Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
NOTEBOOK: Men’s Tennis is your back-to-back-to-back-to-back Conference USA Champions
4/24/2023 6:25:00 PM | Baseball, General, Men's Golf, Men's Tennis, Softball, Women's Basketball, BRAA, Track & Field/Cross Country, Notebook
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — After a late flight back and an early morning for the travel party, MTSU men's tennis woke up and were still the undisputed Conference USA Champions for the fourth season in a row.
It was a weekend to remember in Houston, with MTSU not dropping a single match en route to a 4-0 win in the Championship match against No. 41 UTSA. The Blue Raiders await their fate at next week's NCAA Men's Tennis selection show, having already earned an automatic bid through their conference title.
The week off, however, meant that Head Coach Jimmy Borendame had a chance to celebrate the win with his family after his return home.
Relive Baseball's Walk-off Home Run to take the series over Rice
It took Middle Tennesse baseball two extra innings, and maybe Luke Vinson had to set up the heroics by striking out taking three straight fastballs the at-bat before. But when the center fielder swung first pitch in the bottom of the 11th, there was no doubt from anyone in the ballpark where that ball was going.
Well...except from his teammates in the dugout, who maybe didn't expect the batter known more for his speed and contact to get a hold of one for his first home run of the year in such a big spot.
"Before I walked up there, Coach Nichols was like 'I'll probably never tell you this, but I want you to hunt a heater and hit a home run,'" Vinson said. "It turned out, that's what happened. Honestly, that's probably the hardest ball and the farthest ball I've ever hit. It was cool."
Now fourth in the Conference USA standings, MTSU will look to climb up the ranks once more with a series at home against LA Tech at the Reese. The first pitch on Friday is set for 6 p.m.
Carcich takes home second pitcher of the week honor from C-USA
Kamryn Carcich has earned her second Conference USA Pitcher of the Week award for Middle Tennessee, the league office announced Monday afternoon.
The Ocean Springs, Miss. native began here week finishing out an 11-2 win over Tennessee State with four strikeouts in 2.2 innings during the Blue Raiders' midweek bout. She was called upon in the final inning in MTSU's first game of the weekend against FIU, working her way out of a bases loaded jam to pick up her fourth save of the season in a 7-5 win. Carcich leads Conference USA in saves after the weekend.
Returning to the circle to start game two on Saturday, Carcich allowed just one run on four hits in a complete game, striking out six Panthers. Opposing batters are hitting just .208 off the transfer from Murray State, who is 7-5 in the circle this season.
Bark in the Park set for this weekend at baseball and softball!
A reminder to all our fans of the Blue Raiders on the Diamond that baseball and softball are excited to welcome them and their dogs to the ballpark THIS WEEKEND.
The Blue Raider softball game against UTSA on Saturday, April 29th and the baseball game against Louisiana Tech on Sunday, April 30th will be open to MTSU fans and their pets.
Fans will need to purchase a ticket for themselves to the baseball game, but their pet gets in free with their ticket. Softball games, as always, offer free admission to Blue Raider fans. There will be pet-themed giveaways along with exciting on-field action.
Fans wishing to cheer on the Blue Raiders with their dogs must sign a waiver before entering the stadium. Those who wish to attend are encouraged to register online at GoBlueRaiders.com. There will be a chance to sign the waiver on gameday at the park if a fan is unable to complete the online form.
Men's Golf tees off strong in C-USA Championship
Middle Tennessee men's golf got off to a strong start to the Conference USA Championships in Texarkana, Texas on Monday, finishing the opening round just one stroke off the lead after a solid day from the whole lineup.
Led by Gavin Clements, who shot a one-under par 71 for his third lowest round of the season, MTSU finished Monday at +5, just one stroke back of UAB. Clements round had him tied for second as an individual, just two shots off the lead.
The C-USA Championships start with three rounds of stroke play, after which the top four teams will advance to match play. At No. 70, the Blue Raiders are the highest-ranked team in Conference USA in the latest Golfstat rankings. The only other team in the top 100 is Charlotte at No. 81. MTSU is 12-4-1 head-to-head against C-USA opponents this season.
MTSU is seeking the fifth straight trophy from the C-USA Championships, after winning the team title three straight seasons (2018, 2019, 2021) and Michael Barnard winning the individual medalist as the top finisher of stroke play in 2023.
High Level Performances across the board for Track & Field in Tuscaloosa
Middle Tennessee Track & Field is starting to heat up as they get closer to the C-USA Outdoor Championships later this spring, setting a plethora of personal bests at the Crimson Tide Invitational this past weekend in Tuscaloosa, Ala.
"It's exciting seeing the team perform at a high level late in the regular season," head coach Keith Vroman said. "We are peaking at the right time."
The Blue Raiders were led once again by Alaba Akintola, who placed first in the men's 100m and 200m. In the 100m, he ran a season best time of 10.14s. In the 110m Hurdles, Stephen Eloji placed first in the with a time of 13.74s, a new personal best.
For the women, Faith Nyathi took second place in the 1500m, while Leonie Beu finished third in the women's 400m, both setting personal bests.
Women's Basketball Heading to Colorado for USA Basketball 3 on 3
MTSU women's basketball emerging senior Courtney Whitson, emerging senior and All-America candidate Savannah Wheeler, emerging junior Jalynn Gregory and emerging sophomore Ta'Mia Scott will represent Middle Tennessee State University in the upcoming 2023 USA Basketball 3X Nationals at the Reid Arena on the campus of Colorado College in Colorado Springs on May 6-7, 2023.
The event will feature up to 12 men's and 16 women's teams, including some of the best 3x3 players in the country, vying for national titles.
An impressive lineup of NCAA Division I women's programs are expected to field teams at 3X Nationals, including Creighton, Duke, Gonzaga, Indiana, Maryland, MTSU, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Oklahoma, Seton Hall, St. John's, Tennessee, UCLA, Utah and Villanova.
Played on a half court with a 10-minute clock and a 12-second shot clock, the first team to 21 points, or the team in the lead at the end of regulation, is the winner. Participating teams earned their spots in the 2023 USA Basketball 3X Nationals either through USA Basketball 3X regional qualifying tournaments last fall or via an at-large invitation from USA Basketball.
Game action is set to stream live on Saturday and Sunday on USA Basketball's website, usab.com, and YouTube.com/USABasketball. 3X Nationals is open to the public.
Waking up champs again! 😁🏆#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/d5KhUTK3hZ
— MT Men's Tennis (@MT_MensTennis) April 24, 2023
It was a weekend to remember in Houston, with MTSU not dropping a single match en route to a 4-0 win in the Championship match against No. 41 UTSA. The Blue Raiders await their fate at next week's NCAA Men's Tennis selection show, having already earned an automatic bid through their conference title.
That 4⃣ Peat Feelin! 🏆#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/qELSYWWFVe
— MT Men's Tennis (@MT_MensTennis) April 24, 2023
The week off, however, meant that Head Coach Jimmy Borendame had a chance to celebrate the win with his family after his return home.
My family, my why, Breakfast 🍳 with the Champs🏆, sequel #4, 😊 #Wegritt16 #NDY pic.twitter.com/fGv9ReZKAL
— Jimmy Borendame (@CoachJimmyB) April 24, 2023
Relive Baseball's Walk-off Home Run to take the series over Rice
It took Middle Tennesse baseball two extra innings, and maybe Luke Vinson had to set up the heroics by striking out taking three straight fastballs the at-bat before. But when the center fielder swung first pitch in the bottom of the 11th, there was no doubt from anyone in the ballpark where that ball was going.
Well...except from his teammates in the dugout, who maybe didn't expect the batter known more for his speed and contact to get a hold of one for his first home run of the year in such a big spot.
"No way"
— MT Baseball (@MT_Baseball) April 24, 2023
YES WAY. Because we can't take our 👀 off this! pic.twitter.com/aoaxhKPTsX
"Before I walked up there, Coach Nichols was like 'I'll probably never tell you this, but I want you to hunt a heater and hit a home run,'" Vinson said. "It turned out, that's what happened. Honestly, that's probably the hardest ball and the farthest ball I've ever hit. It was cool."
Now fourth in the Conference USA standings, MTSU will look to climb up the ranks once more with a series at home against LA Tech at the Reese. The first pitch on Friday is set for 6 p.m.
It all came down to one swing...
— MT Baseball (@MT_Baseball) April 24, 2023
🎥 🍿 #BLUEnited | #BlueCrew pic.twitter.com/a7ovr2Uutj
What's Happening in the 'Boro – presented by Ole South@MT_Softball and @MT_Baseball are both home for a C-USA series this weekend!
— MT Athletics (@MTAthletics) April 24, 2023
⚾️🎟 https://t.co/FpVYoaIe2Z
🥎🎟 FREE#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/wyBjjZOjBb
Carcich takes home second pitcher of the week honor from C-USA
Kamryn Carcich has earned her second Conference USA Pitcher of the Week award for Middle Tennessee, the league office announced Monday afternoon.
Second Pitcher of the Week award this season for @KamrynCarcich! 👏
— MT Softball (@MT_Softball) April 24, 2023
📰 https://t.co/DZHq3UI9hQ#BLUEnited | ⚡️⬆️ pic.twitter.com/cTe8jb2v2q
The Ocean Springs, Miss. native began here week finishing out an 11-2 win over Tennessee State with four strikeouts in 2.2 innings during the Blue Raiders' midweek bout. She was called upon in the final inning in MTSU's first game of the weekend against FIU, working her way out of a bases loaded jam to pick up her fourth save of the season in a 7-5 win. Carcich leads Conference USA in saves after the weekend.
Returning to the circle to start game two on Saturday, Carcich allowed just one run on four hits in a complete game, striking out six Panthers. Opposing batters are hitting just .208 off the transfer from Murray State, who is 7-5 in the circle this season.
🥎 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 🥎@MT_Softball's Kamryn Carcich (@KamrynCarcich) is the #CUSASB Pitcher of the Week presented by @BlendersEyewear!
— Conference USA (@ConferenceUSA) April 24, 2023
🏅2️⃣ | https://t.co/1URhuIo9FO pic.twitter.com/o9DpPHvmmC
Bark in the Park set for this weekend at baseball and softball!
A reminder to all our fans of the Blue Raiders on the Diamond that baseball and softball are excited to welcome them and their dogs to the ballpark THIS WEEKEND.
The Blue Raider softball game against UTSA on Saturday, April 29th and the baseball game against Louisiana Tech on Sunday, April 30th will be open to MTSU fans and their pets.
Fans will need to purchase a ticket for themselves to the baseball game, but their pet gets in free with their ticket. Softball games, as always, offer free admission to Blue Raider fans. There will be pet-themed giveaways along with exciting on-field action.
Fans wishing to cheer on the Blue Raiders with their dogs must sign a waiver before entering the stadium. Those who wish to attend are encouraged to register online at GoBlueRaiders.com. There will be a chance to sign the waiver on gameday at the park if a fan is unable to complete the online form.
Join us at @MT_Softball on April 29 and @MT_Baseball on April 30 for Bark in the Park! 🐾https://t.co/60SKpGlbUK
— MT Athletics (@MTAthletics) April 17, 2023
Men's Golf tees off strong in C-USA Championship
Middle Tennessee men's golf got off to a strong start to the Conference USA Championships in Texarkana, Texas on Monday, finishing the opening round just one stroke off the lead after a solid day from the whole lineup.
Led by Gavin Clements, who shot a one-under par 71 for his third lowest round of the season, MTSU finished Monday at +5, just one stroke back of UAB. Clements round had him tied for second as an individual, just two shots off the lead.
Birdies on four of his last five holes give Gavin Clements his third-lowest round of the year!#BlueRaiders pic.twitter.com/ugutuS6bPW
— MT Men's Golf (@MT_MGolf) April 24, 2023
The C-USA Championships start with three rounds of stroke play, after which the top four teams will advance to match play. At No. 70, the Blue Raiders are the highest-ranked team in Conference USA in the latest Golfstat rankings. The only other team in the top 100 is Charlotte at No. 81. MTSU is 12-4-1 head-to-head against C-USA opponents this season.
MTSU is seeking the fifth straight trophy from the C-USA Championships, after winning the team title three straight seasons (2018, 2019, 2021) and Michael Barnard winning the individual medalist as the top finisher of stroke play in 2023.
Final scores from the first round. Gavin and Owen are in the top 10 with eight teams left to finish! pic.twitter.com/N7QsO1NHPV
— MT Men's Golf (@MT_MGolf) April 24, 2023
High Level Performances across the board for Track & Field in Tuscaloosa
Middle Tennessee Track & Field is starting to heat up as they get closer to the C-USA Outdoor Championships later this spring, setting a plethora of personal bests at the Crimson Tide Invitational this past weekend in Tuscaloosa, Ala.
"It's exciting seeing the team perform at a high level late in the regular season," head coach Keith Vroman said. "We are peaking at the right time."
The Blue Raiders were led once again by Alaba Akintola, who placed first in the men's 100m and 200m. In the 100m, he ran a season best time of 10.14s. In the 110m Hurdles, Stephen Eloji placed first in the with a time of 13.74s, a new personal best.
For the women, Faith Nyathi took second place in the 1500m, while Leonie Beu finished third in the women's 400m, both setting personal bests.
Women's Basketball Heading to Colorado for USA Basketball 3 on 3
MTSU women's basketball emerging senior Courtney Whitson, emerging senior and All-America candidate Savannah Wheeler, emerging junior Jalynn Gregory and emerging sophomore Ta'Mia Scott will represent Middle Tennessee State University in the upcoming 2023 USA Basketball 3X Nationals at the Reid Arena on the campus of Colorado College in Colorado Springs on May 6-7, 2023.
The event will feature up to 12 men's and 16 women's teams, including some of the best 3x3 players in the country, vying for national titles.
An impressive lineup of NCAA Division I women's programs are expected to field teams at 3X Nationals, including Creighton, Duke, Gonzaga, Indiana, Maryland, MTSU, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Oklahoma, Seton Hall, St. John's, Tennessee, UCLA, Utah and Villanova.
Played on a half court with a 10-minute clock and a 12-second shot clock, the first team to 21 points, or the team in the lead at the end of regulation, is the winner. Participating teams earned their spots in the 2023 USA Basketball 3X Nationals either through USA Basketball 3X regional qualifying tournaments last fall or via an at-large invitation from USA Basketball.
Game action is set to stream live on Saturday and Sunday on USA Basketball's website, usab.com, and YouTube.com/USABasketball. 3X Nationals is open to the public.
See you soon Colorado!!
— Ta'Mia Scott (@TamiaScott2022) April 24, 2023
So blessed for this opportunity with @usab3x3 and @usabasketball 3X Nations representing @mt_wbb pic.twitter.com/6R5LoD7U2n
Can't wait to get to Colorado Springs on May 5-7 for @usab3x3 and @usabasketball 3X Nations with @MT_WBB pic.twitter.com/7ixxOYn4o1
— sav wheeler (@savwheeler4) April 24, 2023
So thankful to be headed to Colorado Springs on May 5-7 for @usab3x3 and @usabasketball 3X Nations with @mt_wbb!! #GTG pic.twitter.com/uXjitcZA3h
— Courtney Whitson (@WhitsonCourtney) April 24, 2023
See y'all in Colorado Springs!!
— Jalynn Gregory (@GregoryJalynn) April 24, 2023
Blessed to be able to rep @MT_WBB for @usab3x3 and @usabasketball on May 5-7. pic.twitter.com/zLnSHII4D6
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