2013: Thacker appeared in 10 varsity games. He made one start. He received credit for the win in a 10-6 triumph against Winona State in Florida. Thacker pitched in two junior varsity contests.

High School: Thacker was an all-state selection as a junior and senior. He went 10-2 with a 1.20 ERA and set the school, single season record for wins. He was part of a team that reached the regional semifinals, the first baseball team at Bellbrook to do that since 1974. Thacker was the conference player of the year in 2010. The Eagles won the conference championship in 2010. Thacker lettered four times in baseball and twice in basketball.

Personal: Thacker's parents are Norman and Valerie Thacker. He is a business administration/entrepreneurship major.