August 24, 2026
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The University of St. Thomas has spent the past several years writing one of the most distinctive chapters in college athletics — becoming the first school in modern NCAA history to move directly from Division III to Division I and earning full membership prior to the 2025-26 season.
The Tommies now have a new partner to tell the stories of their department. St. Thomas Athletics has signed a multi-year agreement with FanWord, the leading storytelling and technology company in college sports, and will use the company’s signature software, FanWord Assist, starting in 2026-27.
With 21 varsity programs competing in the Summit League, the Pioneer Football League, the NCHC and the WCHA, St. Thomas has no shortage of teams, student-athletes and milestones to cover. FanWord Assist gives the Tommies’ communications staff the tools they need to keep pace with everything happening across the department.
“This is an exciting time for athletic communications, and we’re thrilled to partner with FanWord as St. Thomas continues to embrace the evolving landscape of new media,” said Assistant Athletic Director of Athletic Communications Kelsey Whaley. “This partnership positions Tommie Athletics at the forefront of emerging technology, allowing us to streamline our workflows while continuing to create engaging, impactful content for our student-athletes, fans and the broader Tommie community.”
