MTSU releases non-conference promotional schedule for basketball

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Middle Tennessee Athletics has released the 2022-23 men's and women's basketball non-conference promotional schedule, which includes theme nights, giveaways, and the ongoing celebration of the 50^th Anniversary of Murphy Center.

The men's basketball team tipped off their non-conference schedule with a win in the Glass House in front of 4,700 Rutherford County Elementary Schoolers (7,047 total attendance) for the first Education Game since 2019. After a quick road trip, the Blue Raiders host Rice in the Conference USA opener on Nov. 15^th for a Sweet Steal Night featuring Blue Raider Partner, Nothing Bundt Cakes for National Bundt Cake Day!

The Blue Raiders return home in December for three in-state matchups – Maryville, Chattanooga, and Murray State.

Sweet Steal Night - Tuesday, November 15, 6 p.m. vs. Rice (C-USA game)

Sweet Station on the Concourse
3 Point Foam Hand Giveaway

Elvis Presley Night - Saturday, December 3, 2 p.m. vs. Maryville

Elvis Presley Music All Night Long
Elvis Sandwiches
Rock N Roll Photo Booth
Elvis Presley Hatch Print

50^th Anniversary Men's Basketball - Thursday, December 15, 6 p.m. vs. Chattanooga

Honoring MBB History
Rally Towel Giveaway

12 Days of Christmas Gifting - Wednesday, December 21, 6 p.m. vs. Murray State

12 Giveaways to Lucky Fans throughout the Game

The women's basketball program has a challenging non-conference schedule to go along with some big celebrations, including the annual Christmas in the Murphy Center game and the Murfreesboro City Schools Education Game. The Lady Raiders open their home season on Nov. 16 against Belmont who won a game in the NCAA Tournament last year, before hosting Tennessee Tech on Dec. 1 for their annual Education Day game. The Lady Raiders will wrap up the calendar year at home against No. 7 Louisville (Dec. 4) and Houston (Dec. 14).

Home Opener - Wednesday, November 16,6 p.m. vs. Belmont

3 Point Giveaway

Education Day - Thursday, December 1,11 a.m. vs. Tennessee Tech

Murfreesboro City Schools Education Day
On-court activities for Elementary Attendees

50^th Anniversary of Murphy Center - Sunday, December 4,4 p.m. vs. Louisville

Honoring Historic WBB moments in the Murphy Center
Rally Towel Giveaway

A Country Christmas - Wednesday, December 14,6 p.m. vs. Houston

Santa's Workshop on the Concourse
Country Christmas Hits from Legends who performed in the Murphy Center

No matter which game you attend, Blue Raider Fans of all ages will find something fun to do on the concourse. The Family Fun Zone, filled with inflatables and activities for Little Blue Raider Fans will be set up along the west side behind sections K & J.

In December, the Blue Raider Beer Garden will make its appearance in the Murphy Center at the top of section D. Open to all fans 21 & up, the Blue Raider Beer Garden features local craft beers and a spot to socialize while watching Blue Raider Basketball.

Do not miss your chance to be inside the Murphy Center! Season Tickets are still on sale now. Men's season tickets are $175 per seat, and women's season tickets are $125 per seat, or fans may purchase a combination of both men's and women's season tickets at a discounted rate of $230. MTSU staff and faculty also may purchase discounted season tickets by contacting the ticket office at 615-898-5261.

Fans can purchase their season tickets online at G oBlueRaiders.com/Tickets, or by visiting the MTSU Ticket Office. For more information, call the MTSU Ticket Office at 615-898-5261.

Make sure to follow along with MTSU Athletics on all social media channels to keep up to date with additional information and more in-depth information about each game the week of.

*All promotional nights/giveaways are subject to change and while supplies last.

Middle Tennesee State University Athletics

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