Tate Mathews is joined by Tom Kreager of The Tennessean to unpack a whirlwind week in Middle Tennessee high school sports. From high-profile leadership vacancies to the newly refined TSSAA transfer rules, they break down what these changes mean for athletes and schools alike.

Tate Mathews is joined by Tom Kreager of The Tennessean to unpack a whirlwind week in Middle Tennessee high school sports. From high-profile leadership vacancies to the newly refined TSSAA transfer rules, they break down what these changes mean for athletes and schools alike.

Growing up in a coaching family and now the owner of Mathews Team Sports, Tate Mathews brings a unique perspective to High School Sports Saturday.

With over fifteen years in the sporting goods industry in Middle Tennessee working with and for high school administrators and coaches, Tate’s relationships provide insight into middle Tennessee high school athletics.

High School Sports Saturday covers each sport during their respective competitive seasons.  Coaches, administrators, TSSAA officials and student-athletes are interviewed each week at 8 AM on 104-5 The Zone.

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HSSS- Tom Kreager

Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday, where host Tate Mathews delivers the latest updates and insights from the Middle Tennessee sports scene. This week’s episode featured a comprehensive review of the newly released All-State Basketball teams, honoring standout athletes across various divisions in both boys' and girls' categories. Mathews expressed his congratulations to the talented young men and women recognized for their exceptional performances throughout the season.

This Episode  also highlighted significant developments in local coaching and team dynamics:


Independence Men’s Basketball: Welcomed back Jeremy Moore for his second stint as head coach, succeeding Mark Wilkins.


Baseball and Softball Rankings: Discussed current leaders, with Christ Presbyterian Academy topping the large class in baseball and Green Hill leading in softball.


Post-Season Anticipation: Noted the start of post-season play for various spring sports, including girls' flag football, tennis, and track.

Mathews conducted engaging interviews with local coaches, including:


Josh Crouch (Green Hill Girls' Flag Football): Shared insights on the growing popularity of flag football and the team's preparation for the upcoming region tournament.


Zach Hudson (Nolensville Knights Baseball): Discussed the team's recent victory over Franklin and the importance of strong pitching and defense as they head deeper into the playoffs.

Additionally, Tom Cragger of the Tennessean provided a deep dive into the top high school football players and discussed the implications of moving the track and field state championships to Knoxville. The show concluded with reminders of the upcoming D1 Football Academy sessions

Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday, where host Tate Mathews delivers the latest updates and insights from the Middle Tennessee sports scene. This week&rsquo;s episode featured a comprehensive review of the newly released All-State Basketball teams, honoring standout athletes across various divisions in both boys' and girls' categories. Mathews expressed his congratulations to the talented young men and women recognized for their exceptional performances throughout the season.
This Episode&nbsp; also highlighted significant developments in local coaching and team dynamics:
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Independence Men&rsquo;s Basketball: Welcomed back Jeremy Moore for his second stint as head coach, succeeding Mark Wilkins.
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Baseball and Softball Rankings: Discussed current leaders, with Christ Presbyterian Academy topping the large class in baseball and Green Hill leading in softball.
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Post-Season Anticipation: Noted the start of post-season play for various spring sports, including girls' flag football, tennis, and track.
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Mathews conducted engaging interviews with local coaches, including:
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Josh Crouch (Green Hill Girls' Flag Football): Shared insights on the growing popularity of flag football and the team's preparation for the upcoming region tournament.
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Zach Hudson (Nolensville Knights Baseball): Discussed the team's recent victory over Franklin and the importance of strong pitching and defense as they head deeper into the playoffs.
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Additionally, Tom Cragger of the Tennessean provided a deep dive into the top high school football players and discussed the implications of moving the track and field state championships to Knoxville. The show concluded with reminders of the upcoming D1 Football Academy sessions

High School Sports Saturday With Tate Mathews 5-2-26

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager to discuss the upcoming high school softball and baseball post-season, highlighting key teams and standout players to watch. They specifically praise the Green Hill softball program and its star senior, Avery Stockwell, who has hit 16 home runs despite being intentionally walked frequently. In baseball, they discuss the success of Coach Nesbitt’s Friendship Christian team and notable players like Bo Hollaway and Caden Powell, the latter of whom made history by playing all nine positions in a single game. The conversation then shifts to the TSSAA's decision to move the track and field state championships to Knoxville, a move met with mixed emotions due to the logistical challenges it poses for multi-sport athletes and media coverage. Finally, they touch upon the impact of the one-time transfer rule, anticipating a surge in announcements once the school year concludes in June.

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager to discuss the upcoming high school softball and baseball post-season, highlighting key teams and standout players to watch. They specifically praise the Green Hill softball program and its star senior, Avery Stockwell, who has hit 16 home runs despite being intentionally walked frequently. In baseball, they discuss the success of Coach Nesbitt&rsquo;s Friendship Christian team and notable players like Bo Hollaway and Caden Powell, the latter of whom made history by playing all nine positions in a single game. The conversation then shifts to the TSSAA's decision to move the track and field state championships to Knoxville, a move met with mixed emotions due to the logistical challenges it poses for multi-sport athletes and media coverage. Finally, they touch upon the impact of the one-time transfer rule, anticipating a surge in announcements once the school year concludes in June.

HSSS-  Tom Kreager

 

Tate is joined by Nolensville High School baseball coach and Athletic Director Zach Hudson to discuss the team's postseason progress and the overall success of the school's athletic programs. Hudson reflects on a recent 6-0 win over Franklin, highlighted by Caleb Gilbert's strong performance on the mound. He looks ahead to a tournament matchup against Brentwood, noting the importance of depth in pitching and defensive consistency. The conversation also covers the team's experience competing against top national programs in North Carolina, such as St. John Bosco and Tampa Jesuit, as well as the recruitment of the Barney brothers to Oregon State. Hudson concludes by praising the school's vibrant athletic culture, including the district champion softball team and the highly energized "Friday night" atmosphere supported by the band and student section.

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Tate is joined by Nolensville High School baseball coach and Athletic Director Zach Hudson to discuss the team's postseason progress and the overall success of the school's athletic programs. Hudson reflects on a recent 6-0 win over Franklin, highlighted by Caleb Gilbert's strong performance on the mound. He looks ahead to a tournament matchup against Brentwood, noting the importance of depth in pitching and defensive consistency. The conversation also covers the team's experience competing against top national programs in North Carolina, such as St. John Bosco and Tampa Jesuit, as well as the recruitment of the Barney brothers to Oregon State. Hudson concludes by praising the school's vibrant athletic culture, including the district champion softball team and the highly energized "Friday night" atmosphere supported by the band and student section.

HSSS- Tom Kreager

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