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Blue Raiders lose beloved former employee

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Blue Raider Nation lost one of its truest fans when retired athletics department employee Linda Watson, 72, passed away following her battle against COVID-19.

Watson served Middle Tennessee supporters in her role as an assistant in the Blue Raider Athletic Association for several years and was regarded as a shining light within the department.

"It is impossible to sum up in a couple of sentences the impact that Linda Watson had on our organization and every individual she came into contact with," said Director of Athletics Chris Massaro. "She was magical in her ability to make everyone feel special.