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Welcome to the #1 sports podcast dedicated to Middle Tennessee Blue Raider athletics! It's my mission to bring you the inside scoop on all things related to our beloved Blue Raiders. From game recaps, player spotlights to in-depth discussions with coaches and local media personalities, this podcast is a must-listen for any true Blue Raider supporter.

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Welcome to the #1 sports podcast dedicated to Middle Tennessee Blue Raider athletics! It's my mission to bring you the inside scoop on all things related to our beloved Blue Raiders. From game recaps, player spotlights to in-depth discussions with coaches and local media personalities, this podcast is a must-listen for any true Blue Raider supporter.

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Episodes
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Episode 23

5/14/2024
Finishing up our Spring season! Baseball"s season stays alive with a big road series win. Basketball gets some returning faces to both mens and womens side. Track and Field Conference Championships completed and some spring sports individual compete in national championships. We'll keep you posted with upcoming interview dates with your favorite MT athletes in our new summer schedule! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:23:41

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Episode 22 feat. Sam Doughton

5/7/2024
Softball and Tennis season came to a close this weekend and Baseball aims to return to the Conference USA tournament with a big road series against Jacksonville State. I breakdown the upcoming series with MTSU's own Sam Doughton and turn our attention to the pickups for both basketball programs and where the football program continue to build its roster now that the transfer portal is closed. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:01:03:15

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Episode 21 feat. Jimmy Borendame

4/30/2024
Men's Tennis wins their 5th straight Conference USA Title and is headed to Starkville for the NCAA Tournament! Hear from head mens tennis coach Jimmy Borendame to breakdown their upcoming week in prep for their first trip to the Round of 16. Stay tuned to the end to breakdown the latest additions to both the mens and womens basketball teams! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:49:12

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Episode 20

4/23/2024
Time to breakdown the men's basketball off season pick ups! A trio of ball players that should make an impact their first season in Murfreesboro! Quick breakdown of Mens Tennis' 5th consecutive CUSA Championship! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:30:56

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Episode 19 feat. Austin Lewis

4/16/2024
Fresh off the Saturday Showcase, I sit down with GoMiddle.com's Austin Lewis to break down the Blue and White game! We give insight to what Mason and staff showed us on Saturday as well as what to look forward to this upcoming transfer portal season. Stick around to listen about the Lady Raiders latest grab from the transfer portal and the expectations mounting for next winter! As always stay tuned for the Raider Wrap-Up portion of the episode where I breakdown this past week in MTSU athletics! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:52:13

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Episode 18 feat. Conner Smith

4/9/2024
Winter Sports are finally wrapped up with the conclusion of March Madness this last weekend. We turn our attention to the diamond and breakdown MTSU's baseball season thus far and what needs to happen as they aim to right the ship halfway through Conference USA play. Conner Smith give his insight into the Blue Raiders woes as well as touches on the Lady Raiders' softball season. Stick around to the Wrap-Up portion as I announce our newest collaborative efforts with The College Huddle for the upcoming football season! And the latest signing addition of Macie Phifer to the Lady Raider basketball squad. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:44:19

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Episode 17 feat. Chris Massaro

4/2/2024
The second edition of an interview with the AD! I'm thankful MTSU Athletic Director Chris Massaro sat down to talk about the recent news on head coach Nick McDevitt, the success of the women's basketball program, and the growth of the university through it's new NIL partnership. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:01:02:48

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Episode 16

3/26/2024
What could've been our Sweet 16th episode was spoiled in Baton Rouge on Sunday! In a different profile of the podcast this week I break down what happened in the Round of 32 solo. What happened and what should the Lady Raider faithful expect in 2025? Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:25:14

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Episode 15 feat. Calvin White

3/19/2024
It is officially March Madness in Murfreesboro, Tennessee! The Lady Raiders hit the road to Baton Rouge, Louisiana for a First Round rematch with Louisville. I talk with MTSU Sideline's Calvin White before his trip to LSU to discuss the upcoming matchup. We breakdown the anti-climatic finish to mens' hoops and what's to come in the offseason for McDevitt and company. Don't miss the Raider Wrap-Up to recap all this week's events from Blue Raider athletics including the men's golf big weekend! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:54:12

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Episode 14 feat. Oliver Baltz

3/12/2024
It's March Madness season! Who else to talk shop with than GoMiddle.com's Oliver Baltz?! The original MT basketball podcaster stops by to discuss the probability (or improbabilities) of the Blue Raiders' Cinderella potential this week in Huntsville. Stick around for a preview of the Lady Raiders' upcoming week in Huntsville also and hear my take on the latest Award snub in CUSA. We also review the winning weekends from baseball and mens tennis, and walk through this week in Blue Raider athletics in our concluding Raider Wrap-Up! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:56:00

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Episode 13 feat. Nick McDevitt

3/5/2024
The Blue Raiders' have had quiet the turn around in February moving from last place in CUSA to tied for 4th place with a week remaining! I sit down with head coach Nick McDevitt to talk about the improvements made and what's needed to see success in the Conference USA Tournament in Huntsville, AL. We also discuss Lady Raiders 14-game win streak, Mens Tennis' 6th Power-5 win of the season, Baseball's string weekend finish, and Softball's much anticipated return to Murfreesboro! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:51:27

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Episode 12 feat. Sam Doughton

2/27/2024
What a weekend in Murfreesboro! I recap the recent department 7-0 sweep on Saturday including a pair of wins in the 100 Miles of Hate matchup. Sam Doughton, staff writer for goblueraiders.com joins the show once again with his in-depth analysis of all spring sports. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:56:37

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Episode 11 with Austin Lewis feat. Derek Mason

2/20/2024
In this week's episode I invite GoMiddle.com's Austin Lewis to co-host an interview with new Blue Raider head coach Derek Mason! We discuss his latest signing class, his adjustment period back to coaching, as well as what it means to be Blue Collar. Stick around for the Blue Raider Wrap-Up to talk about basketball's big week in both mens and womens, and baseball gets their season started with a series win over Bowling Green. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:49:02

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Episode 10 feat. Conner Smith

2/13/2024
It's baseball time in Murfreesboro, Tennessee! Coming off a near-cinderella run in last year's Conference USA Tournament, the Blue Raiders are poised for their true, first season with Coach Jerry Meyers at the helm. Listen as I speak with MTSU Sidelines writer and Murfreesboro Post contributor Conner Smith to discuss the new-look Raider pitching rotation, added mid-state talent, and more! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:29:43

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Episode 9 feat. Jeff Breeden

2/6/2024
In this week's episode we preview the upcoming softball season with Head Coach Jeff Breeden. The Lady Raiders had a Cinderella run to the Tuscaloosa Regional Championship a season ago and will aim to move further with a more experienced squad in '24. Stick around for the Raider Wrap-Up as we review the 100 Miles of Hate and Men's Tennis Top-25 win! Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:30:58

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Episode 8 feat. Steven Moffett

1/30/2024
It's 100 Mile of Hate Week! I sit down with the host of Topper Talk, Steven Moffett and discuss the upcoming matchups. The Blue Raider men are on a two-game winning streak, is that enough momentum to win on the road in a tough environment? Can the Lady Raiders remain perfect with arguably their biggest threat in CUSA? Stick around for the Raider Wrap-Up segment as we discuss the Power-5 wins by both tennis programs as well at the Indoor Track and Field teams recent success at the Lenny Lyles Invitational. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:30:48

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Episode 7 feat. Sam Doughton

1/23/2024
In this week's episode, I have MTSU Athletic Communications Staff Writer Sam Doughton joining the show. We discuss last week's interview with AD Chris Massaro and the recent football hires. Stick around to the end where we discuss the woes on men's hoops and the record-breaking success the Lady Raiders had over the last weekend. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:01:01:14

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Episode 6 feat. Chris Massaro

1/16/2024
I was fortunate to sit down with MTSU Athletic Director Chris Massaro and dive into the recent hire of football coach Derek Mason, his effort to reconnect with Murfreesboro, and updates on the construction of the Student Athlete Performance Center. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:51:43

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Episode 5 feat. Jimmy Borendame

1/9/2024
Catch-up with Head Mens Tennis Coach Jimmy Borendame to discuss his upcoming 2024 campaign. The Raiders aim to complete five-straight CUSA titles and return to the Top 25 rank. In the Raider Wrap-Up we discuss a win for the mens program and their opening weekend in Conference USA. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:34:25

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Episode 4 feat. Oliver Baltz

1/2/2024
This week's episode is an introduction in the upcoming Conference USA season. I discuss men's hoops with GoMiddle.com's Oliver Baltz to gather expectations for the second half of the season. I also analyze the Lady Raider's conference slate, and the previous week's match-up at Grand Canyon. Follow us on socials: Twitter/X: @BlueRaiderPod Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod Tik Tok: @BlueRaiderPod YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast Don't miss out on the forum at GoMiddle.com to discuss this week's episode!

Duration:00:35:15