During his sophomore year at South Mecklenburg High School, Thomas experienced discomfort in his right shoulder. He attempted to play through it as best he could and in hopes it was not anything too serious. However, early in the summer season, while playing for the 2019 On Deck O’s, an MRI discovered a SLAP tear in his labrum. In July of 2017, he underwent surgery and months of rehab at Architech Sports. Through a lot of hard work and determination, Thomas returned as a position player for both his junior and senior year and did not miss a season for the Sabres or On Deck O’s. He was named a SOMECK Conference Tournament MVP during his junior year and was a vital member of a highly successful 2019 On Deck O’s team during the summer and fall. Thomas signed with Francis Marion University.
