Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
NOTEBOOK: Annual Blue Raider Fan Day set for Sunday!
8/14/2023 5:47:00 PM | General
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A Middle Tennessee tradition returns once more on Sunday, as the annual Blue Raider Fan Day returns with a new twist on August 20.
The FREE and open to the public event runs from 3-5 p.m., with the new addition of Slip N' Slide and other water-based inflatables on the turf of Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium. Fans of all ages are encouraged to dress accordingly to enjoy both the new wet and returning dry inflatables, while the first 250 fans through the Floyd Stadium gates will receive a free Blue Raider Beach Towel.
MTSU Football, Volleyball and Cross-Country student athletes will be in attendance to sign autographs and fans are encouraged to stick around for Soccer's 6 p.m. kickoff against Belmont that evening in Dean A. Hayes Track & Soccer Stadium.
Other returning fan favorites include live music from "The Bizz and Everyday People", face painting and balloon artistry, along with giveaways from many of MTSU Athletics' Corporate Sponsors free hot dogs and drinks will be provided in the concession stands on the concourse.
Thanks to all the families that joined us for Blue Raider Family Fun Night in Smyrna last week! We hope to see y'all again this Sunday here in Murfreesboro!
Football Season Tickets are still available!
Visitors to GoBlueRaiders.com were likely already reminded of this, but season tickets remain available for all six Blue Raider home games at Floyd Stadium this season, starting as low as $99 per seat!
Contact the MTSU Athletics Ticket Office at 615-898-5261 or order online at https://am.ticketmaster.com/mtsu/ism/MjNGQg==. Ticket office representatives will also be at Fan Day on August 20 to answer questions for all Blue Raider fans.
The home opener against Murray State is just over a month away! The Football team took a day off from practice on Sunday to take team photos for the season. Check out the highlights below!
Join us for the Blue Raider Tailgate in Tuscaloosa!
Thanks to the MTSU Alumni Association, alumni who are members are invited to join one another at the Association's tailgate in Tuscaloosa ahead of Blue Raider football's season opener at Alabama on September 2! Full details can be found below, but make sure to register by Friday!
Soccer starts regular season on Thursday against Ragin' Cajuns
The games finally start to count in the new school year this Thursday, as Blue Raider soccer kicks off the 2023-24 athletic calendar with their season opener against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns at Dean A. Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium at 7 p.m.
It's the first of two home games this weekend for MTSU, as the Blue Raiders take on in-state foe Belmont on Sunday at 6 p.m. Admission to both games is FREE, so don't miss out on a chance to cheer on the Blue Raiders.
Blue Raider fans are encouraged to support the soccer program this fall by participating in the program's pledge-a-thon, where folks can pledge to donate a certain amount of money per each MTSU win, goal or shutout this fall! More details can be found below.
Volleyball continues preseason prep with scrimmages this week
Fans will have a chance to support the Blue Raider Volleyball program two times this week, as MTSU takes part in two key preseason events inside of Alumni Memorial Gymnasium.
Starting with the annual Blue-White game on Tuesday at 6 p.m., the Blue Raiders will formally scrimmage against each other. The preseason week will conclude on Saturday with an exhibition match against Evansville in the AMG at 3 p.m.
The vibes around the group are positive this year if their annual media day this past week was any indication. I enjoyed seeing their personalities shine (and seeing some of our staff's work here in Athletic Communications) during the shoot last Friday!
Men's Basketball takes off for Italy
It wasn't the earliest morning for a Blue Raider program I've ever seen, but the bus still pulled out for BNA plenty early for MTSU Men's Basketball, who started their journey east for their foreign tour of Italy this morning.
The schedule of games was announced just before takeoff, with MTSU playing back-to-back days while in Southern Europe, taking on Italian teams on Saturday and Sunday this weekend.
Women's Basketball announces non-conference schedule, including a neutral site matchup in Huntsville against the Lady Vols
It was a busy middle of the week last week in the Lady Raider Basketball office, as preparations were made for the big announcement in Huntsville, Ala.— The Lady Raiders and the Lady Vols would once again play each other, starting this fall in the Propst Arena at the Von Braun Center, home of the 2024 Conference USA Basketball Championships.
The first of four games in the agreed upon series, with MTSU traveling to Knoxville in 2024 and 2026 while hosting Tennessee in 2025.
"This is an exciting opportunity to showcase the talent and passion for women's basketball in the State of Tennessee," said Head Coach Rick Insell. "Year in and year out, these are two of the top programs in the country and the most devoted fanbases in our state. I want to thank Kellie Harper for renewing this rivalry."
Fans can secure their spot at the highly anticipated matchup in Huntsville through the purchase of a Middle Tennessee women's basketball season ticket package. Single-game tickets will also be available for $20 each. Beginning Monday, September 4 at 10 a.m. CT, fans can conveniently make their purchases online through Ticketmaster.com via the Von Braun Center.
Additionally, groups of 20 or more will have the opportunity to take advantage of a discounted rate, with tickets priced at just $12 per person. Middle Tennessee students can cheer on the Lady Raiders for free by presenting their physical MTSU Student ID at the event (please note that the My Event Pass will not be valid).
The matchup with Tennessee finalized the non-conference slate for the Lady Raiders, who will face six teams that finished in the Top 85 of NET a season ago, with five games coming in the Murphy Center.
Men's Golf tees off three Blue Raiders in the US Amateur
It was a strong start for MTSU Men's Golf at the 2023 US Amateur, as current Blue Raider Owen Stamper, former Blue Raiders Brett Patterson and (current assistant coach) Payne Denman all posted solid rounds at the Cherry Hills C.C. in Parker, Colo.
The goal for each golfer is to make the top 64 in the field after two days of stroke play, seeding them into a 64-player knockout, match play bracket. Margins are tight, but each Blue Raider is in range to make a play heading into Day 2 tomorrow!
The FREE and open to the public event runs from 3-5 p.m., with the new addition of Slip N' Slide and other water-based inflatables on the turf of Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium. Fans of all ages are encouraged to dress accordingly to enjoy both the new wet and returning dry inflatables, while the first 250 fans through the Floyd Stadium gates will receive a free Blue Raider Beach Towel.
MTSU Football, Volleyball and Cross-Country student athletes will be in attendance to sign autographs and fans are encouraged to stick around for Soccer's 6 p.m. kickoff against Belmont that evening in Dean A. Hayes Track & Soccer Stadium.
Other returning fan favorites include live music from "The Bizz and Everyday People", face painting and balloon artistry, along with giveaways from many of MTSU Athletics' Corporate Sponsors free hot dogs and drinks will be provided in the concession stands on the concourse.
Thanks to all the families that joined us for Blue Raider Family Fun Night in Smyrna last week! We hope to see y'all again this Sunday here in Murfreesboro!
Great crowd at Lee Victory Park in Smyrna last night for our second Blue Raider Family Fun Night of the summer! 🤩
— Middle Tennessee Athletics (@MTAthletics) August 12, 2023
📸 Full photo gallery: https://t.co/3N0cMBVYgM#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/OTHYOJzCDV
Football Season Tickets are still available!
Visitors to GoBlueRaiders.com were likely already reminded of this, but season tickets remain available for all six Blue Raider home games at Floyd Stadium this season, starting as low as $99 per seat!
Contact the MTSU Athletics Ticket Office at 615-898-5261 or order online at https://am.ticketmaster.com/mtsu/ism/MjNGQg==. Ticket office representatives will also be at Fan Day on August 20 to answer questions for all Blue Raider fans.
The home opener against Murray State is just over a month away! The Football team took a day off from practice on Sunday to take team photos for the season. Check out the highlights below!
All smiles on photo day 😎 pic.twitter.com/rxOTMG6lMO
— Middle Tennessee Football (@MT_FB) August 13, 2023
Join us for the Blue Raider Tailgate in Tuscaloosa!
Thanks to the MTSU Alumni Association, alumni who are members are invited to join one another at the Association's tailgate in Tuscaloosa ahead of Blue Raider football's season opener at Alabama on September 2! Full details can be found below, but make sure to register by Friday!
Let's take this tailgate to Tuscaloosa! Join @MTAlumni and @MTSUBRAA on Sept. 2 before @MT_FB plays Alabama for a fun tailgate, and be sure to register by Friday!
— Middle Tennessee Athletics (@MTAthletics) August 14, 2023
🔗 Info: https://t.co/s3CPCDZawv
🔗 Register: https://t.co/9LudJNUTN8#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/7E4aaaVBp0
Soccer starts regular season on Thursday against Ragin' Cajuns
The games finally start to count in the new school year this Thursday, as Blue Raider soccer kicks off the 2023-24 athletic calendar with their season opener against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns at Dean A. Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium at 7 p.m.
It's the first of two home games this weekend for MTSU, as the Blue Raiders take on in-state foe Belmont on Sunday at 6 p.m. Admission to both games is FREE, so don't miss out on a chance to cheer on the Blue Raiders.
Hey guys, we're back!
— Middle Tennessee Soccer (@MT_Soccer) August 14, 2023
Did you miss us?
Because we missed you 🤩 #BLUEnited | #DripByDrip pic.twitter.com/mWN942HRAS
Blue Raider fans are encouraged to support the soccer program this fall by participating in the program's pledge-a-thon, where folks can pledge to donate a certain amount of money per each MTSU win, goal or shutout this fall! More details can be found below.
Pledge your contribution now to Blue Raider Soccer! 📣
— Middle Tennessee Soccer (@MT_Soccer) August 14, 2023
The Pledge-A-Thon remains open through Thursday!
⚽️ https://t.co/UO6nTAKwN9#BLUEnited | #DripByDrip pic.twitter.com/tMzPWmgTs8
Volleyball continues preseason prep with scrimmages this week
Fans will have a chance to support the Blue Raider Volleyball program two times this week, as MTSU takes part in two key preseason events inside of Alumni Memorial Gymnasium.
Starting with the annual Blue-White game on Tuesday at 6 p.m., the Blue Raiders will formally scrimmage against each other. The preseason week will conclude on Saturday with an exhibition match against Evansville in the AMG at 3 p.m.
What's Happening in the 'Boro – presented by Ole South@MT_Volleyball gets going with their Blue vs. White match on Tuesday and an exhibition on Saturday, and @MT_Soccer starts the regular season with two home matches!
— Middle Tennessee Athletics (@MTAthletics) August 14, 2023
🏐⚽️🎟 FREE#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/e0s9GArkXh
The vibes around the group are positive this year if their annual media day this past week was any indication. I enjoyed seeing their personalities shine (and seeing some of our staff's work here in Athletic Communications) during the shoot last Friday!
Media Day fun 🤩#BLUEnited pic.twitter.com/4J0kgT3Jof
— Middle Tennessee Volleyball (@MT_Volleyball) August 11, 2023
Men's Basketball takes off for Italy
It wasn't the earliest morning for a Blue Raider program I've ever seen, but the bus still pulled out for BNA plenty early for MTSU Men's Basketball, who started their journey east for their foreign tour of Italy this morning.
And we're off! ✈️🇮🇹#BlueRaiders pic.twitter.com/Q7H52y8kzx
— Middle Tennessee Men's Basketball (@MT_MBB) August 14, 2023
The schedule of games was announced just before takeoff, with MTSU playing back-to-back days while in Southern Europe, taking on Italian teams on Saturday and Sunday this weekend.
SCHEDULE CHANGE - We'll now play Saturday and Sunday in Italy pic.twitter.com/YqodF2WEYX
— Middle Tennessee Men's Basketball (@MT_MBB) August 14, 2023
Women's Basketball announces non-conference schedule, including a neutral site matchup in Huntsville against the Lady Vols
It was a busy middle of the week last week in the Lady Raider Basketball office, as preparations were made for the big announcement in Huntsville, Ala.— The Lady Raiders and the Lady Vols would once again play each other, starting this fall in the Propst Arena at the Von Braun Center, home of the 2024 Conference USA Basketball Championships.
The first of four games in the agreed upon series, with MTSU traveling to Knoxville in 2024 and 2026 while hosting Tennessee in 2025.
"This is an exciting opportunity to showcase the talent and passion for women's basketball in the State of Tennessee," said Head Coach Rick Insell. "Year in and year out, these are two of the top programs in the country and the most devoted fanbases in our state. I want to thank Kellie Harper for renewing this rivalry."
𝙍𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡𝙧𝙮 𝙍𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙙.
— Middle Tennessee Women's Basketball (@MT_WBB) August 9, 2023
📰 https://t.co/RRk52Uhk6e#BLUEnited | #TrueBlue pic.twitter.com/4esYFEwOvP
Fans can secure their spot at the highly anticipated matchup in Huntsville through the purchase of a Middle Tennessee women's basketball season ticket package. Single-game tickets will also be available for $20 each. Beginning Monday, September 4 at 10 a.m. CT, fans can conveniently make their purchases online through Ticketmaster.com via the Von Braun Center.
Additionally, groups of 20 or more will have the opportunity to take advantage of a discounted rate, with tickets priced at just $12 per person. Middle Tennessee students can cheer on the Lady Raiders for free by presenting their physical MTSU Student ID at the event (please note that the My Event Pass will not be valid).
The matchup with Tennessee finalized the non-conference slate for the Lady Raiders, who will face six teams that finished in the Top 85 of NET a season ago, with five games coming in the Murphy Center.
Non-conference schedule is set 🗓️
— Middle Tennessee Women's Basketball (@MT_WBB) August 10, 2023
🔗 https://t.co/hvkKY4qD4b#BLUEnited | #TrueBlue pic.twitter.com/vM8ZGiWj79
Men's Golf tees off three Blue Raiders in the US Amateur
It was a strong start for MTSU Men's Golf at the 2023 US Amateur, as current Blue Raider Owen Stamper, former Blue Raiders Brett Patterson and (current assistant coach) Payne Denman all posted solid rounds at the Cherry Hills C.C. in Parker, Colo.
Good luck to Owen Stamper this week in the US Amateur Championship!
— Middle Tennessee Men's Golf (@MT_MGolf) August 13, 2023
Tournament Info: https://t.co/Cqf7MaMujx pic.twitter.com/huj5vnqxBU
Good luck to Assistant Coach Payne Denman in this week's US Amateur Championship!
— Middle Tennessee Men's Golf (@MT_MGolf) August 13, 2023
Tournament Info: https://t.co/Cqf7MaLWtZ pic.twitter.com/XBpLQQ35qr
The goal for each golfer is to make the top 64 in the field after two days of stroke play, seeding them into a 64-player knockout, match play bracket. Margins are tight, but each Blue Raider is in range to make a play heading into Day 2 tomorrow!
Strong start for the Blue Raiders in the US Amateur Championship! https://t.co/RPIhRnOQx7 pic.twitter.com/dxqrZNZPHe
— Middle Tennessee Men's Golf (@MT_MGolf) August 14, 2023
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