Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon set for Monday ahead of Delaware game
10/8/2026 1:00:00 PM | Football
Brian Kidd to serve as the guest speaker
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee football fans will have an opportunity to get an inside look at Tuesday's conference matchup with Delaware when the Blue Raiders host the Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon Monday, Oct. 12, at 11:45 a.m. in the SRM Concrete Club at Floyd Stadium.
The luncheon, held the day before every home game, will feature an in-depth look at the upcoming matchup from head coach Derek Mason and special teams coordinator Louie Cioffi.
Mason will break down video and discuss the Blue Raiders' preparation for Delaware while also taking questions from those in attendance. Cioffi will provide additional insight into the Blue Raiders' special teams game plan and preparation for Tuesday's contest.
Tuesday's guest alumni speaker will be Brian Kidd, a former Blue Raider player, who is currently the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the National Healthcare Corporation. Kidd played for MTSU from 1994 to 1997 under legendary coach Boots Donnelly and was part of the 1994 team that finished 8-3-1 and advanced to the NCAA I-AA Playoffs.
The Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon provides Blue Raider fans with a unique opportunity to hear directly from members of the MTSU football staff while enjoying lunch and getting ready for Tuesday's game at Floyd Stadium.
Admission is $10, which includes lunch. The program begins at 11:45 a.m., with the luncheon and football discussion continuing through approximately 12:45 p.m.
The luncheon, held the day before every home game, will feature an in-depth look at the upcoming matchup from head coach Derek Mason and special teams coordinator Louie Cioffi.
Mason will break down video and discuss the Blue Raiders' preparation for Delaware while also taking questions from those in attendance. Cioffi will provide additional insight into the Blue Raiders' special teams game plan and preparation for Tuesday's contest.
Tuesday's guest alumni speaker will be Brian Kidd, a former Blue Raider player, who is currently the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the National Healthcare Corporation. Kidd played for MTSU from 1994 to 1997 under legendary coach Boots Donnelly and was part of the 1994 team that finished 8-3-1 and advanced to the NCAA I-AA Playoffs.
The Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon provides Blue Raider fans with a unique opportunity to hear directly from members of the MTSU football staff while enjoying lunch and getting ready for Tuesday's game at Floyd Stadium.
Admission is $10, which includes lunch. The program begins at 11:45 a.m., with the luncheon and football discussion continuing through approximately 12:45 p.m.
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