Murfreesboro - Murfreesboro’s passion for sports and service shines once again as Middle Tennessee State University teams up with the Nashville Sounds to honor veterans and military-connected families. The Triple-A baseball club is auctioning off special edition, game-worn military jerseys to benefit MTSU’s Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center—one of the state’s leading advocates for veteran transition and student success.

The commemorative jerseys made their first appearance on Salute to Armed Forces Day (May 25), with a second showing on June 6 after the original game was rained out. Fans will see them again during First Responders Night Sept. 11). Murfreesboro locals and MTSU supporters can place bids online through Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, starting at $120.  Military Jersey Auction

“The Daniels Center is grateful for the continued partnership with the Nashville Sounds in our efforts to serve all veterans and military-connected students and families,” said Keith M. Huber, retired U.S. Army lieutenant general and MTSU’s senior adviser for veterans and leadership initiatives.

Over the past two seasons, this collaboration has raised over $10,000 for the Daniels Center, which assists approximately 1,100 student veterans and family members annually. Located right in the heart of campus at the Keathley University Center, the 3,200-square-foot facility is the largest and most comprehensive veterans center on any higher ed campus in Tennessee.

MTSU alumni, students, and families can also pick up the official 2025 Armed Forces Day hat at the Sounds’ pro shop—in person or online.

Tickets for the Sept. 11, 2025 First Responders Night game are available at nashvillesounds.com, at the ticket office, or by calling 615-690-4487. Plus, the Sounds continue to salute military families with $2 discounts on up to four game tickets with a military ID at every home game.

More info on the Daniels Center: mtsu.edu/military 615-904-8347.  Sounds ticket info: 615-690-4487 tickets@nashvillesounds.com