Tanner Hoskinds, Athletic Director at Calico Rock High School, has been named Alumni of the Year at Ozarka College. Tanner currently serves as head basketball and softball coach and leads his school's athletic programs with a focus on both excellence and community service.

"I am greatly honored to be named Ozarka's Alumni of the Year," said Hoskinds. "Having the opportunity to attend Ozarka was an absolute game changer for me coming out of high school. My professors challenged and prepared me for my future endeavors in education. I would not be where I am today without Ozarka."

Tanner is deeply engaged in his community. He attends Midway Baptist Church in Melbourne and actively involves his athletic programs in service projects throughout Calico Rock. His coaching achievements include a district championship title, being named 1A-2 Coach of the Year, and leading his softball team to the state finals.

"We are honored to recognize Tanner as Ozarka's Alumni of the Year," said Dr. Josh Wilson, Ozarka College president. "Tanner represents the best of Ozarka and is a tremendous advocate for his students. His success in coaching exemplified by his performance and sportsmanship as well as being named Coach of the Year are prime examples of his positive impact on his student athletes. His achievements are a testament to what hard work can accomplish and Ozarka is proud to have played a part of his journey."

Tanner was an outstanding student at Ozarka and continues to be a leader and role model in the field of education and athletics. Ozarka is proud to recognize him as our 2025 Alumni of the Year!