MISSOULA — The thunderous noise that echoes through Washington-Grizzly Stadium after every Griz touchdown isn't just crowd noise – the cannon boom also fills the stadium. The touchdown cannon tradition is carefully orchestrated by the University of Montana ROTC cadets known as the Boom Crew. University of Montana's Boom Crew cannon is a touchdown tradition

Since 1990, this five-person volunteer team of cadets, overseen by a cadre member, has operated the touchdown cannon that fires before and throughout Griz football games. The process requires precision, teamwork and strict safety protocols.

"I'd say the most difficult part is making sure everyone knows their role. It's a lot of moving parts at the same time, especially when they're coming towards us," said Maycie Barrett, a University

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