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Walker High alumnus Brian Thomas Jr. honored by Livingston Parish School Board
Summary
The Livingston Parish School Board recognized Brian Thomas Jr., a Walker High graduate and NFL draftee, for his athletic achievements and community example; his high school coach praised him as a 'once‑in‑a‑lifetime' player.
The Livingston Parish School Board presented an award to alumnus Brian Thomas Jr. on Monday night, honoring his accomplishments as a student‑athlete and professional football player.
Board member Ron McMorris introduced the recognition, describing Thomas as “an exemplary leader” from Walker and noting that Thomas was a member of Walker High School’s 2018 state basketball championship team and was the game MVP. McMorris said Thomas attended LSU for three years before being selected in the first round by the Jacksonville Jaguars and making the Pro Bowl in his first NFL season.
The team’s coach, identified only in the transcript as the coach, praised Thomas at the podium, calling him “a once‑in‑a‑lifetime type player” and saying the athlete’s attitude and conduct made him a role model for younger students. Thomas spoke briefly, recalling a last‑second play from the championship game and thanking those in attendance.
The board presented Thomas with a plaque and took photos before the meeting returned to routine business.
