Joseph Lowery
Where we left off last year
2024 season: 36 points, 13th in the Eastern Conference, 25th in MLS
Last year was significant for Nashville SC, not because of the club’s regular season finish but because it marked the end of the Gary Smith era. Nashville had never known another coach in their MLS existence until BJ Callaghan was hired in July to replace Smith after an underwhelming start to 2024. Smith’s exit and Callaghan’s entrance signaled the beginning of a new approach from Nashville SC, not just on the field but also in terms of youth development and roster building.
As Nashville struggled for goals and quality ball progression last year, it only became clearer that getting new life into the club was the right decision.
For more on “Nashville SC 2.0”, check out this excellent story from my colleague Ben Wright:
Ben Wright
