Tate is joined by Franklin Admiral baseball head coach Wally Whidby to discuss a life-altering incident from March 2026. Coach Whidby shares the harrowing details of being struck by a foul ball, resulting in the tragic loss of his left eye. They cover his ongoing medical journey, including an upcoming prosthetic surgery, and his recent recognition as the 2026 Courage Award recipient. Sharing his deeply personal perspective, Coach Whidby emphasizes how his strong faith, enduring humor, and the Franklin community's incredible support have sustained his family. The most important takeaway for listeners is the remarkable power of resilience; despite facing sudden and devastating adversity, Coach Whidby remains an inspiring beacon of positivity who is fully prepared to return to the dugout.

 

Link to Wally Whidby: The 2026 Courage Award Recipient

https://youtu.be/rY1mYFKxjiw?si=Jbkn4eNTK9aXl6em

Tate is joined by Franklin Admiral baseball head coach Wally Whidby to discuss a life-altering incident from March 2026. Coach Whidby shares the harrowing details of being struck by a foul ball, resulting in the tragic loss of his left eye. They cover his ongoing medical journey, including an upcoming prosthetic surgery, and his recent recognition as the 2026 Courage Award recipient. Sharing his deeply personal perspective, Coach Whidby emphasizes how his strong faith, enduring humor, and the Franklin community's incredible support have sustained his family. The most important takeaway for listeners is the remarkable power of resilience; despite facing sudden and devastating adversity, Coach Whidby remains an inspiring beacon of positivity who is fully prepared to return to the dugout.
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Link to Wally Whidby: The 2026 Courage Award Recipient
https://youtu.be/rY1mYFKxjiw?si=Jbkn4eNTK9aXl6em

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.