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Sophomore defensive back Esteban Guillory tackles a NDSU receiver.

PHOTOS: Racers fall short against No. 1 ranked North Dakota State

Kristopher Fister, Photo Editor October 29, 2024

On Saturday, the Racers faced off against the number one ranked Bison from North Dakota State. While the Racers showed some resiliency with two blocked...

Racer Band is a 200+ student musical group that blows listeners away.

The Racer Band experience

MacKenzie Rogers, Lifestyle Editor October 24, 2024

One of the most beloved groups on campus comes in the form of the University's Racer Band, a large cluster of dedicated students from every corner of the...

The Racerettes walk with the team during the Racer walk.

PHOTOS: Homecoming 2024

Kristopher Fister, Photo Editor October 23, 2024

This past weekend, Murray State celebrated Homecoming, bringing hundreds of alumni back home to Murray. Homecoming was filled with all the normal traditions;...

Head coach Jody Wright leads the team as they charge out the starting gates.

PHOTOS: Racers football lose 59-0 to fourth-ranked Coyotes

Kristopher Fister, Photo Editor October 8, 2024

This past weekend the Racers faced off against the fourth-ranked Coyotes from South Dakota. This was the second straight game in which the Racers played...

Racer Band marches in the Homecoming Parade.

Sports Spotlight: A backstage look at Racer Band

Sam Hunter, Contributing Writer October 1, 2024

During Murray State games, the Racer Band has been a constant source of entertainment and fun for Racer fans at sporting events from the beginning.  Ashely...

Fall Fanfare Concert will host individual performances by numerous University music groups.

Fall Fanfare to highlight collage of groups

Gray Hawkins, Staff Writer September 12, 2024

Looking for something to do on campus before Saturday’s game? The department of music’s annual Family Weekend concert is a great way to get into the...

Graduate student running back Kywon Morgan dives across the line for a touchdown.

PHOTOS: Racers fall in final seconds against Butler

Kristopher Fister, Photo Editor September 9, 2024

  On Saturday the Racers faced off against the Butler Bulldogs in their centennial seasons home opener. Things got off to a bad start when...

Juniors Cade Shupperd (outside linebacker) and Detoye Adewole (defensive lineman) block a pass from Presbyterian's quarterback.

PHOTOS: Racers Football vs Presbyterian College

September 7, 2023

During their first home game of the season, the Racers scored five touchdowns to win against Presbyterian College 41-10.  This game marked the return...

Christian County Colonel Band won Reserve Grand Champion and Best Percussion at the Festival of Champions on Sept. 25 (Photo courtesy of Christian County Colonel Band Facebook.)

Racer Band hosts first Festival of Champions in two years

October 13, 2021

Ava Chuppe Contributing Writer [email protected] Murray High School won Grand Champion at the first Festival of Champions in two years on Sept....

Racer Band performed on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Roy Stewart Stadium for their friends and family. (Jillian Rush/The News)

Racer Band wraps up the semester with Friends and Family Performance

October 28, 2020

Mason Galemore Contributing Writer [email protected] Racer Band has persisted through unparalleled challenges caused by COVID-19, and they...

Nick Fuson, junior from Meade County, completes his classes virtually temporarily due to the pandemic. (Jill Rush/The News)

Music department takes precautions after positive COVID-19 case

October 14, 2020

Staff Report After a music student tested positive for COVID-19, the department of music decided to suspend in-person activities to ensure the safety...

The Racer Band will have one performance this semester in October. (Paige Bold/The News)

Racer Band is back in business

September 3, 2020

The renowned Racer Band is making the most of a challenging semester. With football season canceled and performances on pause, the band has had to find...

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