AT HARDING
Thom Jacquet was named the head men’s soccer coach at Harding University in January 2026. A Harding alumnus, Jacquet returns to Searcy to lead the program following a legendary high school coaching career.
PRIOR TO HARDING
Jacquet joined the Bisons after a 35-year tenure as the head boys' soccer coach at Greater Atlanta Christian School (GACS) from 1991-2026. During his time with the Spartans, he built one of the most successful programs in the Southeast, compiling 410 career victories and capturing six state championships.
His teams at GACS were known for remarkable consistency, qualifying for the state tournament 29 times in 34 years, including a streak of 25 consecutive postseason appearances. Under his leadership, the Spartans won 16 conference championships, reached the Final Four 14 times, and finished as state runners-up on three occasions.
Coaching Highlights & Accolades
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Career Record: 410 Wins
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Championships: 6 State Championships, 16 Conference Championships
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Postseason: 29 State Tournament appearances (25 consecutive), 14 Final Four appearances, 3 State Runner-Up finishes.
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Honors: Two-time NSCAA State Coach of the Year (2009, 2014); numerous Coach of the Year honors from the Gwinnett Daily Post, DiVarsity.com, and county athletic associations.
In addition to his coaching duties at GACS, Jacquet served on the faculty teaching English, Bible, and Sports Performance.
EDUCATION
Jacquet is a two-time graduate of Harding University. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Management in 1988 and a Master of Science in Education in English in 1991.
FAMILY
Jacquet has been married to his wife, Jennifer, for 30 years. They have three children: Jack, Beckham, and Maren.
