Joining Tate this segment is Providence Christian Academy football head coach LeBron Ferguson. 

Joining Tate this segment is Providence Christian Academy football head coach LeBron Ferguson.

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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Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday with Tate Mathews! Today’s show delivers a comprehensive look across Middle Tennessee as regional play winds down and teams punch their tickets to the state tournament.

Tate kicks things off with Cascade Champions baseball coach Travis Sheffield, celebrating their dramatic, grueling 11-inning victory over Huntingdon. Coach Sheffield breaks down his pitching staff’s historic showing, anchored by ace Jaden Hathcock's brilliant 8-inning no-hitter, and discusses managing graduation schedules alongside player injuries ahead of their high-stakes run in Murfreesboro.

Next, Franklin Admirals soccer coach Mike Burgoyne drops by to talk about their balanced squad's upcoming sectional showdown against the physical Beach Buccaneers. With his team riding high on regional clean sheets, Coach Burgoyne highlights stellar performances from goalkeeper Sawyer Skelton, breaks down the squad's early morning curfew plans, and reflects on his emotional decision to step down from his legendary coaching tenure at the end of this season.

Finally, Tate is joined by local sports expert Tom Kreager for a rapid-fire rundown of the inaugural Class AA Girls' Flag Football and Lacrosse State Championships. Tom recaps Mount Juliet and Ravenwood's unforgettable flag football battle, praises Nolensville and Page's stellar runs on the lacrosse field, and looks ahead to a jam-packed schedule of sectional baseball and softball action.

Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday with Tate Mathews! Today&rsquo;s show delivers a comprehensive look across Middle Tennessee as regional play winds down and teams punch their tickets to the state tournament.
Tate kicks things off with Cascade Champions baseball coach Travis Sheffield, celebrating their dramatic, grueling 11-inning victory over Huntingdon. Coach Sheffield breaks down his pitching staff&rsquo;s historic showing, anchored by ace Jaden Hathcock's brilliant 8-inning no-hitter, and discusses managing graduation schedules alongside player injuries ahead of their high-stakes run in Murfreesboro.
Next, Franklin Admirals soccer coach Mike Burgoyne drops by to talk about their balanced squad's upcoming sectional showdown against the physical Beach Buccaneers. With his team riding high on regional clean sheets, Coach Burgoyne highlights stellar performances from goalkeeper Sawyer Skelton, breaks down the squad's early morning curfew plans, and reflects on his emotional decision to step down from his legendary coaching tenure at the end of this season.
Finally, Tate is joined by local sports expert Tom Kreager for a rapid-fire rundown of the inaugural Class AA Girls' Flag Football and Lacrosse State Championships. Tom recaps Mount Juliet and Ravenwood's unforgettable flag football battle, praises Nolensville and Page's stellar runs on the lacrosse field, and looks ahead to a jam-packed schedule of sectional baseball and softball action.

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Tate is joined by Tom Kreager as they recap the exciting start to the state championships. They discuss the impressive performance of Mount Juliet and Ravenwood in girls' flag football, highlighting a thrilling game that came down to a big catch by Avery Brown. Tom shares his thoughts on the exceptional athleticism on display and notes the presence of several football players supporting the teams. Turning to lacrosse, they celebrate the dominance of Williamson County teams, with multiple state championships won. Tom specifically mentions Nolensville's strong performance in the double-A division and previews upcoming matchups. They emphasize the growing popularity and success of lacrosse as a sanctioned sport. The conversation then shifts to baseball and softball, with Tom providing updates on recent games, noting surprising outcomes and standout performances by teams like Siegel and Lincoln County. Finally, they address the structural changes to the state track meet, acknowledging the logistical challenges and mixed reactions from fans and families.

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager as they recap the exciting start to the state championships. They discuss the impressive performance of Mount Juliet and Ravenwood in girls' flag football, highlighting a thrilling game that came down to a big catch by Avery Brown. Tom shares his thoughts on the exceptional athleticism on display and notes the presence of several football players supporting the teams. Turning to lacrosse, they celebrate the dominance of Williamson County teams, with multiple state championships won. Tom specifically mentions Nolensville's strong performance in the double-A division and previews upcoming matchups. They emphasize the growing popularity and success of lacrosse as a sanctioned sport. The conversation then shifts to baseball and softball, with Tom providing updates on recent games, noting surprising outcomes and standout performances by teams like Siegel and Lincoln County. Finally, they address the structural changes to the state track meet, acknowledging the logistical challenges and mixed reactions from fans and families.

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Tate is joined by Franklin Admirals soccer coach Mike Burgoyne ahead of a critical sectional match against the Beach Buccaneers. Celebrating the Admirals' balanced play and recent postseason shutouts against Shelbyville and Ravenwood, Burgoyne gives early scouting reports on Beach's physical, high-scoring roster. He shines a spotlight on his own key players, including star goalkeeper Sawyer Skelton—who boasts 10 clean sheets this season—and resilient forward Caleb Moss. Reflecting on the game's unique 11:00 AM kickoff time to accommodate Beach's graduation schedule, Burgoyne shares insight into the team's self-imposed curfew. In a poignant conclusion, he reflects on his legendary coaching career at Franklin as he prepares to step down at the end of the season to spend more time with his family.

Tate is joined by Franklin Admirals soccer coach Mike Burgoyne ahead of a critical sectional match against the Beach Buccaneers. Celebrating the Admirals' balanced play and recent postseason shutouts against Shelbyville and Ravenwood, Burgoyne gives early scouting reports on Beach's physical, high-scoring roster. He shines a spotlight on his own key players, including star goalkeeper Sawyer Skelton&mdash;who boasts 10 clean sheets this season&mdash;and resilient forward Caleb Moss. Reflecting on the game's unique 11:00 AM kickoff time to accommodate Beach's graduation schedule, Burgoyne shares insight into the team's self-imposed curfew. In a poignant conclusion, he reflects on his legendary coaching career at Franklin as he prepares to step down at the end of the season to spend more time with his family.

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