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Preds Insiders
Preds Gelling, Trotz's Vision, Extension with Admirals (3-26-25)
Nick Kieser is filling in for Adam Vingan this week on the show and has Russell Vannozzi from Main Street Media riding along. The guys react to the Nashville Predators 3-1 win in Carolina and take a take a look at the games ahead. How big is the continuity between Nashville & Milwaukee? What's general manager Barry Trotz going to be up to this summer?
2025-03-27
49 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Pearl-Cohn coach Tony Brunetti on state title chances + BlueCross Bowl preview
Could 2023 be the year Pearl-Cohn football finally breaks through? Coach Tony Brunetti sure hopes so. His Firebirds (14-0) face Upperman (14-0) in the TSSAA Class 4A BlueCross Bowl state championship game on Saturday morning. Pearl-Cohn hasn't won a state title since earning back-to-back Class 4A crowns in 1996 and 1997. Host Russell Vannozzi interviews Brunetti and previews all nine BlueCross Bowl matchups on this week's show.
2023-11-29
27 min
Main Street Preps This Week
CPA coach Ingle Martin on team's path to Chattanooga + DI semifinals preview
Like clockwork, Christ Presbyterian Academy football is set to return to the TSSAA Division II-AA BlueCross Bowl. The Lions (12-1) will make their sixth straight state championship game appearance on Thursday, Nov. 30 when they face Boyd Buchanan (13-0). CPA coach Ingle Martin joined today's show to discuss how his team made it back to Chattanooga and what to expect from coach Gary Rankin's Buccaneers. Host Russell Vannozzi also previews the fourth round of the playoffs to close out the episode.
2023-11-22
28 min
Main Street Preps This Week
FRA coach Justin Geisinger on program building + Round 3 preview
Franklin Road Academy football coach Justin Geisinger likes to talk about the process rather than the results. Geisinger insists that he and his staff don't dwell on the outcomes of games, instead focusing on program-building. That formula seems to be working for the Panthers (11-1), who face CPA (11-1) in Friday's Division II-AA state semifinals. Show host Russell Vannozzi caught up with Geisinger to talk about FRA's quick rise. Vannozzi closes the episode by reviewing storylines and making picks for the third round of the TSSAA playoffs.
2023-11-15
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
East Nashville coach Damien Harris on his first season + Round 1 preview
Under first-year head coach Damien Harris, East Nashville football has picked up right where it left off. The back-to-back Class 3A runner-up Eagles (8-2) enter the TSSAA playoffs as the No. 1 seed from Region 5-3A with plenty of juice for another deep postseason run. Harris joined this week's episode to give an assessment of his team to host Russell Vannozzi, who also talks area storylines and first-round score predictions later in the show.
2023-11-01
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Riverdale coach Will Kriesky talks Battle of the Boro + Week 11 preview
More than a decade has passed since Riverdale football last beat Oakland in 2012. Could this be the year the Warriors finally take the Battle of the Boro? Riverdale coach Will Kriesky joined this week's show to preview the rivalry matchup and highlight some of his team's top players like quarterback Braden Graham, wide receiver Brock Montgomery and Michigan State commitments Jaylen Thompson and Keshawn Williams. Russell Vannozzi also goes over Week 11 storylines and gives his score predictions for several top games.
2023-10-25
28 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Oakland's Kevin Creasy on coaching his son, emerging stars, high expectations + Week 9 preview
This season brought a new wrinkle for Oakland football coach Kevin Creasy: his son Kyler at starting quarterback. After suffering a broken collarbone early in the season, Kyler returned to action in late September. Kevin joined this week's show to provide an update on his son's status, talk about running backs Daune Morris and Ashton Jones (along with other emerging stars), and discuss how his program is handling the expectations that come with being the three-time defending Class 6A state champion. Host Russell Vannozzi also reviews area storylines and gives score predictions for top Week 9 games.
2023-10-12
27 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Nashville Christian coach Jeff Brothers on progress of young team + Week 8 preview
Nashville Christian football coach Jeff Brothers knew his 2023 team would require some patience. The back-to-back Division II-A runner-up Eagles graduated their leading rusher, top four pass catchers and a number of key contributors on defense. After opening the season with three consecutive losses, Nashville Christian (3-3) has won three straight to enter Friday's game against Columbia Academy (4-3) with a .500 record. Hear from Brothers on this week's show, along with Week 8 storylines and score predictions from host Russell Vannozzi.
2023-10-04
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Hillsboro coach Anthony Brown assesses his team ahead of Nolensville matchup + Week 7 preview
Hillsboro football will be tested often over the next month of Region 6-5A play. The Burros (5-1) enter the meat of their schedule starting Friday at Nolensville (5-1). Coach Anthony Brown joined the show to discuss how his team has played so far, why two-way senior Kaiki Baker is indispensable and what he thought about former Burros star Matthew Jackson earning a roster spot with the Tennessee Titans. Host Russell Vannozzi also reviews storylines and makes predictions for Week 7 games.
2023-09-27
25 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Brentwood coach Clint Finch on why his team is still unbeaten + Week 6 preview
Brentwood coach Clint Finch doesn't take the easy route when it comes to scheduling non-region opponents. Despite having already played teams like Brentwood Academy, Henry County and Hendersonville, the Bruins (5-0) remain unbeaten halfway through the regular season. Finch spoke on the impact of transfer QB Baylor Hayes, how Brentwood may enjoy more than a decade of WR production from a single family, what's made the Bruins defense so effective and more on this week's episode. Host Russell Vannozzi also sets the stage for Week 6 with storylines and score predictions.
2023-09-21
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Father Ryan coach Brian Rector on BA win, MBA matchup + Week 5 preview
What does Father Ryan football get following its biggest win in recent memory? A showdown with Montgomery Bell Academy, which the Irish have not beaten since the 1997 Clinic Bowl Division II state title game. Father Ryan coach Brian Rector discusses how his team took down Brentwood Academy 56-21 last week, why senior QB JoJo Crump is so valuable and what needed to change after the Irish finished 2-9 a year ago. Show host Russell Vannozzi also goes over Week 5 storylines and gives his score predictions for this week's top Nashville-area games.
2023-09-13
28 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Devin Arnold and Takhyian Whitset discuss Antioch football's turnaround + Week 4 preview
Overlook Antioch's football team at your own risk. The Bears snapped their 22-game losing streak with an 18-15 win at Cane Ridge last week, and if coach Devin Arnold has his way, the program's turnaround has only just begun. Arnold and junior lineman Takhyian Whitset join this week's show to discuss how Antioch has returned to being competitive. Host Russell Vannozzi also talks other Nashville-area storylines and gives his predictions for top Week 4 games.
2023-09-06
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Glencliff coach Phillip Stevenson talks program's first win since 2018 + Week 3 preview
Phillip Stevenson was out of coaching in 2020. Inspired by the loss of his father that year, Stevenson eventually re-entered the ranks as Glencliff's head coach in 2022. After another 0-10 finish last season, the Colts earned their first victory since 2018 on Aug. 25. Hear the inspiring story of Stevenson and the Colts on this week's episode, along with high school football analysis from host Russell Vannozzi.
2023-08-30
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Davidson Academy coach Jonathan Quinn, QB Knox Roberts on opening win + Week 2 preview
Davidson Academy began its 2023 football season with a feat that's eluded the Bears for the past two years: beating Nashville Christian. Coach Jonathan Quinn and quarterback Knox Roberts join the Main Street Preps High School Football Preview Show to discuss that win and more about the Bears expectations for this year. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also break down Week 1 and look ahead to a few of this week's top games.
2023-08-24
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Lipscomb Academy football coach Kevin Mawae on debut game + Week 1 preview
Pro Football Hall of Famer Kevin Mawae has coached and played in hundreds of games. Friday will be the first time Mawae takes the field as a high school head coach, and a tough challenge awaits as his Lipscomb Academy team is set to host national power IMG Academy. Mawae joined the Main Street Preps High School Preview Show to discuss his first six months on the job, what to expect from the Mustangs offensive line and where the team's QB situation stands. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also talk Week 1 storylines and give their predictions for the...
2023-08-16
31 min
Main Street Preps This Week
What's up with all the high school football transfers? Plus, an early look at Mr. Football candidates
Find team rosters if you're headed to a high school football game in Tennessee next week. Numerous players transferred schools during the offseason, leading show hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi to discuss potential reasons behind all the movement. Later, they rattle off way-too-early candidates for the 2023 Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards and discuss Metro Nashville football storylines.
2023-08-10
26 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Former Goodpasture standout PJay Smith discusses his college basketball journey
Patrick "PJay" Smith Jr. is right where he always wanted to be. After two standout basketball seasons at Division II Lee University, Smith hit the transfer portal this spring and landed at Furman, fresh off a trip to the NCAA tournament. The former Goodpasture star guard details his journey through the college ranks in this week's episode. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also take a moment to remember Donovan Stewart and talk high school football.
2023-08-02
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Get to know recently hired Robertson County sports reporter David Wilson
David Wilson is hitting the ground running in Robertson County. The Trevecca graduate joined Main Street Preps and The Connection this month as a sports reporter, just in time for the 2023 high school football season. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi get to know David in this week's episode and close the show by discussing Nashville's top football storylines.
2023-07-26
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Why Brentwood Academy point guard Tyler Tanner committed to Vanderbilt basketball
Brentwood Academy point guard Tyler Tanner joins the show to explain why he committed to Vanderbilt basketball over Belmont and Murray State. He discussed how he approached his recruitment, what excites him about playing for coach Jerry Stackhouse, and his relationship with BA alum and current Cleveland Cavaliers star Darius Garland. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi close the episode by reviewing a variety of Nashville-area news and notes.
2023-07-19
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Goodpasture's Carson Rucker talks MLB Draft; Vanderbilt's Wesley Schelling breaks down the art of long snapping
In a wide-ranging episode, MSP This Week hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi welcome recent Goodpasture baseball graduate Carson Rucker and former Pearl-Cohn long snapper Wesley Schelling for interviews. Hear how Rucker reacted to being selected by the Detroit Tigers in the MLB Draft and what his older brother Jake has meant to his baseball career. Plus, listen to Schelling detail the unlikely touchdown he scored for Vanderbilt last season and why he became a specialist in the first place.
2023-07-13
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Father Ryan wide receiver Charlie Becker discusses his commitment to Indiana
Like many football prospects of his caliber, Charlie Becker wanted to make his college decision before his senior season. The Father Ryan wide receiver committed to Indiana on June 22 over offers from Iowa and Northwestern, among others. He joined this week's episode to talk about why he landed on the Hoosiers and what he hopes to accomplish in his final year with the Irish. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also give a Nashville-area football recruiting update.
2023-07-05
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Franklin baseball coach Wally Whidby gives insight on AJ Russell's quick rise to All-American at Tennessee
Before AJ Russell was stacking up All-America honors with Tennessee baseball, he was a star pitcher at Franklin High. Coach Wally Whidby joined MSP This Week to give insight on Russell's impressive freshman season, along with his thoughts on Franklin's team outlook for 2024. Host Russell Vannozzi closes the show by reviewing Main Street Preps' All-Midstate Players of the Year for each spring sport.
2023-06-14
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
OMSpirit.com's Zach Berry talks football recruiting, MBA soccer coach Giles Cheevers discusses winning another title
Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi welcome a pair of guests on this week's show. First up is Zach Berry with On3/OMSpirit.com to talk college football recruiting, the transfer portal and area prospects to watch. MBA soccer coach Giles Cheevers then discusses his team's Division II-AA state title victory and why he's enjoyed his time in Nashville after moving from Ireland nearly 20 years ago.
2023-06-09
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Valor College Prep soccer coach Paul Elkins reflects on title run; plus Spring Fling highlights
Valor College Prep earned its first state championship of any kind last week when its soccer team downed Greeneville 1-0 on penalty kicks to capture the Class AA title. Hosts Russell Vannozzi and Blaine Kellar caught up with Wildcats coach Paul Elkins to hear more about the team's memorable tournament run. Later, Russell and Blaine discuss highlights from TSSAA Spring Fling.
2023-06-01
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Previewing TSSAA Spring Fling 30 with MSP reporters from around the Midstate
It’s TSSAA Spring Fling week! Get ready for the action with a combined preview show featuring MSP This Week hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi along with special guest hosts and MSP reporters Blaine Kellar, Brady McAtamney and Casey Patrick. Stay tuned to MainStreetPreps.com for full coverage of spring sports state championships across Middle Tennessee.
2023-05-22
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Centennial baseball coach Rob Baughman talks revamped postseason format, top pitchers and his team's unique outfield berm
Centennial baseball is in prime position to work its way to a second-straight Class 4A state tournament berth. Longtime Cougars coach Rob Baughman joined MSP This Week before hosting this weekend's Region 5-4A tournament to talk about the revised postseason format, his team's top performing players and why fans enjoy the unique setup beyond Centennial's right-field wall. Show hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also provide an update on other area playoff developments.
2023-05-11
28 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Lipscomb Academy baseball coach Brad Coon, Nolensville softball coach Luke Patton join the show ahead of their postseason tournaments
Lipscomb Academy baseball and Nolensville softball are among the area teams hoping for lengthy postseason stays. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi caught up with their coaches – Brad Coon and Luke Patton – for conversations about where each team stands entering May. Coon and the Mustangs open the Division II-AA Middle Region tournament on Friday, while Patton and the Lady Knights begin the District 12-4A tournament the same night.
2023-05-04
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Meet new Hunters Lane boys basketball coach Katrina Carter, East Nashville football coach Damien Harris
A few familiar faces in Metro Nashville Public Schools have found new places to coach. Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi interview the recently hired Katrina Carter (Hunters Lane boys basketball) and Damien Harris (East Nashville football) as they settle into their roles. Carter led Hillsboro girls basketball to a 34-1 record and the Class AAA state title in 2009, while Harris has been an assistant football coach at his alma mater Pearl-Cohn since 2008.
2023-04-26
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Steve Wade provides latest on throwing sensation Mensi Stiff; Brad Myers talks GCA baseball
It's an all-Williamson County episode as Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi visit with Brentwood Academy throwing coach Steve Wade and Grace Christian Academy baseball coach Brad Myers. Wade provides an update on Mensi Stiff, who continues to re-break her own state records in the discus and shot put. Meanwhile, Myers and the Lions are 17-6 with six games to go before the Division II-A postseason. His interview begins at the 20:00 mark.
2023-04-19
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Catching up with Goodpasture baseball coach Jim Carter, Green Hill softball coach Savannah Sanders
Goodpasture baseball and Green Hill softball are two of the Nashville area's top performing teams so far this spring. Defending state champion Goodpasture is 16-2, while upstart Green Hill is 22-2. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi caught up with their head coaches - Jim Carter (Goodpasture) and Savannah Sanders (Green Hill) - to highlight both programs this week.
2023-04-13
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Brentwood soccer coach Mike Purcell on high expectations, national rankings and his growing collection of tattoos
Defending TSSAA Class AAA soccer state champion Brentwood has picked up where it left off. The Bruins are 8-0 and rank as the No. 5 team in the latest United Soccer Coaches Top 25 national poll. Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi caught up with longtime Brentwood coach Mike Purcell to discuss how his players are embracing the high expectations, and why Purcell might be on the hook for another tattoo if the Bruins keep winning. Plus, Tyler and Russell provide a laundry list of spring sports and football recruiting updates to close the show.
2023-04-05
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Coach Jamaal Stewart talks move from East Nashville to Centennial football
It wasn't easy for Jamaal Stewart to leave East Nashville. Stewart, who grew up in that area of town, led the Eagles to back-to-back Class 3A state championship games in 2021 and 2022. Hear Stewart explain why taking the head coach position at Centennial was the best move for his career and family. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi spend the second half of the show discussing spring sports.
2023-03-29
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Getting to know Maplewood football coach Chris Simpson, plus a look back at hoops season
Chris Simpson has spent the better part of the last decade working his way through the high school football coaching ranks. On Tuesday, he was announced as the new head coach at Maplewood, the school he graduated from in 2008. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi spend the episode getting to know the former East Nashville defensive coordinator. Tyler and Russell also wrap up the 2022-23 basketball season.
2023-03-22
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
MLK Magnet coach Caden Anderson details his team's run to the Class 3A state tournament
Forget the beach. Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet basketball and head coach Caden Anderson are spending their spring break at the TSSAA Class 3A state tournament in Murfreesboro. Anderson joined hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi to discuss the Royals' best postseason run since 2005. Tyler and Russell also break down several other basketball topics to close the show.
2023-03-16
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Jacob Gill shares why he became a coach and his journey to Brentwood Academy football
Jacob Gill's path to coaching started when he was a kid. Hear his backstory and how he ended up becoming Brentwood Academy's next football coach. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi close the show with basketball state tournament talk.
2023-03-08
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Brentwood girls basketball coach Marcel Williams, Blackman football coach Matt Kriesky join the show
It's another two-guest edition of Main Street Preps This Week, as Brentwood girls basketball coach Marcel Williams and Blackman football coach Matt Kriesky join the show. Williams and his Lady Bruins were set to face Hillsboro for the Region 6-4A title on Wednesday night. Kriesky, previously at Centennial, just accepted the Blackman job last week. Russell Vannozzi and fill-in host Blaine Kellar also briefly discuss postseason hoops.
2023-03-01
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Andy Blackston on finding success in his first season with Brentwood Academy basketball
Andy Blackston's debut season at Brentwood Academy has been a memorable one. The Eagles (25-3) have only lost to one in-state team (Rossview), feature a Mr. Basketball finalist (Tyler Tanner) and can advance to the Division II-AA final four with one more win on Saturday (against MUS). Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also give an update on postseason hoops and state wrestling.
2023-02-23
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Goodpasture boys coach Adam Sonn, MTCS girls coach Hannah Jones talk postseason hoops
Hear interviews with Goodpasture boys basketball coach Adam Sonn and Middle Tennessee Christian girls basketball coach Hannah Jones. Goodpasture (26-1) enters the Division II-A Middle Region tournament in top form, while MTCS (23-9) appears to be on a collision course with back-to-back defending state champion Webb School. The show, as always, is hosted by Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi.
2023-02-15
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
How coach Matt Shewmake built a girls basketball powerhouse at Webb School
Matt Shewmake promised a girls basketball state title in his first season at The Webb School in Bell Buckle. He delivered on that in 2021 and has since taken the Lady Feet, currently the No. 12 team in the country according to MaxPreps, to new heights. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi caught up with Shewmake to talk about how Webb became a powerhouse. Tyler and Russell also recap National Signing Day and delve into a brief shot clock discussion.
2023-02-08
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Coffee County girls basketball coach Joe Pat Cope, CPA boys coach Kevin Maggard join the show
This week's show includes interviews with Coffee County girls basketball coach Joe Pat Cope and Christ Presbyterian Academy boys basketball coach Kevin Maggard. The Lady Red Raiders (27-1) haven't lost since late November, while the Lions (18-6) have won five of their last six games. Listen in as hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi ask each coach a variety of questions about their respective teams ahead of the postseason.
2023-02-02
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Veteran coach Randy Coffman on first year with Page girls basketball
First-year Page girls basketball coach Randy Coffman, who led Riverdale to three straight state titles from 2016-18, joined the show to talk about why he took the job, how the Lady Patriots are faring in a tough district, and the ascension of senior Braley Bushman and sophomore Mary Elizabeth Fox. To close the show, hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi discuss Lipscomb Academy's hiring of Kevin Mawae and give their takes on Nashville-area high school basketball.
2023-01-26
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Former Brentwood Academy DC Brian Lilly talks about new James Lawson football program
Hillwood High School will move to Bellevue and become James Lawson High School this fall. Main Street Preps This Week hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi caught up with Brian Lilly, who was announced last week as James Lawson's first football coach. Tyler and Russell also give a Nashville-area basketball update to close the show.
2023-01-18
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Independence boys basketball coach Mark Wilkins, Nashville Christian girls coach Dustin Patton discuss strong starts to 2022-23 season
Join Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi for conversations with Independence boys basketball coach Mark Wilkins and Nashville Christian girls basketball coach Dustin Patton. Both teams have enjoyed strong starts to the 2022-23 season, with Independence at 17-3 overall and Nashville Christian at 20-1 as of Jan. 11.
2023-01-12
26 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Lipscomb Academy boys basketball coach Kevin Starks on Division II-AA Middle Region, Kaleb Beasley as a dual-sport star, the legacy of Hunter York
Lipscomb Academy boys basketball coach Kevin Starks joined the show to discuss a variety of topics surrounding his team, including the outlook for the competitive Division II-AA Middle Region, his thoughts on Kaleb Beasley excelling in football and in hoops, and the legacy of former assistant coach Hunter York, who passed away in early November. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also break down basketball games to watch and go over the 2022 Main Street Preps All-Midstate football superlative winners.
2023-01-04
26 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Catching up with Williamson County Schools athletic director Darrin Joines
Williamson County Schools athletic director Darrin Joines joined the show to talk NIL and a variety of other high school sports topics. Hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi also discuss National Signing Day and give an area hoops update.
2022-12-21
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Blackman football coach Chandler Tygard talks NIL impact on high school sports in Tennessee
Last Thursday the TSSAA amended its amateur rule to allow Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) payments to high school athletes under certain parameters. MSP This Week hosts Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi broke down that development with Blackman football coach Chandler Tygard. Later in the show, Tyler and Russell provide an area basketball update.
2022-12-14
27 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Oakland coach Kevin Creasy reflects on third straight Class 6A title + football season wrap-up
Russell Vannozzi and fill-in host Zach Womble caught up with Oakland football coach Kevin Creasy after his team's 42-6 win over Beech in the Class 6A BlueCross Bowl - the third straight state title for the Patriots. Russell and Zach also put a bow on football season by looking by at the top games, best individual performances and biggest surprises.
2022-12-07
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Page coach Charles Rathbone + BlueCross Bowl previews and score predictions
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi interview Page football coach Charles Rathbone ahead of his team's second straight appearance in the Class 5A BlueCross Bowl. The Patriots finished as the runner-up to Powell last year. Russell and Tyler also give their score predictions for this week's state championship games.
2022-11-29
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Nashville Christian coach Jeff Brothers, Round 2 takeaways, Round 3 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi catch up with Nashville Christian football coach Jeff Brothers ahead of his team's Division II-A semifinal against Jackson Christian. The Eagles have won nine straight games since opening the year with losses to FRA and Goodpasture. Tyler and Russell also look back at the second round and preview this week's top games.
2022-11-16
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Cane Ridge coach Eddie Woods, Round 1 takeaways, Round 2 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi interview Cane Ridge football coach Eddie Woods after his team's 48-0 win over Gallatin in the first round of the playoffs. Tyler and Russell also give their thoughts on the first round and make picks for the second round.
2022-11-08
28 min
Main Street Preps This Week
The Road to Chattanooga: Previewing the TSSAA football playoffs
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi preview the 2022 TSSAA high school football playoffs. Tyler and Russell also give their takeaways from Week 11 before diving into the best first-round games, their postseason dark horses to watch and potential BlueCross Bowl matchups.
2022-11-01
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
FRA coach Justin Geisinger, Week 8 takeaways, Week 9 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi catch up with Franklin Road Academy coach Justin Geisinger, whose team is 7-1 heading into its open week. Tyler and Russell also give their high school football observations from across the Nashville area and preview Week 9's top games.
2022-10-11
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Nolensville coach Paul Derrick, Week 7 takeaways, Week 8 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi talk to Nolensville coach Paul Derrick ahead of his team's Region 6-5A showdown with Page, which is also unbeaten at 7-0. After the interview, Tyler and Russell break down the Nashville-area high school football scene and give picks for Week 8.
2022-10-04
26 min
Main Street Preps This Week
East Nashville coach Jamaal Stewart, Week 6 takeaways, Week 7 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi talk to East Nashville football coach Jamaal Stewart about his team's 6-0 start to the season. They also give their thoughts on Week 6 and look ahead to Week 7.
2022-09-27
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Rockvale coach Brian Guthrie, Week 5 takeaways, Week 6 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi interview Rockvale football coach Brian Guthrie, fresh off a program-building, 20-7 win over Riverdale. They also give their thoughts on Week 5 and look ahead to Week 6.
2022-09-20
21 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Father Ryan coach Brian Rector, Week 4 takeaways, Week 5 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi speak with Father Ryan football coach Brian Rector before his team's home date with MBA. They also break down Week 4 high school action and look ahead to Week 5.
2022-09-14
28 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Ravenwood coach Will Hester, Week 3 takeaways, Week 4 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi catch up with Ravenwood football coach Will Hester before his team's marquee matchup with Oakland. They also look back at Week 3 and preview what's to come in Week 4.
2022-09-08
29 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Riverdale coach Will Kriesky, Week 2 takeaways, Week 3 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi chat with Riverdale football coach Will Kriesky ahead of Friday's 'Backyard Brawl' against rival Blackman. They also break down what happened in Week 2 and look ahead to Week 3.
2022-08-31
31 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Brentwood coach Clint Finch + Week 2 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi catch up with Brentwood football coach Clint Finch following his team's Week 1 victory over Blackman. They also look back at the opening games and preview what's to come in the Nashville area this Friday.
2022-08-24
32 min
Main Street Preps This Week
HS football is back! MBA defensive coordinator Chris Chauvin + Week 1 preview
Tyler Palmateer and Russell Vannozzi return just in time to preview the opening week of Middle Tennessee high school football. They also speak with Montgomery Bell Academy defensive coordinator Chris Chauvin ahead of his team's Friday night showdown at Ravenwood. Keep up with the rest of our high school sports coverage at MainStreetPreps.com.
2022-08-17
28 min
Main Street Sports Today Special Guests
Russell Vannozzi | Main Street Preps
Russell joins Mo and Chris as they preview the top storylines heading into this week's Spring Fling
2022-05-23
19 min
Main Street Sports Today 2nd Half
Monday, May 23rd, 2022 | Russell Vannozzi & Spring Fling Preview
Russell joins Mo and Chris as they preview the top storylines heading into this week's Spring Fling
2022-05-23
35 min
Main Street Sports Today Special Guests
Russell Vannozzi | Editor Main Street Preps (1.25.22)
Russell joins the show to talk about High School basketball in the Midstate including the MSP Fab 15 Power Rankings available at MainStreetPreps.com
2022-01-25
14 min
Main Street Sports Today 1st Half
Tuesday, Jan. 25th, 2022 | 1st Half - Russell Vannozzi, Top Story, MLB HOF
Russell Vannozzi with Main Street Preps joins the show to talk about high school basketball in Middle TN, plus the day's top story, The Rundown, MLB Hall of Fame discussion and more...
2022-01-25
42 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 28: Pearl-Cohn football coach Tony Brunetti reflects on 2-0 start, discusses stadium renovations
Tony Brunetti joined this week's podcast to talk about Pearl-Cohn's win at MBA, the return of four-star prospect Barion Brown and where the Firebirds will play their home games while their stadium undergoes renovations. Hosts Russell Vannozzi and Tyler Palmateer also give their thoughts on the Bishop Sycamore situation and preview the top Week 3 games.
2021-09-01
38 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 27: Oakland football coach Kevin Creasy talks season-opening win, previews ESPN2 matchup
Kevin Creasy joined this week's podcast to break down Oakland's season-opening 42-7 win at Hendersonville, preview his team's ESPN2 matchup against Madison-Ridgeland Academy and highlight specific players, including Georgia commitment Jordan James. Hosts Russell Vannozzi and Tyler Palmateer also give their Week 1 takeaways and look ahead to the top Week 2 games.
2021-08-26
33 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 26: Wk 1 2021 HS Football Season
Russell Vannozzi and Tyler Palmateer go over all of the top games in the Midstate heading into Week 1 of the high school football season.
2021-08-20
31 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 20: Introducing MSP reporter Tyler Palmateer; plus HS hoops talk
Russell Vannozzi chats with Tyler Palmateer, who just started last week as the new Main Street Preps/Main Street Nashville high school sports reporter. The guys talk about Tyler's journalism career (1:24), the launch of Main Street Nashville (4:20), the Midstate high school basketball postseason (14:25), Metro Nashville hoops (20:00) and former Franklin HS and Lipscomb University standout Garrison Mathews having success in the NBA (30:40).
2021-02-16
39 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 17: White House Heritage coach Carl Miller on offensive philosophy, team's postseason outlook
White House Heritage boys basketball coach Carl Miller talks about his offensive philosophy and his team's postseason outlook, among other topics. Host Russell Vannozzi also gives an update on Metro Nashville basketball.
2021-01-28
18 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 15: Reviewing the 2020 Middle Tennessee high school football season
Main Street Preps editors Russell Vannozzi and Zach Womble take a look back at the 2020 high school football season. They discuss the MSP All-Midstate team, review top moments of the year and give some way-too-early predictions for 2021.
2021-01-07
40 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 12: The Road to Cookeville (Part 2): 2020 BlueCross Bowl preview
Main Street Preps editors Russell Vannozzi and Zach Womble preview the 2020 BlueCross Bowl state championships, primarily focusing on the games involving at least one Nashville-area team: DII-AA: Lipscomb Academy vs. CPA DII-A: USJ vs. Davidson Academy Class 5A: Oak Ridge vs. Summit Class 6A: Brentwood vs. Oakland Music: "Wise Guy" by Yung Kartz (Creative Commons, freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kar…_2018/Wise_Guy)
2020-12-01
30 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 11: Nolensville coach Paul Derrick recaps Tullahoma upset, previews semifinal matchup vs. Elizabethton
Nolensville football coach Paul Derrick talks about his team's 15-14 win at Tullahoma and looks ahead to their semifinal matchup vs. Elizabethton. Then MSP editor Russell Vannozzi gives his Midstate playoff predictions. Music: "Wise Guy" by Yung Kartz (Creative Commons, freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kar…_2018/Wise_Guy)
2020-11-25
18 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 9: JPII coach Justin Geisinger reflects on 2020 season, looks ahead to BA matchup
Pope John Paul II football coach Justin Geisinger joined this week's show to talk about his team’s 2020 success, highlight a few key players and break down the upcoming Brentwood Academy matchup. Afterwards, MSP editor Russell Vannozzi gives his second-round picks.
2020-11-13
22 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 8: The Road to Cookeville, previewing the TSSAA playoffs 11-5-20
Main Street Preps editors Russell Vannozzi and Zach Womble break down the 2020 TSSAA football playoffs. The discussion includes Cookeville favorites, sleeper teams, players to watch and first-round picks. Music: "Wise Guy" by Yung Kartz (Creative Commons, freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kar…_2018/Wise_Guy)
2020-11-05
44 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 7: DCA coach Paul Wade and Week 11 Midstate FB picks 10-29-20
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi chats with DCA football coach Paul Wade, who addresses the tornado damage his team’s stadium suffered in March, how the Wildcats have come together since then and what they need to do to get to Cookeville. Russell also gives his Week 11 high school football predictions. Music: "Wise Guy" by Yung Kartz (Creative Commons, freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kar…_2018/Wise_Guy)
2020-10-29
27 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 6: Russell Vannozzi and Zach Womble talk high school football 10-7-20
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi and Sumner County sports editor Zach Womble talk all things Middle Tennessee high school football, including the MSP Top 25 and a preview of Week 8. Music: "Wise Guy" by Yung Kartz (Creative Commons, https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/August_2018/Wise_Guy)
2020-10-08
30 min
Main Street Today
MainStreetToday Ep24 MayDay Brewery Mboro And ChappellsGroceryDickson
In this episode we head first to the local brewhouse MainStreet Award winning Mayday Brewery with Ozzie Nelson. A truly unique dream fulfilled in this place and it's all about the love. www.MayDayBrewery.com Then Emily Blankenship shares her family business at Chappell's Foods and also a Main Street Award winner from the Dickson Post. www.chappellsfoods.com www.MainStreetPreps.com Follow all the high school sports of Middle TN with Russell Vannozzi and the very best from players and coaches. Hope Alteri takes us on Facebook tours in Middle TN with The 411 in the 615. Stay tuned for upcoming...
2020-10-03
28 min
Main Street Today
MainStreetToday Ep24 MayDay Brewery Mboro And ChappellsGroceryDickson
In this episode we head first to the local brewhouse MainStreet Award winning Mayday Brewery with Ozzie Nelson. A truly unique dream fulfilled in this place and it's all about the love. www.MayDayBrewery.com Then Emily Blankenship shares her family business at Chappell's Foods and also a Main Street Award winner from the Dickson Post. www.chappellsfoods.com www.MainStreetPreps.com Follow all the high school sports of Middle TN with Russell Vannozzi and the very best from players and coaches. Hope Alteri takes us on Facebook tours in Middle TN with The 411 in the 615. Stay tuned for upcoming...
2020-10-03
28 min
Main Street Today
Main Street Preps with Coach Trent Dilfer and Host Russell Vannozzi
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi talks with former NFL QB and current Lipscomb Academy football coach Trent Dilfer, whose team has won three straight heading into Friday's game against Briarcrest Christian. Russell also gives his predictions for 10 Week 7 high school football games. www.MainStreetPreps.com
2020-10-03
22 min
Main Street Today
Main Street Preps with Coach Trent Dilfer and Host Russell Vannozzi
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi talks with former NFL QB and current Lipscomb Academy football coach Trent Dilfer, whose team has won three straight heading into Friday's game against Briarcrest Christian. Russell also gives his predictions for 10 Week 7 high school football games. www.MainStreetPreps.com
2020-10-03
22 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 5: Lipscomb Academy coach Trent Dilfer and Midstate FB picks
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi talks with former NFL QB and current Lipscomb Academy football coach Trent Dilfer, whose team has won three straight heading into Friday's game against Briarcrest Christian. Russell also gives his predictions for 10 Week 7 high school football games.
2020-10-02
23 min
Main Street Today
Main Street Preps with Springfield Coach Dustin Wilson and Russell Vannozzi
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi chats with Springfield football coach Dustin Wilson following his team's 5-0 start to the 2020 season. Later in the show, Russell runs through his Week 6 high school football predictions. www.MainStreetPreps.com
2020-09-25
22 min
Main Street Today
Main Street Preps with Springfield Coach Dustin Wilson and Russell Vannozzi
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi chats with Springfield football coach Dustin Wilson following his team's 5-0 start to the 2020 season. Later in the show, Russell runs through his Week 6 high school football predictions. www.MainStreetPreps.com
2020-09-25
00 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 4: Springfield coach Dustin Wilson and Midstate football picks
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi chats with Springfield football coach Dustin Wilson following his team's 5-0 start to the 2020 season. Later in the show, Russell runs through his Week 6 high school football predictions.
2020-09-24
26 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 3: Ravenwood coach Matt Daniels and Midstate FB picks
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi catches up with Ravenwood High School football coach Matt Daniels ahead of the Battle of the Woods matchup with Brentwood. Later in the show, Russell gives his football picks for Week 5.
2020-09-18
23 min
Main Street Today
Main Street Preps - Russell Vannozzi and Ravenwood coach Matt Daniels and Midstate FB Picks 9/16/20
Main Street Preps Editor, Russell Vannozzi catches up wtih Ravenwood High School football coach Matt Daniels ahead of the Battle of the Woods matchup with Brentwood. Later in the show, Russell gives his football picks for Week 5. www.MainStreetPreps.com www.MainStreetMediaTN.com
2020-09-17
24 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 2: CPA soccer coach Thomas Gerlach and Midstate football picks
Main Street Preps editor Russell Vannozzi is joined by CPA soccer coach Thomas Gerlach to discuss the girls season and the state of the sport in Middle Tennessee. Later in the episode, Russell runs through his Week 4 football predictions.
2020-09-10
27 min
Main Street Preps This Week
Episode 1: Cane Ridge coach Eddie Woods and Midstate FB picks
In the first-ever edition of the Main Street Preps Weekly Podcast, Russell Vannozzi introduces the show, discusses the ongoing Metro Nashville sports situation with Cane Ridge coach Eddie Woods and makes his football picks for Week 3.
2020-09-04
24 min
Mostly Sober Thoughts
Episode 4.5: Sports reporter and editor, Russell Vannozzi talks sports reporting with the boys.
Russell Vannozzi talks sports with the boys. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mostly-sober-thoughts/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mostly-sober-thoughts/support
2020-04-15
29 min