A LONG ROAD: Centurions earn first win, gearing up for last match of long string of road games

Centurions head coach Kara Youngs said she has never experienced a schedule with such a long stretch of road games, especially right at the beginning of the season. However, her team has learned a lot from it.

WORK TO DO: Centurions cross country prepare for opening season meet at Ferris State Sept. 12

The Centurions, in their fourth year after the college reintroduced athletics to its campus, begin the 2026 season Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Ray Helsing Bulldog Invitational at Ferris State University in Big Rapids.

ENHANCING HER EXPERIENCE: Centurions’ Karly Fisk seeks to continue great experience with cross country team

Last year, the Sand Lake native had an enjoyable season, being part of a young team that made it to the NJCAA Division II National Championships. She was also named to the NJCAA First Team-All Academics.

CLOSE BATTLE: Despite falling to Schoolcraft, 3-1, progress for Centurions moving forward

Still looking for their first win of the season, the Centurions came into the road game with the mindset of improving their offense.

Bramble Ramble sees new race director for 11th annual race

This year's race will take place on Saturday, September 19 at 9 a.m. at the Robert E. Marston Pavilion on MCC's Sidney campus.

OFF AND RUNNING: Centurions volleyball faces several road games to begin season

Though it did not pick up a win in the opening weekend tournament in Rockford, Illinois, the Centurions women’s volleyball team earned experience that hopefully will help when conference play begins.

‘THE WORLD AT HIS FINGERTIPS’: Centurions sophomore Jahmere Evans looks to reach next level on the basketball court

Since signing with the team, the 19-year-old sophomore shooting guard/forward from Indianapolis, Indiana has grown three inches taller, from 6-foot, 2-inches to 6-foot, 5-inches. And, according to head coach Zach Ingles, Evans’ game is naturally growing, too.

SUCCESS BY THE NUMBERS: Centurions volleyball bring experience and large incoming freshman class for 2026-27 season

If there is one thing Kara Youngs learned from last season, it is that her Montcalm Community College Centurions women’s volleyball team isn’t going to be beaten by a lack of able-bodied players. 

MCC announces summer 2026 honors

The Montcalm Community College summer 2026 session honors list includes 109 students. These students must have taken 6 credits or more to be eligible for honors.

MCC President Dr. Bradley J. Barrick appointed treasurer of MCCA Executive Committee

Montcalm Community College President Dr. Bradley J. Barrick was recently appointed treasurer of the Michigan Community College Association’s (MCCA) Executive Committee.

‘A PLEASANT SURPRISE’ — Early success has MCC sports ahead of schedule after three-year anniversary

After what he saw from last year’s performances, Hunter Redman can confidently say that the athletic programs at Montcalm Community College are doing quite well as the Centurions athletic department heads into its fourth year at the Sidney campus.

MCC's Green Council hosts Give & Get Event Aug. 7

Paired alongside the annual festival, this community event will accept donations of gently used items that can be easily transported home and is especially welcoming donations of back-to-school supplies, children's books, toys, clothing and professional and workplace attire.