Norwich University

Tom was a four-year letterman for the Cadet wrestling team in the late 80's. He was the first Cadet wrestler to earn All-New England honors four straight years, the school's first All-American wrestler and the first to collect 100 career wins. 

In his first year, Tom became the first NU freshman ever to earn All-New England honors. As a sophomore, he won the Northern New England championship and finished second overall in New England.

Tom served as the team's co-captain as a junior and senior, winning the New England championship at 167-pounds in both years. He went undefeated in dual matches during his junior year and posted a 33-3 record while finishing fifth at the NCAA championships. A year later, Tom collected a school-record 35 victories and earned his second All-America honor with a sixth-place showing at the NCAA's.

Tom was a member of the Senior House Committee and the History Honor Society as an undergraduate. Since graduating with a degree in history, Tom served 10 years in the Navy. He won numerous medals and honors including: the Navy Commendation Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, and two Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals.