Tate is joined by Coach Scott Stidham of the Nolensville Knights to discuss their 2-0 start to the season, including a hard-fought win, standout player performances like kicker Matthew Surpes and running back Tristan Lithgow, defensive execution, and looking ahead to their upcoming matchup against Overton.

Tate is joined by Coach Scott Stidham of the Nolensville Knights to discuss their 2-0 start to the season, including a hard-fought win, standout player performances like kicker Matthew Surpes and running back Tristan Lithgow, defensive execution, and looking ahead to their upcoming matchup against Overton.

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-Scott Stidham (Nolensville Knights) 

Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday With Tate Matthews today he delivers  a comprehensive review of Week 2 high school football action across Tennessee. featuring statewide Top 10 rankings, detailed game recaps, and insights into how young teams and star players navigated early-season adversity.
The episode highlighted thrilling victories, including Franklin Christian Academy's comeback road win and Nolensville's narrow victory secured by a game-winning field goal. Expert commentary from The Tennessean's Tom Kreager provided a deeper look at the week's marquee matchups and regional power dynamics as teams prepared for Week 3.

Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday With Tate Matthews today he delivers&nbsp; a comprehensive review of Week 2 high school football action across Tennessee. featuring statewide Top 10 rankings, detailed game recaps, and insights into how young teams and star players navigated early-season adversity. The episode highlighted thrilling victories, including Franklin Christian Academy's comeback road win and Nolensville's narrow victory secured by a game-winning field goal. Expert commentary from The Tennessean's Tom Kreager provided a deeper look at the week's marquee matchups and regional power dynamics as teams prepared for Week 3.

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Tate is joined by Tom Kreager  to talk about high school football matchups from week two, including Springfield's strong 2-0 start, backup quarterback Preston Ramsey's big 350+ yard performance, and the standout game between Rockvale and Station Camp.

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager&nbsp; to talk about high school football matchups from week two, including Springfield's strong 2-0 start, backup quarterback Preston Ramsey's big 350+ yard performance, and the standout game between Rockvale and Station Camp.

HHHS -Tom Kreager (The Tennessean) 

Tate is joined by head coach David Pack to discuss the Franklin Christian Academy Falcons' major 42–27 road win against Providence Academy in Johnson City.
Game Highlights and Offensive Momentum: The Falcons secured a hard-fought victory after falling behind early, highlighting standout performances from running back Lionel Brooks, who rushed for nearly 300 yards and five touchdowns (including an 80-yard score), and strong play from the offensive line.
Freshman Quarterback Resilience: The conversation covered the performance of freshman quarterback Payton Weyman, who navigated a tough matchup despite managing a lingering foot injury, alongside contributions from freshman Liam Procop and key defensive plays by King Boggs.
Coaching Staff and Growth: Coach Pack reflected on the team's ongoing development, the challenges of handling both adversity and success, and the upcoming matchup at home against Ezell-Harding.

Tate is joined by head coach David Pack to discuss the Franklin Christian Academy Falcons' major 42&ndash;27 road win against Providence Academy in Johnson City.
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<li>Game Highlights and Offensive Momentum: The Falcons secured a hard-fought victory after falling behind early, highlighting standout performances from running back Lionel Brooks, who rushed for nearly 300 yards and five touchdowns (including an 80-yard score), and strong play from the offensive line.</li>
<li>Freshman Quarterback Resilience: The conversation covered the performance of freshman quarterback Payton Weyman, who navigated a tough matchup despite managing a lingering foot injury, alongside contributions from freshman Liam Procop and key defensive plays by King Boggs.</li>
<li>Coaching Staff and Growth: Coach Pack reflected on the team's ongoing development, the challenges of handling both adversity and success, and the upcoming matchup at home against Ezell-Harding.</li>
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HSSS-Scott Stidham (Nolensville Knights)

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