Owen Murphy (2019) - Varsity Club Hall of Fame

Owen Murphy

First BC student-athlete to letter in four varsity sports
Received seven letters in four different sports – three letters in football, two letters in baseball, one letter in basketball and one letter in track
A dependable punter, ball carrier, and halfback, the team went 19-6-1 while Murphy was a member of the squad
Hit over .400 while playing leftfield on the baseball team
Excelled in shot put, javelin, and discus on the track and field team
Earned his “B” in track for his versatility in the field events
Recognized as the greatest athlete of the class of ‘26
Described as “one of the best all around athletes in the country today…not only a star on the diamond, but shines just as brilliantly on the basketball court, track, and gridiron.” – Jack Slattery, BC Baseball Coach
Called “the most natural athlete I ever saw.” – Jack Ryder, BC and Olympic Track Coach
Named “the greatest back that ever-entered BC.” – Joe McKenny, former teammate and BC Football Coach