Coach Thacker is entering his 12th year at Whitwell High School. He is a Business Technology Education Instructor and Dean of the Career and Technical Education Department.  He is also the Assistant Softball Coach, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Sponsor, member of the Leadership team and Head Softball Coach at Whitwell Middle School. He has been selected as Whitwell High School Most Inspirational Teacher, Chattanooga Area Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coaching Leadership Coach of the Year and various other academic and athletic awards and recommendations. 

Degrees:

Doctorate of Education Degree in Educational Leadership from Carson-Newman University - 2017

Education Specialist Degree in Educational Administration from Carson-Newman University - 2016

Master’s Degree in Instructional Leadership from Tennessee Technological University - 2012

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Health and Wellness from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - 2008