Meet Our Board
Nate is father to three sons and two daughters who keep him very busy and active. He has been a pillar in the BYFA program since its inception in 2012. With extensive football knowledge and experience including his designation as a two time NAIA All-American lineman for Cumberland University, Nate infuses passion and excitement for the sport into the league along with his reinforcement of hard work and dedication. He values physical fitness as an important part of life and stays active as a professional in mixed martial arts. Nate thoroughly enjoys mentoring youth and giving back to the community.
The reward of seeing the kids learn and grow during the season is his reason. He truly loves coaching and it shows. Steve strives to help the kids love the game so they will play with heart. He is very passionate about the success of the organization. When not volunteering for the league he loves spending time on the lake, playing cornhole, and spending time with friends and family.
Kristi is a dedicated wife and mother, raising 3 boys. She is a registered nurse for the Veteran’s hospital. When not volunteering for the league and keeping her husband, Steve, organized, she also loves spending time on the lake and hanging with friends and family.
Slectues is a Human Resources professional in the Nashville area with a love and passion for giving back to the community. She has been involved in cheerleading for over 20 years and coaching in the Blackman Youth league for the past 3 years. Slectues has a passion for teaching young girls to become young women with respect, dignity, and discipline. She is a lifetime member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority, and an alumni of Middle TN State University. Slectues has a passion and everlasting love for her family, friends, and values all of those who continue to make her the strong leader she is today.
Stefanie is a former auto claims adjuster who is currently a stay at home wife and mother to four. Stefanie enjoys watching her children grow in their passion for football and is excited about being a helpful part of the Blackman Youth team.