Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
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BLUE RAIDER FOOTBALL vs. MISSOURI STATE Oct. 8 | 6:30 p.m. | Floyd Stadium TV: ESPN 2 | Radio: Blue Raider Network Online: Live Audio, Live Stats Tickets | MTSU Game Notes | History |
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 Visiting Floyd Stadium |
 Ticketing |
 Parking |
 Clear Bag Policy |
 Food |
 Rideshare |
 Shuttle Map |
 Gameday Activities |
 Promotions |
 Fan Conduct Policy |
 Alcohol Policy |
 Beer Garden |
 A to Z Guide |
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Officially named Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium/Horace Jones Field in 1968, Floyd Stadium will host its 90th season of Blue Raider football with the 2025 campaign. Set on the northwest end of campus, Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium is regarded as one of the premier facilities in the region and Conference USA.
On January 26, 2023, the Blue Raiders officially broke ground on a new $66-million Student-Athlete Performance Center that opened on July 30, 2025. The three-story, 85,000-square-foot performance center provides all MTSU student-athletes with new facilities for weight training, nutrition, and sports medicine. It is also the new home for Blue Raider Football, allowing MTSU to relocate its football operations from Murphy Center to Floyd Stadium. The project also included a new videoboard for the south end zone. During the summer of 2025, a new surface was installed to replace the turf that was installed in 2014. The surface is by Shaw Sports Turf featuring their revolutionary Game On innovation with enhanced graphics adn integrated line packages which not only increases the field integrity, performance, and durability but also allows a design no one else could provide. The Blue Raiders are 310-139-13 all-time at Floyd Stadium. |
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Football Parking 2025
Parking is available in numerous lots close to Floyd Stadium. A season parking pass allows for parking to all home games and comes as a perk of being a BRAA member or season ticket holder. Following is a list of available permit lots and free parking lots:
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- From the North & East: Enter campus via Rutherford Blvd. to Old Lascassas Hwy.
- Go directly into Greenland lot through intersection.
- From the South and West: Enter campus via Middle Tennessee Blvd., turn onto Greenland Drive.
- Turn right into Greenland lot.
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GREENLAND LOT
(BRAA member will have a “G” permit or non-members can pay $20. ADA also parks in this lot) “Know Your Route” | View on Google Maps
From the North & East: Enter campus via Rutherford Blvd. to Old Lascassas Hwy.Go directly into Greenland lot through intersection. From the South and West: Enter campus via Middle Tennessee Blvd., turn onto Greenland Drive. Turn right into Greenland lot. |
REESE SMITH LOT (BRAA member will have a “RS” permit) “Two Route Options” | View on Google Maps Enter campus via Greenland Drive to Champion Way. Take the first exit off the roundabout and the entrance to the lot will be on your right. Enter campus on MTSU Blvd via Rutherford Blvd. Take MTSU Blvd to Blue Raider Drive. Take the first exit off the roundabout to Blue Raider Drive. Then take the second exit off the roundabout to Lightning Way, and then the second exit off the roundabout to Champion Way. The entrance to the lot will be on your right. |
JONES LOT
(BRAA members will have a "J" permit) “Know Your Route” | View on Google Maps
Enter campus via Greenland Drive to Champion Way.Take the first exit off the roundabout and the entrance to the lot will be on your right. Enter campus on MTSU Blvd via Rutherford Blvd. Take MTSU Blvd to Blue Raider Dribe. Take the first exit off the roundabout to Blue Raider Drive. Then take the second exit off the roundabout to Lightning Way, and then the second exit off the roundabout to Champion Way. You will pass the Reese Smith Lot and Baseball Field. Then go straight at the stop sign at the MTSU Blvd intersection and take a right at the next stop sign. The Jones Lot will be at the end of the road on the right. |
| RV PARKING RV parking on campus is reserved for University donors and a permit is required. There is no general public RV parking on campus. |
FREE LOTS ON GAMEDAY TN Livestock Lot | View on Google Maps : Open and free to all. This lot is located across from Reeves Rogers Elementary on Greenland Dr. Lightning Lot | View on Google Maps : Open and free to all. This lot is located at the corner of Lightning Way and Founders Lane. Founders Lot | View on Google Maps : Open and free to all. This lot is located on Founders Lane. Corlew Lot | View on Google Maps : Open and free to all. This lot is located at the corner of Lightning Way and Founders Lane (across from the Lightning Lot). Bell St. Lot | View on Google Maps : Open and free to all. This lot is located at the corner of Middle Tennessee Blvd. and Bell St. |
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Walnut Grove | Oct 8
Support your Blue Raiders before the football game by tailgating in the official University tailgate area. Walnut Grove opens at 7:30 a.m. on game days. Gameday Activities (Giveaways, Inflatables and Food Trucks) begin at 3:30 p.m.
Party in the Grove | 3:30 PM
Located: Walnut Grove
Party in the Grove will once again include a main stage for performing artists, food trucks and a full slate of activities for the entire family - bounce houses, custom license plates, face painting, airbrush T-shirts, balloon and calligram photo stations and more. Space also remains for fraternity and sorority tents, as well as tailgating for alumni and others. Each party will wind down 45 minutes prior to kick off with a "Follow Me to Floyd" parade, led by new Student Government Association President RJ Ware and Blue Zoo President Bretlyn Warner, who will also be the event's emcees.
The Raider Walk | 4:00 PM
Raider Walk led by coach Derek Mason to greet MTSU President Sidney A. McPhee and the host of fans gathered along the southside of Peck Hall, with the Band of Blue and the cheer and dance teams on hand to spur them to victory. Band of Blue kicks off Raider Walk with the team coming through Walnut Grove at 4:15 p.m.
Family Fun Zone | Opens at 5:00 PM
Located: North End Zone/Upper Deck
The Blue Raider Family Fun Zone provided by Tennessee Event Specialist will make its debut on the upper concourse in the north end zone. This area has been created with kids in mind. Each week there will be different activities for ALL KIDS in attendance to enjoy during the game.The Family Fun Zone will include inflatables, face painting, balloon animals and various carnival games throughout the season.
Blue Raider Beer Garden | Opens at 5:00 PM
Located: South End Zone/Field Level
Entrance is free to fans 21 and up with their admission ticket to the game.
First introduced in the 2019 season, the Blue Raider Beer Garden features brews from Cedar Glades Brews, as well as other popular beers and seltzers. Enjoy the game inside the Beer Garden and play a game of cornhole.
Pre-Game Show | 6:10 PM
Fans are encouraged to get to their seat early for the Band of Blue pre-game show and for a special game ball delivery by Ally Jo & Sweet Sweet Walking Matilda.
Halftime
2025 Freshman Walk
Celebration of Excellence - Youth Sports Recognition
Band of Blue
Promotions
Fan Appreciation Night: Fans can enjoy discounted concessions, including hot dogs for $3, medium sodas for $3, popcorn for $2, and pretzels for $3. Throughout the game, lucky sections will be rewarded with coupons every time the Blue Raiders score in the Game of Winnings.
Student Giveaways: Students will also have plenty to cheer for, with one lucky student each quarter winning a grand prize such as a flat-screen TV, an electric scooter, Beats headphones, and more.
Educator Appreciation: Honoring everyone who serves our schools—teachers, principals, counselors, cafeteria staff, bus drivers, custodians, and more. Educators can email mtmarketing@mtsu.edu from their school email address to receive a promo code for discounted tickets. Discount only available until Tuesday, Oct 7th.
Poster Making Competition: Fans are encouraged to show their creativity—bring a poster from home or stop by the poster-making station on the concourse near Gate 3 to design your own gameday sign! Be sure to check in with your poster at the Customer Service Tent located at any gate for a chance to win prizes for the most creative designs.
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Food Trucks
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West Side MTSU Grill Ice Crown Frozen Lemonade Funnel Cakes Dippin Dots West Side- 2nd level Cotton Candy Cedar Glade |
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MTSU Athletics and The Law Offices of John Day have partnered with Lyft to provide a safe ride home. MTSU Athletics & Day offer promo codes via Lyft that will be accessible for home football game days. The Law Offices of John Day, P.C. will offer a limited number of rides, of up to $10 per user, for all MTSU home games.
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The pickup location on campus will be off Champions Way at the roundabout near the baseball stadium. Aug. 30 – MTSUGM1 Sept. 20 – MTSUGM2 Oct. 8 – MTSUGM3 Oct. 29 – MTSUGM4 Nov. 8 – MTSUGM5 Nov. 22 – MTSUGM6 |
| Gameday golf cart shuttles will be available to fans who need assistance going to their gate. The golf carts will begin running 2.5 hours prior to kickoff and will stop running one hour after the game. Please check the map for all the pickup and drop off locations. If you miss a shuttle, they will be no longer than 15 minutes before they return for the next pickup. An additional shuttle stop will take fans over to the Tom Jackson Building for the Veterans Memorial Service & Tailgate. NOTE: Please anticipate delays in shuttle service as drivers work around the pedestrian walk ways due to construction. |
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