by FOX Sports
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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October 17, 2024
In the final episode of 'Sacred Acre,' we return to Parkersburg to see how Ed Thomas is still impacting the town and the football program. A new interim head coach carries on the traditions, including an inspirational pregame speech. Earlier in 2024, another school shooting in the state, this time in Perry. The circumstances, and the victims, hit close to home with the Thomas family. And those closest to Ed Thomas reflect on his enduring legacy and the lessons learned from the tragedy of his murder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 10, 2024
In Episode 5, we explore the aftermath of Ed Thomas' tragic killing and how the Parkersburg community struggled to reconcile with the devastating circumstances. Through heartfelt interviews with friends, former players, family, and even local politicians, we capture the profound impact Coach Thomas had on those around him. This episode also delves into the extraordinary grace and forgiveness extended by the Thomas family to the Beckers, a gesture that held deep significance in the wake of the tragedy. We take you inside the courtroom for the gripping testimony during Mark Becker’s murder trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
October 3, 2024
*Producer's Note: Please be advised that there are graphic descriptions of gun violence in this episode. Listener discretion is advised. Episode 4 reveals the origins of Mark’s struggles with the law and his mental health. We take you through the fatal day on June 24th, when Ed Thomas was murdered. Eyewitness testimony from the scene reveals the drama in rich detail. We hear the shooter, Mark Becker, in a psychotic state after the shooting. In a stunning gesture that resonated nationwide, we experience the grace and forgiveness displayed by the Thomas family to the Beckers. And we hear Aaron’s moving words and sentiments of forgiveness, asking for prayers for the Becker family in the midst of the tragedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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