As a student-athlete, Thomas was a two-time NCAA outdoor team champion (2000, 2003) at LSU. She was a provisional NCAA qualifier in the 800 meters and a national qualifier in the 400-meter hurdles in 2003.
Thomas, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, earned her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Louisiana State University in 2004.
Coaching Experience
• Director of Cross Country and Track & Field, Vanderbilt (2021–present)
• Associate Head Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, Georgia (2017–21)
• Assistant Coach, Clemson (2013–17)
• Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, Purdue (2012–13)
• Assistant Coach, Kentucky (2010–12)
• Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, UAB (2008–10)
• Head Coach, Alabama Striders Track Club (2005–10)
• Assistant Coach, Huffman High School (2004–06)
• Volunteer Student Assistant, LSU (2003–04)
