Thomas Evans, 2012 All-State Football Lineman from North Carolina, Male Athlete of the Day

Our NSR Male Athlete of the Day is a 6’4″, 285-pound lineman from Franklin High School in Franklin, North Carolina, Thomas Evans, who carries an impressive 3.8 GPA.  This true student-athlete led his team to an undefeated regular season and was named Conference Defensive Player of the Year and to the North Carolina High School All-State Team.  A track star as well, Thomas captured the conference regional title in the shot put and placed and took third place in the NCHSAA state meet.  His head football coach, Josh Brooks, had this to stay about Thomas:  “On and off the court, he is dependable, organized, hardworking, and exhibits a high level of positive enthusiasm toward his work.   Thomas has worked extrememly hard in the weight room since entering high school, and has been very successful on the football field, playing basketball, and throwing the shot and discus in track. His footwork and agility have greatly improved, and have made him a standout lineman and basketball player.  His aggressive style of play, toughness, footwork, and willingness to work and improve make his future bright.  For the three years I have known him, I have seen him sacrifice his personal wants to make sure those around him might benefit. Thomas is highly competive and strives to do the best he can at everything he is involved in. He is a very coachable young man that respects authority.”  Thomas’ NSR scout is Alan Parham.