Tate is joined by coach Tom Kreager to break down the 2025 "Super 25" football roster and the "Athletes to Watch" list for 2026. They highlight standouts like swimmer Zara Kocak before previewing the FCS Championship at Vanderbilt and the Johnny Drennan Memorial wrestling tournament.

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Tate is joined by Coach Crane to recap the Brentwood Bruins' impressive 14-2 start to the season and their strong 3-1 showing at the recent Battle for Nashville tournament. Coach Crane discusses the philosophy behind scheduling tough non-conference opponents like Briarcrest and Alcoa to expose areas for improvement before district play. The conversation highlights the team's balanced scoring attack—led by Davis Cochrane, Jackson McCutcheon, and Hudson McKnight—and the unique advantage of utilizing a deep 11-man rotation. Finally, they preview the upcoming district schedule, looking ahead to a competitive "dog fight" of a season starting with Summit.

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Tate is joined by coach Pat Simpson to discuss the 50th anniversary of the Johnny Drennan Memorial Invitational. They analyze the top contenders in the bracket, explain the impact of the new three-point takedown rule, and preview the upcoming dual against MBA.

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Welcome to another edition of HSSS with Tate Mathews! Today Coach Pat Simpson covers the Johnny Drennan Memorial Invitational, while Coach Troy Crane reflects on the Brentwood Bruins' recent performances. To wrap things up, Tom Kreager joins the show to ring in the new year with a look at the "Super 25" football team, the top athletes to watch in 2026, and a preview of the FCS Championship game at Vanderbilt.

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Welcome to another edition of HSSS with Tate Mathews!  Today Coach covers various aspects of high school sports in Tennessee, focusing on the Oakland Patriots' successful football season, insights from Coach Kevin Creasy, the transition to basketball, and the upcoming Music City Hoop Fest. It also touches on local college football players and the impact of the transfer portal on high school athletics, concluding with reflections on family and New Year's resolutions.

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Tate is joined by the Tennessean's Tom Kreager to break down the local high school athletes making waves in the upcoming college bowl games. They highlight standout players like Caleb Beasley and Isaiah Horton, discussing their journeys from Middle Tennessee high schools to major programs like Alabama and Vanderbilt. The conversation shifts to a candid discussion on the "transfer portal" within Tennessee high school football, expressing concerns about the trend of athletes frequently switching schools and the impact of social media announcements on the sport's culture.

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Tate is joined by coach Jared Street of Page Patriots Basketball to discuss the upcoming 3rd Annual Music City Hoopfest and the current trajectory of the Page High School boys' basketball program.

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Tate is joined by coach Kevin Creasy of Oakland Patriots Football to break down their dominant victory over the Ravenwood Raptors to claim the 6A State Championship. Following a perfect 15-0 season, Coach Creasy reflects on the "Oakland Way," emphasizing the incredible impact of special teams—including 14 non-offensive touchdowns—and a defense that allowed just 8 points per game. The conversation dives into the stellar performances of stars like Joel Wyatt and record-setting back Craig Tutt, while offering veteran coaching advice on building a selfless, championship culture where the best players play, no matter their age.

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Welcome to another edition of HSSS with Tate Mathews! 

This episode features deep dives into women’s basketball and wrestling, alongside reflections on the local community and coaching legacies.

In This Episode:

• Forest Lady Rockets Basketball: Coach John Wild Forrest joins the show to discuss the Lady Rockets' recent 66-30 victory over Franklin Christian Academy. He shares insights on building team depth, the importance of coaching relationships, and the impact of former players returning to the coaching ranks.

• Nolensville Knights Wrestling: Coach Johnny Melzoni checks in from Orlando to discuss the Knights' ambitious schedule. With the program growing to record numbers, Melzoni details splitting the team to compete in major tournaments in Florida and Georgia simultaneously. He highlights the leadership of seniors Nolan Barton, Cruz Pryor, and Brody Melzoni, and the rise of promising freshmen like Dalton Poteet.

• The End of an Era at Barbara’s: The hosts reflect on the upcoming closure of the iconic Franklin meat-and-three, Barbara’s, on December 31st. They reminisce about the restaurant’s 30-year legacy as a community staple for coaches and athletes alike.

• The Tennessean’s Year-End Rankings: Tom Kreager provides a preview of The Tennessean’s "All-Midstate" football teams and the final "Super 25" rankings. Discussion includes the remarkable turnaround at Centennial under Taylor Burks and the historic #6 finish for Nashville Christian.

• Athletes of the Week: Recognition for Nolensville’s Nyla Johnson (31 points vs. Summit) and Brody Melzoni (undefeated season through the McCallie Invitational).

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Tate is joined by the Tennessean's Tom Kreager 

discusses the excitement surrounding the Indiana Hoosiers reaching the top spot in the college football playoffs. He highlights the success of local talent like Charlie Becker, a former Father Ryan standout and "under-recruited" track athlete who has become a key player for Indiana this season. The conversation also touches on the homecoming of Indiana head coach Kalen DeBoer, who previously coached at the university, as the team prepares to face Alabama in the Rose Bowl.

The discussion then shifts to the final Nashville area high school football rankings, noting significant jumps by teams like Centennial (#15) and Antioch following strong playoff runs. Oakland finished in the top spot, followed by Brentwood Academy and Ravenwood, while Nashville Christian achieved its highest-ever ranking at #6. Kreager also praises several coaching performances, specifically mentioning Taylor Burks for leading Centennial to the semifinals after a mid-season start and Tony Brunetti for rallying Pearl-Cohn from an 0-4 start to ten consecutive wins.

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