Thomas Rosandich

Thomas P. Rosandich (died 2020) was an American sports administrator and coach.

[1] In addition to his coaching roles, Rosandich served as a Sports Ambassador for the United States Department of State, where he was tasked with building international relations through sport in 43 nations.

[1] During his tenure in Indonesia, Rosandich contributed to the establishment of the Southeast Asian Games.

[1][3] In response to issues identified in the U.S. Olympic team's performance at the 1972 Munich Games, Rosandich founded the United States Sports Academy in 1972.

[1][4] The Academy expanded its international presence, starting with a contract with the State of Bahrain in 1976 to oversee their national sports programs.