Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
Hall of Fame
Ray Purvis
- Induction:
- 1978
- Class:
- 1960
A three-sport athlete, Ray Purvis made his mark on MT athletics in football. He lettered in that sport for four years and during his play, MT's record was 35-5-1. Purvis was All-OVC and All-American in 1959. His 9.1 yards per rush season average was an OVC record at the time.
Captain of the football team in 1960, he also applied his athleticism to track and field where he competed in the 100-yard dash and the long jump.
Captain of the football team in 1960, he also applied his athleticism to track and field where he competed in the 100-yard dash and the long jump.
MTSU Football at WKU post-game press conference – 11/15/25
Sunday, November 16
MTSU Men's Basketball Recap vs Evansville 11/12/25
Friday, November 14
MTSU Men's Basketball Recap vs Evansville 11/12/25
Friday, November 14
Raider Report Game 10 - MTSU vs. Western Kentucky University
Friday, November 14
