The National Federation of High School Associations, the national governing body of high school sports, has shared a recommended set of guidelines for state associations to follow as they begin to consider a return of sports. While the guidelines lack a specific start date, as that will vary largely by state and local governments, and these are simply guidelines and not a rulebook for states, they do lay out a logical path to reuniting with your staff and team. The NFHS put high school sports into three categories; lower risk, moderate risk, and higher risk sports. Not surprisingly to most,...

AJ Brown of the Tennessee Titans A.J. Brown might’ve been disappointed with not winning the NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Year Award in 2019. But that’s all in the past, he said during a Zoom conference call on Wednesday. Right now, he’s got more important things on his mind — like getting ready for the 2020 season. And being more of a leader this fall. “I think the sky is the limit for me to be honest,” Brown said. “I am great learner, and I am going to keep learning each and every day. There’s definitely a lot of...

The severe weather that struck Nashville and spawned a devastating tornado on March 3 didn’t stop after departing Davidson County. Communities east of the city suffered damage as well, as the storm made its way across Middle Tennessee, and another tornado struck the city of Cookeville in Putnam County. Over two months later, clean-up efforts continue, and even amidst a pandemic, the Nashville Predators Foundation was there to help. On Wednesday, the Predators Foundation empowered by SmileDirectClub delivered a donation of $50,000 to the City of Cookeville in support of their ongoing tornado relief and rebuilding efforts. Following the...

USA Football, the sport’s national governing body and a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, and the Tennessee Titans recently announced grants to 82 youth and scholastic football programs throughout Tennessee. The grants will be used for new equipment, uniforms and other resources aimed at fostering strong programs. Three of the schools receiving grants, Mt. Juliet Christian Academy, Donelson Christian Academy and West Wilson Middle School, were severely damaged in the March 3 tornadoes that swept across middle Tennessee. “USA Football is proud to work with the Tennessee Titans, the NFL Foundation and our partners to support...

Once it became clear the pause to the NHL season wasn’t about to be a quick fix, Austin Watson brought a new piece of equipment into his home. “I was one of the probably thousands of people that ordered a Peloton very early in the pandemic,” the Predators forward said as he flashed his classic hockey smile via video chat on Monday morning. We’re now entering the 10th week of NHL rinks being closed, as the coronavirus pandemic continues. However, there are signs hockey could still return sometime this summer. On Monday, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said while there’s...

Nashville Soccer Club announced today its participation in the world wide digital fundraising movement “ALL IN Challenge” where prominent sports, music and entertainment figures are raising money by donating once in a lifetime experiences to help those in need. As part of the ALL IN Challenge, Nashville SC is now auctioning through May 23 an ultimate experience which will give the winning fan first class access to the Gibson Guitar Riff show during the prematch ceremony as well as an autographed replica of the guitar. Included in this package are also four VIP suite tickets and the opportunity to...

Coffee County CHS football coach Doug Greene has announced there will be a meeting with all incoming freshman football players and parents on Tuesday, May 26th at 5:30 at the high school. The coaching staff with be getting information from the players and will give schedules and calendars to the parents. The varsity players will begin summer workouts on Tuesday May 26th at 7:00 am.  Players will need to check the schedule to see their time slot.  Any upperclassmen that wishes to join the team needs to contact Coach Greene via email at: greened@k12coffee.net Coach Greene will be a...

We knew the opponents. Now, we know the exact dates and times for the four preseason games for the Tennessee Titans. Here’s the schedule: Saturday, August 15: Titans at Redskins (1 p.m.) Saturday, August 22: Giants at Titans (7 p.m.) Saturday, August 29: Titans at Buccaneers (6 p.m.) Thursday, September 3: Bears at Titans (7 p.m.) All four games will broadcast on WKRN (Channel 2) in Nashville. Earlier this week, Titans Coach Mike Vrabel said he’s hoping the Titans will be able to hold joint practices against at least one team during training camp. The Titans held joint practices...