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Russell Ries

Weekly recap and review of Nashville sports

  1. 2d ago

    Nashville SC vs Orlando Preview | Titans Training Camp Begins & Parkins Gillespie Joins the Show

    On this week's episode of the Nashville Sports Report, host Russell Ries recaps another busy week across Middle Tennessee sports, highlighted by Nashville SC's return to winning ways, the start of Tennessee Titans training camp, and an in-depth conversation with Nashville SC supporter and commentator Parkins Gillespie. ⚽ Nashville SC The Boys in Gold defeated CF Montréal 1-0 on Wednesday thanks to a Sam Surridge penalty, despite continuing injury concerns following the MLS World Cup break. Russell previews tonight's matchup against Orlando City, now featuring French star Antoine Griezmann and returning Orlando striker Daryl Dike, and discusses what lies ahead for Nashville SC. 🏈 Tennessee Titans Titans rookies have reported for training camp, with veterans arriving next week. Russell breaks down the early storylines, including injuries to JC Latham and Amani Hooker and what they could mean for an offensive line already facing important questions entering the season. ⚓ Vanderbilt Athletics Vanderbilt announces SRM Concrete as the first all-sports jersey patch sponsor in school history, while details for the annual Dore Jam fan event are revealed. Plus, former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia is waived by the Baltimore Ravens. ⚾ Nashville Sounds The Sounds continue their road trip in Sugar Land as they battle to stay in the International League playoff race before returning home next week. 🎙️ Featured Interview: Parkins Gillespie (@parkinsgillespie.bsky.social) This week's guest is Nashville native, Nashville SC season ticket holder, and BlueSky contributor Parkins Gillespie. Russell and Parkins discuss Nashville SC's season, the MLS World Cup break, injury concerns, roster questions, and the current state of soccer in Nashville. Links: Nashville SC Post-Match PresserNashville SC vs CF Montreal HighlightsVanderbilt / SRM Concrete AnnouncementDore Jam InformationRavens Waive Diego PaviaProbably not the Pro Bowl Parkins was referencing but everything about this video of the 1993 Pro Bowl highlights is perfectSubscribe for weekly coverage of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville SC, Nashville Predators, Vanderbilt athletics, the Nashville Sounds, and the biggest stories in Nashville sports. #NashvilleSC #Titans #TrainingCamp #NashvilleSports #MLS #Vanderbilt #NashvilleSounds Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  2. Jul 18

    Nashville SC Beats Atlanta, Signs Elias Saad | Chris Johnson Ring of Honor & Cam Ward's Quarterback

    On this week's episode of the Nashville Sports Report, host Russell Ries recaps a busy week across Nashville sports, highlighted by Nashville SC's return from the MLS World Cup break with a hard-fought win over Atlanta United and another major addition to the roster. This week's topics include: ⚽ Nashville SC • Nashville SC defeats Atlanta United despite a long injury list • Shaq Mohammed scores the match-winning goal • New signing Elias Saad arrives from Germany after representing Tunisia at the World Cup • Reports link Nashville SC to Senegalese midfielder Famara Camara • Preview of Wednesday night's match against CF Montréal at GEODIS Park 🏈 Tennessee Titans • Chris Johnson will be inducted into the Titans Ring of Honor during Week 1 against the New York Jets • Cam Ward takes center stage in Season 3 of Netflix's Quarterback • Titans training camp begins this week as rookies and veterans report to Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park 🏒 Nashville Predators • The Predators unveil their 2026-27 regular season schedule with a hilarious TV-themed release video • Nashville's home opener is set for October 1 against the Minnesota Wild • Locally televised games move to The Spot - Nashville 28 • Assistant GM Jeff Kealty departs for the San Jose Sharks ⚾ Nashville Sounds • The Sounds continue their pursuit of the Memphis Redbirds in the International League standings as they wrap up their series with Norfolk before heading to Sugar Land. Featured Interview This week's guest is Matthew Sullivan, a senior developer at Atiba with nearly 20 years of experience building sports analytics, fantasy sports, and simulation software. Russell and Matt discuss the evolution of sports data, predictive modeling, fantasy sports strategy, and how technology continues to shape the way fans understand the games they love. Links Nashville SC vs Atlanta United full highlightsTitans' Chris Johnson Ring of Honor Announcement VideoElias Saad highlightsFamara Camara highlightsNashville Predators 26/27 Season Schedule Announcement Video"How Lucky You Can Be" - Buster Olney book on Don MeyerAbstract of "Authorship Versus Influence" about Professor Martin Mueller's workYakety Sax - 1 Hour Version (for when the pain is too great)Subscribe for weekly coverage of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville SC, Nashville Predators, Vanderbilt athletics, the Nashville Sounds, and the biggest stories in Middle Tennessee sports. #NashvilleSC #Titans #ChrisJohnson #CamWard #Quarterback #Predators #NashvilleSports #MLS #FantasyFootball #RotoBaseball Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  3. Jul 11

    Nashville SC Returns, Predators Build for the Future & JJ Rosen on Nashville Sports History

    Nashville SC is back from the World Cup break, and Russell previews Friday night's showdown with Atlanta United, predicts a big win for the Boys in Gold, and discusses Sam Surridge joining Nashville's league-leading four MLS All-Stars. Also this week: the Nashville Predators lock up Mavrik Bourque with a six-year contract, continue reshaping the front office with the hiring of assistant GM Vukie Mpofu, Titans training camp draws closer as Cam Ward prepares for Netflix's Quarterback, the USMNT's disappointing World Cup exit, and the latest on the Nashville Sounds' push for first place. Plus, Russell sits down with Nashville entrepreneur and Atiba founder JJ Rosen to talk about growing up in Nashville, his grandfather Ralph Kornman's career as a local sportswriter, founding one of Nashville's leading technology companies, and former Nashville Sounds slugger Steve Balboni. Links: Steve Balboni 1980 profileNetflix Quarterback - Season 3 trailerUSA vs Belgium extended highlightsIf you enjoy Nashville sports, Tennessee Titans, Nashville SC, Predators hockey, Sounds baseball, and conversations about Music City sports history, be sure to subscribe to the Nashville Sports Report. #NashvilleSports #NashvilleSC #TennesseeTitans #Predators #NashvillePredators #NashvilleSounds #MLS #MLSSoccer #USMNT #WorldCup #SamSurridge #HanyMukhtar #CamWard #ChrisMacFarland #MavrikBourque #JJRosen #SteveBalboni #Atiba #Nashville #MusicCity Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  4. Jul 4

    Music City Baseball Board Member Nancy Schultz on Bringing MLB to Nashville | Chris Johnson & Predators News

    CORRECTION: This episode mistakes the date of the next USMNT game. The game is on Monday, July 6th NOT Tuesday July 7th On this special Fourth of July edition of the Nashville Sports Report, host Russell Ries is joined by Music City Baseball board member Nancy Schultz for an in-depth conversation about the effort to bring Major League Baseball to Nashville through the Nashville Stars initiative. Nancy discusses the vision behind Music City Baseball, Nashville's growing case for an MLB franchise, and her family's longstanding connection to sports in Middle Tennessee. Before the interview, we reflect on the heartbreaking news that former Tennessee Titans superstar Chris Johnson has been diagnosed with ALS. We discuss CJ2K's incredible legacy on and off the field, what he meant to Nashville, and why he remains one of the greatest players in Titans history. Also on this week's show: • Tennessee Titans announce public training camp dates and details for the 2026 Blue & White Scrimmage • Nashville Predators GM Chris MacFarland reshapes the roster with trades and free agent signings involving Mavrik Bourque, Nils Höglander, Jack Drury, Adam Edström, and Alexander Kerfoot • What the Predators' busy offseason says about the future direction of the franchise • The US Men's National Team advances to the World Cup quarterfinals and prepares for a showdown with Belgium • The Nashville Sounds continue their chase of the Memphis Redbirds in the International League standings Featured Interview: Nancy Schultz, board member of Music City Baseball, joins the Nashville Sports Report to discuss the Nashville Stars project, the effort to bring Major League Baseball to Tennessee, and why she believes Nashville is ready to become a major league city. If you'd like to support ALS research and patient care, please consider donating to The ALS Association. Click here to support the Nashville Children's Alliance. Featured Links: Chris Johnson on Good Morning America USMNT vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina Nashville Stars homepage  Nashville Stars shop Nashville Stars newsletter Nashville Stars on Instagram Nashville Stars on Twitter Subscribe for weekly coverage of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, Nashville SC, Vanderbilt athletics, the Nashville Sounds, and the biggest stories in Nashville sports. #MusicCityBaseball #NashvilleStars #MLBtoNashville #NancySchultz #Titans #ChrisJohnson #Predators #NashvilleSports Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  5. Jun 27

    Pekka Rinne Enters Hockey Hall of Fame | Predators Draft Wyatt Cullen & Cam Ward's Quarterback Trailer | Will Dossett on Senegal

    On this week's episode of the Nashville Sports Report, host Russell Ries reacts to the historic news that Nashville Predators legend Pekka Rinne has been elected to the the Hockey Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class, becoming the first full-time Predator to receive hockey's highest honor. We also break down a busy week for the Predators, including: • Chris MacFarland's trade with the Colorado Avalanche for Jack Drury • Nashville selecting Wyatt Cullen with the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft • The Predators trading back into the first round to draft defenseman Thomas Bleyl • What these moves say about the future of the franchise Plus: • Vanderbilt's Tyler Nickel is selected by the NBA champion New York Knicks • Tennessee Titans training camp dates are officially announced • Netflix releases the first trailer for Quarterback featuring Titans QB Cam Ward • The US Men's National Team advances to the World Cup knockout stage and prepares to face Bosnia and Herzegovina • A Nashville Sounds update as they chase the division lead This week's guest is Will Dossett, joining us from Senegal to discuss the World Cup experience overseas, Senegal's run through the tournament, and what it's been like following one of the world's biggest sporting events from West Africa. Links Referenced: Pekka Rinne's Goalie GoalChris MacFarland 1st Round Press Conference Netflix Quarterback Season 3 Official TrailerSenegal vs. Morocco AFCON Finals HighlightsRob Bironas' 60-Yard Game Winning Field Goal vs. ColtsSenegalese Laamb WrestlingSubscribe for weekly coverage of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, Nashville SC, Vanderbilt athletics, the Nashville Sounds, and all things Nashville sports. #NashvillePredators #PekkaRinne #Titans #CamWard #NHLDraft #USMNT #Vanderbilt #NashvilleSports Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  6. Jun 20

    Titans Make Jeffery Simmons Highest-Paid DT Ever | USMNT Wins Group & Preds Trade | Officer Kurt Cook

    The Tennessee Titans made a franchise-defining move this week, signing Jeffery Simmons to a record-breaking extension that makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history. Russell Ries breaks down what the deal means for the Titans' future and why locking up "Big Jeff" was the right move. Also on this episode: 🏈 Titans minicamp wraps up as Cam Ward continues to impress coaches Robert Saleh and Brian Daboll. With new weapons like Carnell Tate and Wan'Dale Robinson, is Tennessee's offense ready to take a major leap in 2026? ⚽ The US Men's National Team defeats Australia 2-0 to advance to the World Cup knockout stage and secure first place in their group. Russell discusses the USMNT's strong start, Alex Freeman's goal, and why expectations should be rising for this team. 🏒 The Nashville Predators stay busy ahead of the NHL Draft, acquiring Ross Colton from Colorado, retaining head coach Andrew Brunette, and adding Jamie Langenbrunner to the front office. ⚾ The Nashville Sounds fall behind in the division race after a tough week against Memphis but still have time to close the gap as the season continues. Plus, Russell sits down with Metro Nashville Police Officer Kurt Cook to discuss his sports background and what it's like working traffic control at some of Nashville's biggest sporting events. Links: Jeffery Simmons Press ConferenceUSA vs Australia Extended HighlightsDerrick Henry - 2018 Week 14 Highlights vs. JaguarsTopics Covered: Jeffery Simmons contract extensionTennessee Titans minicamp updatesCam Ward developmentRobert Saleh and Brian DabollUSMNT vs Australia World Cup recapUSMNT knockout stage outlookNashville Predators trade for Ross ColtonNHL Draft previewNashville Sounds updateInterview with Officer Kurt CookSubscribe for weekly coverage of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, Nashville SC, Nashville Sounds, Tennessee Vols, and more. #Titans #JefferySimmons #USMNT #WorldCup #Predators #NHLDraft #NashvilleSports #NFL #CamWard #NashvilleSounds Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  7. Jun 13

    USMNT Dominates World Cup Opener, Titans Minicamp Ahead & My Nashville Sports Story | Nashville Sports Report

    The United States Men's National Team is off to a dream start at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This week on the Nashville Sports Report, we break down the USMNT's impressive 4-1 victory over Paraguay, one of the most convincing World Cup performances by an American team in decades. We discuss Florian Balogun's match-winning goal, what the result means for the group stage, and why the U.S. now looks well-positioned to advance to the knockout rounds heading into next week's matchup with Australia. We also discuss the latest Tennessee Titans news as OTAs conclude and mandatory minicamp approaches. Rookie quarterback Cam Ward has generated plenty of headlines during offseason workouts, but should Titans fans be concerned about inconsistent practice reports? We examine why offseason growing pains are often a positive sign for a young quarterback and hear what defensive coordinator Robert Saleh had to say about Ward's development. In Nashville Predators news, new General Manager Chris MacFarland continues to put his stamp on the organization by announcing plans to expand the team's analytics department. We discuss what that means for the future of the franchise and why the upcoming NHL Draft and free agency period could reveal the organization's long-term vision. Plus, we check in on the Nashville Sounds as they continue their battle with the Memphis Redbirds for first place in the International League standings ahead of a critical series between the two clubs. For the first time on the show, the guest chair is empty—but that doesn't mean there's no interview. This week, host Russell Ries turns the microphone on himself and answers the same nine questions asked of every guest, including:  His favorite sports to play and watch  His earliest sports memories  How he ended up in Nashville  His favorite Nashville sports team  His greatest Nashville sports memory  His Mount Rushmore of Nashville sports figures  His thoughts on Nashville's next professional sports franchise  His favorite Nashville restaurants  And a few Nashville sports hot takes It's a personal look at the experiences and memories that helped shape a lifelong Nashville sports fan. Links from the show: USMNT vs. Portugal Extended HighlightsRobert Saleh Press Conference (June 11th, 2026)Trailer for the movie "Rad"Vikings at Oilers, 12/26/98 (FULL GAME)Preds vs Caps game summary, 12/26/98Wilma Rudolph Bio video#USMNT #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #FlorianBalogun #TennesseeTitans #Titans #CamWard #RobertSaleh #NashvillePredators #Preds #ChrisMacFarland #NashvilleSounds #NashvilleSports #SportsPodcast #MusicCity #NashvilleSportsReport #MLS #NFL #NHL #BaseballPodcast Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

  8. Jun 6

    Predators Hire Chris MacFarland, Titans OTA Updates & Scott Viebranz on Nashville Sports Culture | Nashville Sports Report

    The Nashville Predators have entered a new era. On this week's Nashville Sports Report, we break down the hiring of new General Manager and President of Hockey Operations Chris MacFarland and what his arrival could mean for the future of the franchise. We discuss why MacFarland's move from the Colorado Avalanche is significant, the addition of former Los Angeles Kings GM Rob Blake to the front office, and what the departures of longtime organizational figures could signal about the direction of the Predators. Will Nashville pursue a quick turnaround, or could a larger rebuild be on the horizon? We examine the key decisions facing the Predators as the NHL Draft and free agency approach. We also cover the latest Tennessee Titans news, including:  OTA observations and offseason developments  The upcoming mandatory minicamp  Tennessee's preseason schedule against the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, and Chicago Bears  Why Robert Saleh's history with San Francisco could make joint practices a possibility Plus, we preview the United States Men's National Team's final World Cup tune-up match and discuss the growing excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup. We also check in on the Nashville Sounds as they continue their pursuit of first place in the International League standings. Then, longtime Nashville resident and retired business executive Scott Viebranz joins the show for a fascinating conversation about:  Growing up as a sports fan in New York City  Watching Nashville transform into a major sports city  The importance of organizational culture in sports and business  Leadership, team building, and what makes successful organizations thrive If you're a fan of the Nashville Predators, Tennessee Titans, Nashville Sounds, or the evolving sports landscape of Music City, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Referenced Links Chris MacFarland Introductory Press ConferenceThe 500 Home Run ClubNashville SC: Cristian Espinoza Press Conference#NashvillePredators #Preds #NHL #ChrisMacFarland #RobBlake #TennesseeTitans #Titans #NFL #RobertSaleh #NashvilleSounds #USMNT #WorldCup2026 #NashvilleSports #SportsPodcast #MusicCitySports #NashvilleSportsReport Send us your thoughts OR Come be on the show Twitter - @NSHSportsReport BlueSky - @NSHSportsReport.bsky.social Youtube - @NashvilleSportsReport Music: Games by Pold https://soundcloud.com/pold-music License: Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/pold/games Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/SyFPLhALc5w

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Weekly recap and review of Nashville sports

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  • Creator
    Russell Ries
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Nashville Sports Report
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