Owen Murphy (2019) - Varsity Club Hall of Fame

Owen Murphy

Induction:
2019
Class:
1926

The BC Varsity Club Veteran's selection, Owen Murphy excelled in four sports while a student-athlete at the Heights. A native of Bellows Falls, Vermont, Murphy shined on the gridiron as a punter and running back. He played for legendary coach Frank "The Iron Major" Cavanaugh from 1923-25. In his three seasons, BC went 19-6-1. On the hardwood, Murphy was a defensive guard, while competing in the shot put, discus, broad jump and sprints on the track. He was a pitcher, catcher and infielder and hit over .400 over two seasons on the diamond. Murphy earned three letters in football, two in baseball one in basketball and one on the track. Upon graduation, Murphy played professional baseball, semi-pro football and raised a family of four daughters in Claremont, New Hampshire. He also became a member of the New Hampshire State Legislature and House of Representatives.