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St. Thomas Athletics prepares more than 500 Division I student-athletes to lead with excellence—on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities.
St. Thomas Athletics prepares more than 500 Division I student-athletes to lead with excellence—on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities.
Since 1904, Tommie Athletics has built a tradition of success, shaping lives and inspiring a loyal fan base. Today, our student-athletes compete proudly in Division I, carrying forward a legacy of achievement and spirit.
St. Thomas is the first modern NCAA program to move directly from Division III to Division I—completing the transition in just four years. Along the way, Tommies earned four conference championships, reached multiple championship rounds, and gained national visibility. Off the field, hundreds of student-athletes earned GPAs above 3.5, while donor support fueled $12M+ in funding and major projects like the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena.
Now, with full Division I membership and postseason eligibility, Tommie Athletics is building on this momentum to set the standard for the future.
Your support provides scholarships and critical resources that empower student-athletes and strengthen the St. Thomas experience.
Tommie Athletic Fund
From scholarship support to medical resources, academic assistance to travel, your investment in Tommie Athletics impacts the lives of more than 500 student-athletes who compete proudly in purple.
Membership in the 1904 Club is set at a minimum contribution of $100 per year (to the Athletic Department or any "Friends of" fund) and is a critical component of our philanthropic plan as we operate and build at the Division I level while remaining committed to providing our student-athletes an unwaveringly exceptional St. Thomas experience.
Tommie student-athletes have shown that St. Thomas is rightfully meant to compete in Division I and on a national stage. Now, it's time to build on that momentum and take the next step in our journey.
One of our largest areas of needed investment is scholarship support, directly aligning with an overall university priority to close financial gaps for students.
From team travel to medical resources, academic assistance to mental health specialists, your investment in Tommie Athletics will impact the holistic experience of more than 500 student-athletes.
A former baseball player as a St. Thomas student, Phil Esten '95 returned to St. Thomas as vice president and director of athletics in January 2019 after holding athletics leadership positions at Penn State University; the University of California, Berkeley; the University of Minnesota and The Ohio State University. Crafted over more than two decades in leadership roles across the country, Esten brings to St. Thomas a vision and understanding of the large impact athletics can have for students, alumni, and the entire university community.
Located on the University's South Campus in St. Paul, the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena will create conditions for success to directly support student-athletes and provide the St. Thomas community gathering place.
Support your Tommies, cheer on the purple, and join us in this next chapter of Tommie Athletics!
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