Cheatham County Central’s football coaching staff prepared for upcoming season

As the local high school football teams continue to prepare for the upcoming season, the Cheatham County Exchange wanted to take a look at the coaching staff of the Cheatham County Central Cubs Football Team. Jett Brinkley will be the Cubs offensive coordinator while Manning Glaus will be the defensive...

Gallatin martial arts camp adds session after Sumner Co. Schools delays start

Sumner Co. Schools pushed back its first day to Aug. 10 after a network security breach. A Gallatin martial arts camp owner is adding a session to help working parents find childcare during the delay.

Gallatin turns to defense, Landry Roddy after quarterback Jackson Stroup’s graduation

Gallatin football got a glimpse into its future without record-setting quarterback Jackson Stroup last season. Maybe not to the exact intended effect – the Green Wave are set to start their third different quarterback since Stroup’s season-ending leg injury in September – or even on the same side of the ball.

Keeping an eye on the water, new YMCA technology can help swimmers in distress

A new drowning detection system in Middle Tennessee pools will help lifeguards aid those in need. Installation of the sensors started in April for the YMCA of Middle Tennessee and are coming online at its 12 indoor facilities. The program is called Angel Eye, and it’s designed to detect someone drowning or needing help in the water.

Sumner County Board of Education votes down proposal for high school lacrosse

A proposal to offer lacrosse as a high school sport in Sumner County Schools failed by a 4-3 vote in Tuesday’s contested Board of Education meeting. Sumner County currently has one TSSAA lacrosse team in JPII. It is the only TSSAA sport to not be offered by public schools...

3rd Annual Freeman Recovery Golf Scramble raises $100K

Freeman Recovery Project hosted the 3rd Annual Recovery Scramble on Tuesday, June 30 at Grey Stone Golf Club. Proceeds from the event benefit the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides essentials like safe housing, meals, and basic resources needed for those in early recovery. “We are extremely grateful to everyone who...

Sumner summer baseball scoreboard: Elder hits first cycle for Longhunters

Outfielder Bryce Elder hit for the first cycle in Gallatin Longhunters history on Thursday against the Cookeville Flyin’ Frogs. It was the first time this season the feat has been reached in Sumner County wood-bat summer baseball. Elder’s efforts led the Longhunters to their first three-win week in a...

Transfers shift Sumner County football rosters after area’s restrictions

At Sumner County Media Days, area football coaches reported nine outgoing transfers and eight incoming players stemming from Tennessee’s transfer law and the TSSAA’s first-time transfer rule. Five of the moves are from one Sumner County team to another, with each player expected to be immediately eligible for...

Wilson County Media Days set to debut July 27-29

Main Street Media of Tennessee is kicking off the 2026 school year by hosting its inaugural Wilson County Media Days, a three-day live show previewing the area football season and other fall or winter sports courtesy of Middle Tennessee Electric. The Wilson Post and Chronicle of Mt. Juliet Sports Editor...

Dickson Stampede Days Rodeo ropes in family fun

Around 77 years ago, Preston Fowlkes, Sr. moved from Marfa, Texas to Franklin, Tennessee with a vision of bringing the true western rodeo to the southeast. Forty events a year and three generations of Fowlkes later, the dream continues to delight families across the country – including Dickson rodeo fans.

Local softball teams advance to major competitions

Two Middle Tennessee softball teams are set to compete in major competitions.

Tracking Tennessee baseball signees, portal commits who have withdrawn from MLB Draft

Tracking the players who have decided to play for Tennessee baseball next season, turning down either the MLB Draft or undrafted free agent deals: INF/RHP Michael TeasleyOak Ridge star Michael Teasleyannounced on Instagram following the fourth round on Saturday night that he was pulling out of the draft and coming to Tennessee to begin his collegiate career. Teasley was a standout on the mound and at third base for Oak Ridge and was considered the No. 151 recruit in the 2026 class, per Perfect Game. Teasley was rated as the No. 8 third baseman in the recruiting class and the No. 9 player in th...

Dickson 6U All Stars bound for Diamond Youth Softball World Series after state title win

The 2026 Dickson County 6U All-Star Softball Team is headed to the Diamond Youth Softball World Series in Mississippi – and the entire county is invited to join in the girls’ big World Series send-off on Tuesday afternoon, July 14. The Dickson 6U All Stars competed in the...

Ryan Hendon named Tennessee Player of the Year by United Soccer Coaches

Station Camp forward Ryan Hendon has been named the Tennessee Player of the Year by the United Soccer Coaches organization. Hendon led the nation’s spring high school soccer players, according to available MaxPreps statistics, with 49 goals and six assists as a senior. He recorded seven goals in a single game and scored 141 times across his prep career. Both are believed to be Sumner County records.

Newsmaker: Dickson County softball all-stars

County commission recognizes SHS’ outgoing Coach Lea Hunter

The Cheatham County Commission recognized outgoing Sycamore High School volleyball coach Lea Hunter at their June 29 meeting. For 16 years, Hunter led the SHS volleyball program with dedication, passion and integrity. Under his leadership, the Lady War Eagles achieved remarkable success, consistently demonstrating excellence, resilience and sportsmanship both on...

Walmart, Soccer Forward bring World Cup event to Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Walmart partnered with Soccer Forward to host the Soccer Forward Fest at the Magness Potter Community Center, bringing together more than 200 children from various Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. Children ages 5 to 12 took part in soccer drills and skills stations at...

Traffic study for massive Franklin sports complex

The Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators and Nashville SC all plan to make their mark in Williamson County.

45 players named to 2026 All-Sumner County baseball team

The Gallatin News, Hendersonville Standard and Portland Sun staff wrapped its spring sports recognition in a big way, naming 45 players to the 2026 All-Sumner County baseball team. Liberty Creek’s Jackson Goddard, Joe Mosley of Hendersonville and Westmoreland’s Grayson Walker took top individual honors after all three players finished at...

Seven Wilson County softball players named to TSWA All-State softball team

Friendship Christian, Green Hill and Watertown each saw their success from the spring continue Wednesday with the unveiling of the Tennessee Sports Writers Association All-State softball team. A combined seven Wilson County athletes across the three schools were chosen to represent the best players in the TSSAA’s six softball-playing classifications....