SWAC coordinator of officials Eddie Kelley passes away

Eddie Kelley, Southwestern Athletic Conference Football Coordinator of Officials has passed away.

Kelley was SWAC Football Coordinator of Officials since 2019. Previously, he was a SWAC referee, having called five conference championships and three Bayou Classics. He also officiated in the Southland and Pac-12 conferences.

When Kelley was named SWAC officiating boss, conference commissioner, Dr. Charles McClelland said he was a “great fit.” He commented, “His knowledge and experience officiating at the highest levels of collegiate athletics will greatly impact the football officiating within the conference as we look to continue to enhance and build upon the overall foundation.”

Kelley had a presence on the NFL sidelines too. He was the Assistant Kicking Ball Coordinator for the Houston Texans home games.

Our sympathies to all who knew him and loved him.

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