Fairmount High School, Class of 1989

A true five-sport athlete, Richie Parker left a remarkable legacy at Fairmount High School as a standout in football, basketball, baseball, tennis, and track.

On the football field, Richie was a four-year letterman and set school records for both rushing yards and rushing touchdowns in a season. He earned All-County honors as a junior and senior from the Calhoun Times and was an Honorable Mention selection by the Chattanooga Times.

In basketball, Richie led his team in three-point percentage, free throw percentage, and three-pointers made during his junior and senior years, averaging 18 points per game as a senior. He earned a scholarship to play at Reinhardt College.

In baseball, Richie had a career .320 batting average and was never caught stealing. He also lettered in tennis and track during his junior and senior years, rounding out a high school career defined by versatility and excellence.

Beyond athletics, Richie has remained deeply involved in serving his community. He currently serves as Probate Court Judge of Gordon County. He’s coached multiple youth basketball teams to state GRPA championships at Calhoun Rec, coached rec teams at Gordon County Rec, and volunteered as a girls basketball coach at Calhoun Middle School. He also lends his musical talents and technical skills as a sound volunteer for local churches, schools, and civic events.

Richie is married to Monica McEntyre Parker and his children are: Collin Parker, Jacob Parker (Wife – Naomi, Son – Lewis), Sydnie Parker DeFoor (Husband – Jack, Daughters – Iris and Isla), Ivie Parker Collins (Husband – C.J., Son – Hudson), Logan Parker (Wife – Hazel, Daughter – Vivienne), Gavin Parker, Maclane Parker McDaniel, Jaden Brock.

Richie Parker’s lifelong commitment to athletics, leadership, and service continues to make an impact across Gordon County.