Well the Griz were not on the turf Friday, Griz Alumni veterans were.

Ahead of this weekend’s Veterans appreciation game, the spotlight was on former Griz who also served our country.

More than 50 Griz alumni veterans gathered on the field at Washington-Grizzly Stadium for a special tribute including a ceremonial raising of the Purple Heart flag honoring their bravery and sacrifice.

It’s one of several events this week recognizing service members, all leading up to Saturday’s game dedicated to honoring our nation’s veterans.

Griz Alum, Jorge Reyes, UM Class of 1995, civil affairs, Joseph Hodgson, UM Class of 1994, United States Army Avation, and Jeffrey Perrault, UM Class of 1996, United States Army Infantry, say this is an honor to be recognized.

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