Ed McKee (2019) - Hall of Fame - George Washington University Athletics

Ed McKee

Induction:
2019

Prior to his arrival at GW as and administrator, Ed McKee was a draftee of the NBA's Indiana Pacers, and enjoyed a brief basketball career playing semi-pro ball. He then served from 1971-1980 as sports information director at Indiana State University, where he helped introduce the world to a young Larry Bird. After moving to Washington, D.C., in 1983 and serving as director of basketball for Special Olympics International, McKee built a lasting legacy in Foggy Bottom.A fixture at GW Athletics events who played an integral role in the execution of basketball games for decades, McKee spent over 25 years at GW in communications, athletic administration, athletic development and alumni relations, before retiring in 2012 to be with his wife, Linda. His presence is still felt today as an unofficial GW Athletics historian. University alumni spanning the 1960s, 70s, 80s, 90s and up to his retirement, remark about how integral McKee was and is during their time at GW and since they have graduated in keeping them feeling connected to the program.