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Middle Tennessee State University Welcomes New Head Football Coach Derek Mason (Gallery)

Brian Branch • December 6, 2023

All photos by Khori Williams.

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Middle Tennessee State University Welcomes New Head Football Coach Derek Mason (Gallery)