Tom graduated from Bourgade Catholic High School in Phoenix. After high school, Tom attended Glendale Community College and then transferred to Bethany College (KS), where he lettered in football and received a BA Degree in Health and Physical Education. Tom received a Masters Degree in Sports Science from the U.S. Sport Academy (AL). Tom is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Tom has taught Physical Education for 26 years in the Deer Valley School District. He’s been coaching football for 29 years. For the past 12 years, Tom coached offensive line and coordinated the strength program at Pinnacle High School. Prior to that he spent time at Chaparral High School (2002 4A state champs), Phoenix College, and Goldwater High School.

He currently Lives in Glendale with his wife Amy and their 3 kids Matthew, Ashlynn and Isaiah.