High School Sports Saturday with Tate Mathews

High School Wrestling State Championship Recap Tate is joined by Charles Pulliam, sports editor for the Williamson Herald and host of the High School Power Hour , to discuss the 2026 Tennessee high school wrestling state championships. They highlight several key matches and athletes from the Williamson County area: Notable Matchups and Athletes 138 lbs (2A): Reed Lawfull (Brentwood) vs. Tristan Co...

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager to discuss the 2026 Mr. and Miss Basketball finalists, specifically focusing on the girls' divisions. In Class 1A, the experts favor  Zoe Nicholas from Pickett County, who is currently averaging nearly 30 points per game. For Class 2A, the consensus leans toward the standout player from Gatlinburg-Pittman , while Andrea Floras of Daniel Boone—a Mississippi...

Tate speaks with  Damon Smith , wrestling coach for the Brentwood Bruins, Coach Smith highlights several standout wrestlers vying for a spot in the state tournament, including freshman Nick Persuard , who has an impressive 42-9 record, and senior Ellison Abramowitz , who is chasing his 100th career win. The high-stakes environment, which Smith calls "Heartbreak Saturday," also features t...

Tate is joined by Wally Conyers , representing the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame of Middle Tennessee , to discuss their upcoming 60th annual banquet. The event, scheduled for Sunday, February 22nd , at the Cool Springs Marriott , celebrates the achievements of 77 high school and college football players , along with six adult honorees who have demonstrated excellence as stu...

  Welcome to another episode of High School Sports Saturday with Tate Mathews In this episode of High School Sports Saturday covers a range of topics including the celebration of young athletes, The first guest, Wally Conyers from the National Football Foundation of Middle Tennessee, talked about their upcoming banquet and the importance of celebrating young athletes who excel both on and off...

This episode of High School Sports Saturday   Tate Mathews , provides an in-depth look at the current landscape of Middle Tennessee athletics, ranging from major state championships to significant policy shifts within the TSSAA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager from the Tennessean in this week's episode of High School Sports Saturday to recap a busy week in local athletics, from the state championships, including some impressive performances and exciting storylines. He also touches on the topic of the state government's potential takeover of the TSSAA, and the implications it could have on the athletic landscape. Plus,...

Tate is joined by Nolensville Lady Knight Basketball Head Coach Chris Ladd  in sharing the Lady Knights' winning streak and the team's strengths. He talks about his daughter Josie's impressive performance, averaging nine points per game, and the team's balanced offense with multiple players capable of scoring double digits. Coach Ladd also discusses the team's tough schedule, including a win...

Tate is joined by Brentwood Academy Swim and Dive Head Coach Jim Chapman to recap an electric first night of the TISCA State Swim Meet at the Centennial Sportsplex. The two dive into the standout performances from local athletes, including a massive win by Quincy Toppin in the 50-yard freestyle and a dominant showing by Alabama-commit Faith Gory in the 200 free. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Welcome to another edition of HSSS with Tate Mathews! Today’s episode features an in-depth conversation with Becky LeGate , the long-time head coach of the CPA Lady Lions women's basketball team. The discussion centers on a historic milestone for Christ Presbyterian Academy: the grand opening of the Fortis Arena . Coach LeGate shares her reflections on the 16-year journey to see this facilit...

Tate is joined by Tom Kreager of The Tennessean to discuss the whirlwind of high school wrestling as the state duals kick off at the Ag Center. Despite a week of severe weather that disrupted practices and forced some teams to concede their sectionals, the tournament moved forward with a two-pound weight allowance to accommodate the athletes' lack of mat time. Kreager and Tate dive into the strate...

Tate is joined by CPA Lady Lions head basketball coach Becky LeGate to discuss a monumental night for the program. The Lady Lions celebrated the opening of their stunning new home, the Fortis Arena , with a commanding 47-15 victory over JP2, showcasing a stifling defense that has become their trademark. The evening was a "full circle" moment as the school honored the 2012-2013 state championship t...

Tate is joined by Benji Gray, the head wrestling coach at Page High School, to discuss the Patriots' historic advancement to their first-ever large school state dual tournament. Despite extreme weather conditions that kept the team off-campus for nearly a week, Page secured their spot after a successful sectional win against Gallatin. Coach Gray, an alumnus and former coach of their upcoming oppon...

Welcome to another edition of HSSS with Tate Mathews! Tate is joined today by Coach Steven Reese of Stewart's Creek HS Football, WCS Athletic Director Patrick Whitlock, and the Tennessean's Tom Kreager to talk winter sports, navigating the winter storm to get athletic contests in, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tate is joined by Williamson County Schools Athletic Director, Patrick Whitlock, to talk Winter Sports such as Basketball and Wrestling as well as navigating the winter storm this week to try to get athletic contests played! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tate is joined by the Tennessean's Tom Kreager to talk Winter sports, Blades Brown golfing with Scottie Scheffler, and Father Ryan Alumni Charlie Becker making plays in the National Championship! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tate is joined by the new HC of Stewart's Creek HS Football, Steven Reese to talk about his new job, coaching under legendary staffs, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on High School Sports Saturday , host Tate Mathews dives deep into the shifting landscape of Tennessee athletics with three heavy-hitting segments. First, the Blackman Blaze just got a major upgrade as Coach Will Hester officially takes the reins at Blackman High School . Coach Hester shares his blueprint for building a elite staff, evaluating local talent, and restoring that signature c...

High school sports are changing fast. Tom Kreager joins the show to break down the latest TSSAA Board of Control meeting, where officials finally addressed the "elephant in the room": the massive spike in student-athlete transfers. From the impact of new NIL rules to the "unwritten code" in cities like Memphis, the guys discuss why coaches are now forced to recruit their own hallways just to keep...

The Blaze just got a major upgrade. Coach Will Hester is officially taking over at Blackman High School. He’s building a staff, evaluating talent, and getting ready to bring that championship energy back to Rutherford County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Page Lady Patriots are bringing the heat!  Coach Randy Coffman stops by to discuss their massive road win against Coffee County and how his deep, unselfish roster is gearing up for a championship run. From bench strength to overcoming mid-season injuries, the Patriots are proving they are one of the toughest teams in the state. Don't miss this inside look at one of Tennessee’s premi...

   Tate Mathews is joined by Mike Voss , head coach of the Riverdale Warriors , who shares how his team is building momentum after crucial wins over Clarksville Northeast and Oakland. Voss highlights the standout play of Ryan Wilkerson and Braylen Burns , but also sheds light on the logistical "grind" of the new TSSAA district format, which has forced coaches to take on the massive task...

Tate Mathews and  The Tennessean’s Tom Kreager examined the shifting landscape of Tennessee high school athletics. The discussion centered on a "changing of the guard" within the coaching ranks, highlighted by high-profile departures such as Matt Kriesky from Blackman and Ben Caudill from Stewarts Creek, as well as the return of Trent Dilfer to Lipscomb Academy. Kreager attributed this...

  Tate is joined by Chad Broadrick , the newly appointed head football coach at Centennial High School . Broadrick, formerly the defensive coordinator at Pope John Paul II and a former head coach at East Robertson and White House Heritage, shares his excitement about joining the Centennial community. He highlights the "vertical alignment" and strong support system at the school, ranging from...

Tate is joined by Mike Voss, the head coach of the Riverdale Warriors men’s basketball team, to discuss the team's recent momentum following key victories over Clarksville Northeast and Oakland. Voss highlights the impressive performances of Ryan Wilkerson, who scored over 20 points in consecutive games, and Braylen Burns, a dual-sport athlete who has quickly become the team's leading scorer...