Nashville SC sign veteran D Tate Schmitt

Field Level Media|published: Wed 21st May, 14:12 2025

May 18, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Dynamo FC defender Tate Schmitt (22) warms up prior to the match against FC Dallas at Shell Energy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Nashville SC announced the signing of free agent defender Tate Schmitt on Wednesday.

The 27-year-old veteran is under contract for the rest of the 2025 season with an option for 2026.

Schmitt has three goals in 45 matches with Real Salt Lake (2019-22) and the Houston Dynamo (2023-24).

"Tate is an experienced left back that has the attributes we look for in a player in that role both offensively and defensively," general manager Mike Jacobs said. "We are excited to be able to add him to our group."

Schmitt is expected to back up starting left back Daniel Lovitz.

--Field Level Media