Distinguished Virginian

Ed George, from E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg and Ferrum College football, is the Hall of Fame’s 2025 Distinguished Virginian Award recipient. George played collegiately at Ferrum where he was named Captain of the football team, before transferring to Wake Forest. A 4^th round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970 NFL Draft, George would opt to play professionally in Canada. Over 11 professional seasons, 7 in the CFL and 4 in the NFL, George would be named All-Pro five times (CFL) and be part of two Grey Cup Championship teams with the Montreal Alouettes. In 2005 he was inducted into the Canadian Football League Hall of Fame. His impact has been felt away from the gridiron as well, where his success in the financial sector has led to multiple philanthropic endeavors, many of which have been centered on support for student-athletes. The Hall of Fame at Ferrum bears his name, the Ed George Sports Hall of Fame at Ferrum College, and he has also been honored by Ferrum as a Distinguished Alumni, and with the Beckham Medallion, Ferrum’s highest honor.

Ed will honored along with the rest of the Class of 2025 during Induction Weekend, April 25 & 26 in Town Center of Virginia Beach. Click the button below for more information