Blue Raider Athletic Association The mission of the BRAA is to support, promote, and enhance nationally competitive intercollegiate athletic programs, which mirror the interest of the students, faculty, alumni, and friends of Middle Tennessee State University. These programs provide a sense of pride and source of enthusiasm, while instilling loyalty to the University. The spirit of the academic community is stimulated and enriched by these programs. They supply a means of communication between the University and its graduates long after they leave campus. Also, they serve as a rallying point for people of all ages and backgrounds who share this common interest. By providing direct financial and moral support, the BRAA strives to heighten academic growth through the success of the athletic programs. As the athletic programs gain strength and notoriety, the University benefits by attracting higher quality students. Join today and make a difference. Phillip Tanner
Kevin Kanaskie n 3.10 GPA n Team Captain and on the SAAC n Sun Belt Conference and Middle Tennessee Academic Honor Roll
n 3.35 GPA n Named ESPN the Magazine Academic All-District in 2007 and 2008.
Brandi Brown
n National Offensive Player of the Week in 2008.
n 3.98 GPA
n Represented MT at the 2008 NCAA Leadership Council.
n Named to ESPN the Magazine District 4 Academic Second Team in 2009. n Recipient of the SBC Female Postgraduate Scholarship award.