Tom Rinaldi Presents: Sacred Acre
Step into the world of Sacred Acre with Tom Rinaldi, who's back for Season 2 as he uncovers the profound story of Ed Thomas, the legendary high school football coach from Parkersburg, Iowa. In this gripping 6-part series, Rinaldi takes you back to explore Thomas’s remarkable journey—from his acclaimed role as the 2005 NFL High School Coach of the Year to his pivotal role in rebuilding Parkersburg after a devastating EF-5 tornado. Just a year later, Thomas's life was tragically cut short when he was murdered by a troubled former player. Experience the impact of Thomas’s values of Faith, Family, Football, and Forgiveness through intimate interviews with those who knew him best. Each episode reveals how his legacy continues to shape and inspire his community even fifteen years after his death. New episodes of Sacred Acre drop every Thursday. Follow & Subscribe to never miss an episode.
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High school football
Oct 23
Tom, Phenomenal reporting Tom. This coach and family are heroes to all of us.
Iowa native
Oct 20
I am from nearby Waterloo. This story rocked our state. This is a true story of a small town pulling together in crisis.
Thanks Tom
Oct 8
I remember this story like it happened yesterday, I can’t imagine the horror those kids witnessed!
Great Story
Sep 24
Did not know this story before, great podcast.
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- Channel
- CreatorFOX Sports
- Episodes16
- Seasons2
- RatingClean
- Copyright© FOX Sports
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