BOSTON – George T. Dowd, Jr. – a two-way Northeastern baseball student-athlete, Class of 1958 graduate and 1983 Varsity Club Hall of Fame inductee – passed away on Saturday evening at the age of 86. Known best for his vast pitching arsenal, the 'golden-armed' Dowd was considered by his late head coach John "Tinker" Connelly to be, "one of the best ballplayers in Northeastern history."
 
Dowd was a standout performer on both sides of the ball for the Huskies during his two varsity campaigns in 1956 and 1957, garnering team Most Valuable Player honors after each season. The six-foot-two right-hander graced Northeastern with his strong arm from both the pitcher's mound and the outfield while making an offensive home in the cleanup spot of the NU batting order.
 
After co-leading Northeastern to its then-record, 14-win season in 1956, Dowd enjoyed incredible success on the diamond during his senior year in 1957. While serving as captain, he proceeded to lead the Huskies in six pitching categories, boasting a 1.62 ERA while setting offensive team highs in both doubles and triples.
 
Dowd graduated from Northeastern in 1958 with honors, earning his degree in electrical engineering. In 1983, he was honored as one of seven Northeastern legends comprising the 10th induction class to the Northeastern Varsity Club Hall of Fame.
 
With baseball behind him, Dowd turned to a career in the nuclear industry, becoming the manager of administration for the Yankee Atomic Electric Company in nearby Framingham. Professionally, he published several papers for the nuclear field, often traveling between the United States and Europe to conduct presentations.
 
A natural leader, Dowd also remained active in politics during his career, serving as a Town Meeting Member for many years. He also held respective four-year and three-year posts as Public Works Commissioner and Selectman.
 
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