14th Annual Collin Thomas Memorial Golf Scramble

Collin Thomas was a graduate of Rowan County High School in Morehead, Kentucky where he ran track and played football. He attended Morehead State University and was a member of the SAE fraternity.

In 1997, Collin enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He became a Hospital Corpsman and completed Underwater Demolition training and Special Operations Medic Program. After SEAL tactical training, Collin received his Trident. He spent 6 years between SEAL Team FOUR and SEAL Team TWO. During deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, Collin demonstrated his combat capabilities to his superiors. In 2006, he was selected to become a member of the elite SEAL Team SIX.

On August 18, 2010, in support of Operation “Enduring Freedom,” Collin led his team against a heavily entrenched Taliban. Realizing the enemy had superior cover, he identified the threat on his team and aggressively maneuvered to flank the enemy inside of a large trench. SOC Collin Thomas was mortally struck during the exchange. He bravely stood in the face of grave danger and gave his life pressing the fight to the enemy to protect his teammates.

Collin was a highly decorated veteran during his 9 combat deployments. Some of his awards included a Silver Star medal, (3) Bronze Star medals, a Purple Heart medal, and many more achievements.