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“Blue Bloods in the Round®” set for Feb. 13 at Nearest Green Distillery

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Derek Mason , head football coach at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Chris Massaro , director of athletics at MTSU and ALC announce the "Blue Bloods … more

1/10/25

Gracie Hensley (pictured in red) stands on the podium after winning the Silver Medal at the ISSF Junior World Championships in Lima, Peru following her 48-shot Final round. She also helped Team USA take home Bronze.

“I want to be the best I can be every time I go out there” – Shelbyville Native Gracie Hensley Wins Silver Medal for U-21 Skeet Shooting in Peru

Gracie Hensley doesn’t necessarily come across as someone who you would expect to shoot shotguns competitively. That hasn’t stopped her from making a name for herself on not just the American stage, but the international stage as well after she took home silver at the ISSF Junior World Championships in Lima, Peru, on September 30th. more

Noah Maddox | 12/5/24

The Dirt Dobbers (right half of the picture) went 8-1 over their 9 total tournament games to win the USFA Panama City World Series.

“We’ve Been Down There Plenty of Times Chasing That Ol’ Surfboard” – Community’s Coach Cam Farrell Leads Dirt Dobbers to First Ever Championship at Panama City

When Coach Camron Farrell settled on taking his U13 travel softball team, the Dirt Dobbers, to Panama City instead of going back to Fort Walton, he had no idea that this one decision would turn into a once-in-a-lifetime experience for everyone involved. more

Noah Maddox | 8/1/24

All Blue Raider fans 12 years old and younger can join the Blue Raider Kids Club for the 2024-25 academic year for only $25.

Sign up for the Blue Raider Kids Club today!

Lightning is excited to invite all Blue Raider fans 12 years old and younger to join the Blue Raider Kids Club for the 2024-2025 academic year! After signing up, all … more

MT Athletics | 7/9/24

"Seats For Soldiers" returns in 2024 on November 9th for MTSU's conference matchup against the Liberty Flames.

“Seats For Soldiers” Returns For 2024

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Middle Tennessee State Athletic Department is proud to announce the return of their "Seats for Soldiers" initiative in 2024, allowing fans to purchase and donate seats … more

MT Athletics | 7/8/24

Keisha Jarrett (center) celebrates on the sidelines at the MTSU summer camp.

“I Feel Like This Is Where I’m Supposed To Be” – New Eaglettes’ Basketball Head Coach Keisha Jarrett Talks First Month on the Job

The Shelbyville Central Golden Eaglettes' new head basketball coach, Keisha Jarrett, had a roller coaster first month on the job, but she is encouraged in the limited time she has had with her team about their future. more

Noah Maddox | 7/1/24

Derek Mason (center) at his introductory press conference with Dr. Sydney McPhee (right) and AD Chris Massaro (left).

“It’s Not Just Murfreesboro’s Team, It’s Middle’s Team” – New MTSU Football Coach Derek Mason Talks Goals For The Blue Raiders

First-year Head Coach Derek Mason sits down with Noah Maddox to discuss his goals for the program with the start of fall practice about one month away. more

Noah Maddox | 6/27/24

Four TSSA Teams Advance at USYS Southern Presidents Cup

Plano, Texas (June 17, 2024) – Tennessee State Soccer Association (TSSA) has been well represented at the US Youth Soccer Southern Presidents Cup, with four affiliated teams advancing … more

Staff Report | 6/17/24

The SCHS youth baseball camp saw at least 120 kids show up this year.

SCHS Baseball Holds Second Annual Free Youth Camp

The SCHS baseball program held their annual free youth baseball camp beginning on Monday at the Eagles' Nest, and it included a message for not just baseball, but for life. more

Noah Maddox | 6/5/24

Two More Golden Eaglettes’ Sign To Continue Soccer Careers In College

Carolina Rose and Jocelyn Hayitin are the latest Eaglettes' to sign with colleges to push their soccer careers on to the next level. more

Noah Maddox | 5/22/24

Alyvia Smith before her senior season at SCHS.

Shelbyville Softball Set to “Strikeout Cancer” To Recognize Former Player Alyvia Smith's Journey

Former Eaglettes' softball player, Alyvia Smith, reflects on her journey dealing with and beating non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, and talks about the upcoming "Strike Out Cancer" night on Saturday, April 20. more

Noah Maddox | 4/17/24

Lilly Brown (middle) smiles surrounded by family and friends after signing with Motlow Softball.

Eaglettes Multi-Sport Star Lilly Brown Signs With Motlow For Softball

Eaglettes' dual-sport star Lilly Brown signed with Motlow Softball last Monday surrounded by her family and freinds. more

Noah Maddox | 4/15/24

Sharks wrap up home meets

The Shelbyville Sharks wrapped up their home meet schedule last Thursday, hosting Fayetteville at H.V. Griffin Park. The league championship will be held on July 8 at Sewanee. more

7/5/23

Sharks dive into summer

On Thursday evening, the Shelbyville Sharks hosted Manchester in their first home meet of the summer swim season. Shelbyville followed Thursday’s meet with a meet on Monday night at Tullahoma. … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 6/13/23

Local Titans fan and longtime season ticket holder, Scott Claxton, announces the Titans' sixth-round pick with Crystal Cole on Saturday.

Local longtime Titans season ticket holder announces draft pick

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Getting drafted into the NFL and hearing your name called in one of the seven rounds each year is a once in a lifetime opportunity.In fact, only 1.2 percent of college … more

By WILL CARTER ~ Sports Writer | 5/3/23