Nashville isn’t just the Music City—it’s a rising powerhouse in the sports world, filled with inspiring stories that go far beyond the game. Nashville Game Changers, hosted by Emmy-winning sports reporter Jill Jelnick, takes you inside the lives of the city’s most influential sports figures from teams like the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, and around the SEC. From career-defining moments to personal challenges, fitness routines, and favorite Nashville hot spots, this podcast offers fans an all-access pass to their favorite sports stars. Each episode goes beyond the game, exploring how these athletes give back to the community, navigate the pressures of the public eye, and embrace leadership in one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports cities.
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Nashville isn’t just the Music City—it’s a rising powerhouse in the sports world, filled with inspiring stories that go far beyond the game. Nashville Game Changers, hosted by Emmy-winning sports reporter Jill Jelnick, takes you inside the lives of the city’s most influential sports figures from teams like the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, and around the SEC. From career-defining moments to personal challenges, fitness routines, and favorite Nashville hot spots, this podcast offers fans an all-access pass to their favorite sports stars. Each episode goes beyond the game, exploring how these athletes give back to the community, navigate the pressures of the public eye, and embrace leadership in one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports cities.
Nolan Smith on becoming head coach of TSU men's basketball, winning a championship at Duke, and wisdom from "Coach K"
Nashville Game Changers
24 minutes
3 months ago
Nolan Smith on becoming head coach of TSU men's basketball, winning a championship at Duke, and wisdom from "Coach K"
In this week's episode, the new head coach of Tennessee State University men's basketball, Nolan Smith, opens up about his coaching journey, expectations for the program, and why he believes TSU can compete for an OVC Championship in his first season. Smith spent his entire playing career at Duke University under Hall of Fame coach Mike Krzyzewski and helped lead the Blue Devils to the 2010 NCAA national championship. Smith also played two seasons in the NBA and spent time playing overseas in the NBA G League before starting his coaching career at Duke. Smith most recently was an assistant coach at the University of Memphis under Penny Hardaway for the 2024-2025 season.
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Nashville Game Changers
Nashville isn’t just the Music City—it’s a rising powerhouse in the sports world, filled with inspiring stories that go far beyond the game. Nashville Game Changers, hosted by Emmy-winning sports reporter Jill Jelnick, takes you inside the lives of the city’s most influential sports figures from teams like the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, and around the SEC. From career-defining moments to personal challenges, fitness routines, and favorite Nashville hot spots, this podcast offers fans an all-access pass to their favorite sports stars. Each episode goes beyond the game, exploring how these athletes give back to the community, navigate the pressures of the public eye, and embrace leadership in one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports cities.
