Northeastern University Athletics

Craig A. MacDonald has been elected to the Hall of Fame for his accomplishments in the sport of football.

MacDonald was a defensive end known for his tenacity as he captained the Huskies through one of their signature fotball campaigns, the 1967 season. With MacDonald spearheading a defense that remains one of the program's best ever, the Huskies posted a 7-1 record, complete with a statistical portrait of opponent frustration. The Huskies allowed just 34 points in eight games, and the fewest rushing yards (329), while chalking up the most shutouts-five- in a single season. The "D" of 1967 was ranked second in the nation and MacDonald earned his second straight First Team All New England kudos. Also, he was honored with Associated Press All East selections in consecutive years, and named several times to the ECAC Division II Team of the Week.

In 1965, as a sophomore, MacDonald and his linemates helped the Huskies begin to stamp the mid-sixties as springboard gridiron years. NU went 6-2 that year. As a junior, MacDonald and the Huskies posted another 6-2 season. MacDonald led the team in tackles, heading a defense that held opponents under 10 points on four occasions. Finally as a senior, MacDonald was elevated to captain as the Huskies finished 7-1.