At Rensselaer, we are proud to recognize the student-athletes who are members of the Class of 2020. We thank them for their hard work, dedication and tremendous efforts in representing the Institute in a first-class manner academically and athletically. We wish them well as they continue to complete the semester and become Rensselaer alumni / alumnae. 

While at Rensselaer:
Four-year performer ... Played quarterback as freshman ... Team's Offensive Rookie of the Year ... Played receiver final three seasons ... Four career rushing touchdowns and two passing ... Business and Management major ... Dean's Honor List ... Internship with River Communications ... Brothers, Kevin '09 and Jeff '16, attended Rensselaer and played football.

Favorite sports memory during career?
"My favorite memory has to be when we played Brockport in the NCAA Quarterfinals my junior year. More specifically, when Brockport scored its first touchdown. As soon as they scored, our sideline erupted because we had developed a "Next Play" mentality. Our team was so excited to get ready for the ensuing kickoff that we became louder than Brockport's sideline after literally scoring a TOUCHDOWN. I think that became our edge for the remainder of the game; our mental strength and our ability to stay energized even in the face of adversity. And it paid off as we ended up beating the No. 3 team in the nation." - March 2020

What makes Rensselaer so special?
"The incredible balance between athletics and academics is one of the best in the nation." - March 2020

What are your post-graduation plans?
"Pursuing a Co-Term Master's in Business Analytics." - March 2020

From the coaching staff:
"Tommy is what RPI football is all about. He displayed exceptional character, was incredibly trustworthy, competed every day, and always placed the team above himself. Tommy is the standard of excellence in which all members of the organization should strive to achieve." - March 2020

What others say:
"This kid lives and breathes RPI Football. He is the greatest teammate that I have ever had and he would give anything to see his team succeed. He is the definition of selfless. He was a great football player, tremendous worker, and unbelievable friend." - March 2020

"Easily one of the most dedicated people I've ever met. The drive and work ethic he showed every day in every drill in every practice is something that a lot of people aspire to possess. His attitude every day personifies #REDFAM." - April 2020

"Always wanting to outwork everyone." - April 2020

"He is a hustler and will not take mediocrity for an answer." - April 2020

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