Manhattan University Athletic Hall of Fame
During his four years at Manhattan, the men’s soccer team, coached by Dolph Rotter, had a record of 31 wins, 19 losses and 7 ties. With no scholarship players and their field in Van Cortlandt Park, the Jaspers had one winning streak last for 11 games. When Tom was a junior, the team landed an ECAC playoff berth. In his senior year, the Jaspers had their best record in program history (10-3-3). Some of the sweetest victories came against Fordham. From sophomore to senior year, the Jaspers shut out the Rams, winning each year by a score of 1-0. Tom, a sweeper with a smothering defense, was also known for going on offense at crucial times in the game. He has 7 goals and 14 assists to his credit. Throughout his career, he collected awards, including All-Metropolitan in 1975, 1976 and 1977; All-New York State Team (1977); and All-Academic Team (1977). The College honored him the Block M Award and the Jasper Award for Most Outstanding Player in 1977 to finish his Jasper career on a high note.