Anderson County High School: A native of Caryville, Tenn., Williams earned four letters as a pitcher and outfielder at Anderson County High...during his junior season, Williams went 7-1 with a 1.75 ERA, while striking out 20 batters in 40 innings pitched...earned three letters in football...named to the Anderson County High Honor Roll and was named the Student of the Month.

Personal: Tanner is the son of Ron and Connie Williams...born February 8, 1993...full name Zachary Williams...majoring in Exercise Science.