Colgate University Athletics

Bill Edwards was a standout intercollegiate golfer for the Red Raiders between 1950-52. He consistently shot in the low 70’s earning three varsity letters while playing No. 2 as a sophomore and No. 1 as a junior and senior. During his collegiate career he lost only two matches on the last hole. Edwards complimented his Colgate career as a distinguished amateur while qualifying five times for the U.S. Amateur. While at Colgate he reached the finals of the New York State Amateur and the Long Island Amateur following his junior season. He held four course records in the New York area including a 64 at Shinnecock.