Sports Referee sues Tennessee high school football coach for ‘clotheslining’ him. Here is video May 5, 2023 Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean Comments Off on Referee sues Tennessee high school football coach for ‘clotheslining’ him. Here is video A Tennessee high school football coach is being sued for more than $75,000 to cover medical costs, other damages after 'clotheslining' a referee.