Edward Owen played fullback in York's 8-22 defeat by Halifax in the 1930–31 Challenge Cup Final during the 1930–31 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 2 May 1931, in front of a crowd of 40,368.

E. J. Owen was born in Crumlin, and is proving his worth as a full back.

He was discovered by Leeds officials, but the Headingley club with a great wealth of talent allowed him to go to York.

He is a brilliant defensive player, and can kick with great power with either foot.

Owen has been unfortunate in coming to hand when there were so many full backs of ability in the league.