La Salle University Athletics

Thomas Conville was one of the most outstanding oarsmen in Explorer history, rowing under Coach Tom "Bear" Curran.

He stroked La Salle boats to 13 victories in 15 races during his three varsity years (1951-1953), each of which was highlighted by the Dad Vail Championship, symbolic of small college rowing supremacy.

Today, the Tom Conville Cup, named in his honor, is presented to the winner of the Men's Heavyweight Varsity 8 race at the Dad Vail Regatta each year.