Malley was a standout lineman on the Redmen football team. His efforts earned him several accolades including All-LEL recognition, All-Greater Cleveland honors and being selected for the Plain Dealer Dream Team and Cleveland Press Stars Player of the Week. He was selected to play in the All-Ohio North-South Football game and was named 2nd team All-Ohio. 

He continued his education and football career at the University of Dayton where he earned four letters and was a member of their 1980 National Championship team. He later became a police officer in the city of Lakewood and is currently the Chief of Police. He has also been a long-time soccer official in the area.