Tommy is originally from Minnetonka, MN and graduated from Hopkins High School where he was named all-conference his senior season. After high school he played and attended Luther College in Decorah, IA, helping them to a NCAA tournament appearance and the most wins in a single season in school history. Following graduation, Tommy spent two years as an assistant baseball coach at Augustana University, one of the winningest programs in the country and 2018 DII National Champions. While there, he worked with the hitters and catchers and gained valuable experience assisting in recruiting. He coached two All-Americans and numerous all-conference selections. In 2021 the Augustana Vikings led the NSIC in nearly every offensive category (AVG, SLG%, 2B, HR, OPS, SB). Tommy joined Elite Sports Advising in July of 2021. He resides in Minneapolis, MN.