EDWARD D. CAWLEY, Class of 1912

EDWARD D. CAWLEY
Class of 1912
Inducted in 1986

His name memorialized on the walls of Edward D. Cawley Stadium in Lowell, Eddie Cawley gained a considerable reputation athletically not only in Lowell but also in the state of Maine, where he starred for Colby College.

A three-sport star at Lowell High School from 1909–1912, Eddie stood out in football, track, and baseball for the Red and Gray. He was the leading ground gainer and a top-notch defensive back and Captain of both the football and baseball teams in 1912.

Upon graduation from Lowell High School, Eddie, a standout shortstop, joined the Philadelphia Athletics under legendary Manager Connie Mack. After a brief stint in the Major Leagues, he enrolled in Colby College.

At Colby, Eddie once again became a multi-sport star, making his greatest impact on the gridiron. A four-year starter for the Mules, Eddie was a legitimate triple threat–passing, running and kicking as a quarterback, halfback, and fullback. Eddie was a standout on the legendary 1914 Colby team and captained the 1915 and 1916 Elevens. He capped off a brilliant career by being named an All-East selection and receiving Honorable Mention on Walter Camp’s All-American Team. Still the leading ground gained and scorer in Colby College history, Eddie was nominated for the National Collegiate Football Hall of Fame in 1959.

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