Hall of Fame
Jack McGovern was a four-year starter at center for the Holy Cross football teams of the late 1970s.
Throughout his career, he anchored a line which paved the way for the Crusaders to gain over 13,000 yards, operating chiefly from the wishbone offense.
McGovern led Holy Cross to victories over Boston College during both his sophomore and junior seasons, with the team also defeating both Army and Air Force in 1978.
He earned All-New England and All-ECAC honors, while receiving the Davitt Award as the team’s top lineman following his senior year.
Demonstrating his versatility, McGovern also served as a placekicker and was a fierce competitor on the track and field squad, competing in the throwing events.
He passed away in 2019.
