MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) — Middle Tennessee State University Athletics is gearing up for the 2025 Blue Raider Blitz, a week-long tour designed to connect coaches, staff, alumni, and fans across the mid-state. This year's edition includes five stops over four days, culminating in a ticketed event at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, complete with a special media panel.
Set to run June 23–26, the Blitz will offer team updates, coach appearances, networking opportunities, and giveaways at each location. The tour aims to strengthen community ties and rally support for MTSU Athletics ahead of the 2025 sports season.
The Nashville event on June 24 will be a standout stop, featuring a ticketed session at the Smashville Meeting Room inside Bridgestone Arena. Attendees will hear from Blue Raider head coaches Derek Mason, Rick Insell, Nick McDevitt, and Director of Athletics Chris Massaro, along with guest hosts Chris “The Show Pony” Childers and Joe “BigJoeOnTheGo” Dubin, both Middle grads.
The MTSU Ticket Office and Blue Raider Athletic Association (BRAA) will be present at each stop to help fans with 2025 football season tickets and answer any questions. Fans can also enter giveaways for MTSU gear, ticket packages, and more.
Here’s the full 2025 Blue Raider Blitz schedule:
🔹 Monday, June 23 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Murfreesboro – The Fountains at Gateway
Complimentary #BLUEnited baskets for local businesses who RSVP.
🔹 Tuesday, June 24 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Nashville – Bridgestone Arena (Smashville Meeting Room)
🎟️ $15 per person – includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, parking (if purchased in advance).
🎤 Featured Media Panel with MTSU coaches and broadcasters.
🔹 Wednesday, June 25 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Tullahoma – Ascend Federal Credit Union Headquarters
Free #BLUEnited baskets for local businesses with RSVP.
🔹 Wednesday, June 25 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Shelbyville – The Celebration (Blue Ribbon Circle Club)
Light refreshments available.
🔹 Thursday, June 26 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Smyrna – Smyrna Event Center
🍽️ First 100 fans receive a complimentary lunch. Meal tickets available after.
MTSU Athletics encourages fans to RSVP to help create the best experience at each location. For more details or to purchase tickets to the Nashville stop, visit the official Blue Raider Athletics website.