Photo / MTSU Athletics / #17 Lucy McDonald and teammates prepare to play TROY, AL - In a challenging start to the 2026 season, the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders softball team faced a tough opening day at the Trojan Classic, suffering two losses against North Alabama and Troy. The day began with the Blue Raiders squaring off against the Lions, where they managed to score just one run, ultimately falling 5-1. Mary Martinez took the mound for Middle Tennessee in the first game,