Roanoke College

Thomas distinguished himself as one of the fastest runners of the track team in the history of Roanoke.

In 1978, he won the 440 and 220 and anchored the mile relay in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference track and field championship to earn All-American honors. 

A stellar competitor who broke three college records in track, Thomas participated in the NCAA International Competition in Mexico. 

In 1978, Thomas qualified for the 1980 Olympic Track team with a time of 46.5 seconds for the 400 meters.