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Leadership and Grit: A Tale of Two Defensive Backs
AthleticsWhen Branden Smith thinks back to the lessons he learned playing football at the University of St. Thomas, the fifth-year cornerback recalls a series of injuries that caused him to miss playing time. “Injuries hurt — not just physically but mentally,” he said. “But they teach you to be better than you were before. You…
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Sights and Sounds: Homecoming 2025
Student LifeTommie pride filled campus as University of St. Thomas students, alumni and families packed Purple on the Plaza, ran a community 5K and cheered on the players at the football game against conference rival Butler University. Butler beat St. Thomas 21-14 in overtime. Despite the loss, the weekend buzz never dipped. From pregame tailgates to… -
A Tommie Explores Family, Football and Future
AthleticsAs a senior mechanical engineering major and football player at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, Langston Robinson’s journey is one filled with resilience, hard work, and an unwavering dedication to both his academics and athletics. Robinson, a center on the St. Thomas football team, hails from Milwaukee, making his time at St. Thomas…