Tate speaks with Franklin Admirals head football coach Josh Atkins following a successful scrimmage against Riverdale to kick off August. Coach Atkins highlights early offensive execution—specifically praise for the offensive line, a converted fourth-down 40-plus yard touchdown run by quarterback Ryder Greg, and the return of broad receiver/tight end Bronx Brusscato—while acknowledging defensive communication growth against Riverdale's speedy receivers. The discussion emphasizes the team's strong running back tandem of Joseph "JoJo" Penaya and sophomore Corey Cook, as well as unique team bonding, such as an ongoing tradition with kicker Henry Ruth, who earns a ketchup sandwich for every touchback. Looking ahead to next week's scrimmage against Rockvale and their season opener against LaVerne in 20 days, Coach Atkins stresses sharpening execution and focusing on incremental improvements to build a complete, disciplined squad.

<p>Tate speaks with Franklin Admirals head football coach Josh Atkins following a successful scrimmage against Riverdale to kick off August. Coach Atkins highlights early offensive execution&mdash;specifically praise for the offensive line, a converted fourth-down 40-plus yard touchdown run by quarterback Ryder Greg, and the return of broad receiver/tight end Bronx Brusscato&mdash;while acknowledging defensive communication growth against Riverdale's speedy receivers. The discussion emphasizes the team's strong running back tandem of Joseph "JoJo" Penaya and sophomore Corey Cook, as well as unique team bonding, such as an ongoing tradition with kicker Henry Ruth, who earns a ketchup sandwich for every touchback. Looking ahead to next week's scrimmage against Rockvale and their season opener against LaVerne in 20 days, Coach Atkins stresses sharpening execution and focusing on incremental improvements to build a complete, disciplined squad.</p>

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.