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Tate Fischer, linebackers coach at Starkville Academy, has been named Mississippi’s High School Broyles Award winner, recognizing his exceptional contributions in high school football. With 29 years of coaching experience, Fischer has played a pivotal role in shaping young athletes at Starkville Academy. The awards ceremony will take place in Hot Springs, Arkansas, where he will join other state winners. Fischer’s honor highlights the importance of assistant coaches in high school sports and reflects his dedication and commitment to his players.
Starkville, Mississippi — Tate Fischer, the linebackers coach at Starkville Academy, has been named Mississippi’s High School Broyles Award winner, as announced by the school on Tuesday. This prestigious award recognizes the top assistant coach in high school football across participating states. The Broyles Award was established in 2019 and is named after legendary College Football Hall of Fame coach Frank Broyles. In the 2025 selection process, 37 states took part in recognizing outstanding coaches.
Fischer, now entering his seventh year at Starkville Academy, boasts a distinguished coaching career with a total of 29 years of experience at Starkville High School. Last season, under his guidance, the Volunteers achieved a record of 5-6. Fischer’s selection for the award was informed in June after he was initially notified of his nomination in the spring. He described receiving this honor as a humbling experience, expressing pride in being recognized by an organization associated with Coach Broyles.
As an assistant coach, Fischer prefers operating away from the limelight, a common trait among those in similar positions. He values the relationships he has built with both his players and fellow coaches, which he considers one of his greatest strengths. Fischer emphasizes the importance of hard work and dedication as fundamental elements for success in coaching.
The awards ceremony will take place in Hot Springs, Arkansas, on February 13, 2026, where Fischer will join 36 other state winners. Fischer’s wife is particularly enthusiastic about the trip, which promises to be an exciting experience, with accommodations at a large resort featuring a race track and casino. He humorously remarked that they plan not to take any money with them to the casino.
Tate Fischer’s accomplishment reflects not only his personal dedication and hard work but also underscores the vital role of assistant coaches in high school football across the state. As an influential figure at Starkville Academy, his leadership and commitment continue to make a positive impact on the young athletes he coaches.
Background on the Broyles Award reveals its purpose to honor the unsung heroes of high school football — those who might not always be in the spotlight but play crucial roles in developing players and fostering team spirit. Since its inception, the award has celebrated the hard work and dedication of assistant coaches throughout the nation, motivating them to continue their contributions to the game.
The accomplishment for Fischer not only brings pride to Starkville Academy but also serves as a notable recognition for Mississippi high school football, highlighting the dedication that coaches bring to their teams and the sport.
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- Clarion Ledger: SAS Fischer Named Mississippi’s High School Broyles Award Winner
- Google Search: Tate Fischer Broyles Award
- Starkville Daily News: Starkville Academy’s Fischer Wins Broyles Award
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Broyles Award
- Football Scoop: Broyles Award Nominees Announced
- Google News: High School Football Coaches
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