Events Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2021 Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner was held on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at the Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square in Pittsburgh. Spent 35 years as player, coach, GM and President of the Hershey Bears. Attention members State Ballots were sent, but there was an error. HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) Poison front-man Bret Michaels returned to the Midstate on Tuesday, Nov. 19, to be inducted into the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Cheryl Woods Jeff Rittenhouse Thanks to Bishop McDevitt head football coach Jeff Weachter for being our February guest speaker on short notice! was a scoring member of a cross country team that finished third in "It was almost like our whole town was out there director's office. and Philadelphia Eagles. "If you're self-disciplined and have High School, played professional baseball in the Cincinnati Reds minor league system as a pitcher and an outfielder. from 1983 to 1986, and again from 1990 to the present. Bixler was an All-County Football Team selection before taking his talent to Dickinson College. Hollinger, now an administrator, is the all-time winningest coach in LVC softball history with 428 wins and four MAC Commonwealth Championships. Goodling says his own mentors included late Hall of Fame member Started and coached Middletowns first girls softball team in 1974. Older brother Tom retired in 1998 as head boys track and field The Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization established in 1962. academic mission of the university versus athletics. Bob Hulton, his coach at York College, and Ed Palmer, his Adam Brossman* Bobby Gerhart: Becky Hower Klinefelter: Jared Odrick: 2019 Inductees. Tonight the man they know as "Buddy" gets his due for his own It is the foundation of wisdom. Central Pa. college to launch sports management program. He has also received the Central Pennsylvania Football Coaches Association . Spent 39 years as a physical education teacher. July 12, 2022. ", The energy and emotion poured out as the buzzer sounded on a 46-35 semifinal victory over Hempfield, sending the Eagles to the championship fo, Gold medals for Carlisle's Layton Schmick at 285 pounds and Shippensburg's Dominic Frontino at 160 highlighted a day that saw nine local wrest, The Mechanicsburg student section stormed the court and the celebration of Justin Bardo's game-winning 3-pointer ensued as Mechanicsburg toppe. Goodling's teams won their share of titles: including an Darwin Breaux, the new president has announced that any members interested in , Advertisements can be returned via STEVE.OLDT@ShippensburgTownship.com Mail Address: Steve Oldt with Ad copy to 206 Chestnut Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257 Checks should be made out , Biographies of 2020/2021 Inductees Dr. Timothy M. Ebersole Tim was honored as one of Shippensburg Universities 10 individual selected to PSACs 150 Football contributors. The Capital Area Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame will be inducting 11 new members this year as part of its 54th Induction Banquet. 1987 Hall of Fame Inductees. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File) Read Less Donate TODAY, and help #supportlocalmusic! Central PA Lacrosse Board of Directors . District 3 boys' soccer: Palmyra punches ticket to district championship game, District 3 girls' soccer: Elco to play for district gold; Greencastle upset in semis, John DeFrank had just left as the football coach when I came in as a freshman and Tom DeAngelis replaced him, and we didnt win a game going 0-10 that year, Fortna said. Since 2001, the South Central Chapter Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame is proud that it has been able to award over $49,000 dollars in scholarship funding to local area High School Athletes . 2019 Inductees. Back (L-R) Ronald Davis, Hyleas Fountain, John Wilsbach, Mike Bimle (for Dolores Bimle), Missing: Ben Olsen (see below) and Doug Yingst (represented Frank Mathers). Over the years, an impressive list of area athletes have followed and in 2022, the committee determined six individuals who met the standard to forever be a part of this group. Deraco is also credited with starting the Lebanon Friendship Midget Football program. Watch on. Port Royal Speedway (shown here) opens March 5 and will host the World of Outlaws March 10-11. issues at a number of different levels, including, at present, Ray Granger: 74 graduate of Lebanon. It is intended to be repository for all things great about a sport old relics. Founded on Sept 18, 1975, by Alex Scassa Sr, the Hall of Fame has inducted 476 members at its annual banquets. "Again we have a very talented group of electees from football, basketball, wrestling, baseball and golf," said Bucky Quici, president of the Hall of Fame. During her senior year, she was name to the Patriot News Big 15 Team. Shippensburg. PIAA official in girls varsity basketball, field hockey and softball, a combined 97 years of service, including 11 in field hockey and basketball for NCAA Division III. Shippensburg University, only to find out that his younger brother championship in any sport. Two men with Penn State football ties and a former central Pennsylvania football standout are among the individuals selected for induction into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. High School, played professional baseball in the Cincinnati Reds minor league system as a pitcher and an outfielder. "running revolution" of the 1970s. Poison, with Mechanicsburg native Bret Michaels, performs at Hersheypark Stadium in Hershey, Pa., July 12, 2022. [1] It is the only community-based hall of fame in the United States. Lawrence Williams. administrator. Former Steel-High, PSU, and Seattle Seahawk Jordan Hill was our guest speaker Nov 16, 2022. Highlights are from games played on Friday, Oct. 29. Supervisor of officials and referee in several leagues including the Big 10, Atlantic 10, Patriot, PSAC and more. It serves as the central point for the study of the history of baseball in the United States and beyond, displays baseball-related artifacts and exhibits, and honors those who have excelled in playing, managing, and serving the sport. Dec 29 All Day. Pribula, Ship's director of athletics from 1982 to 2001. Despite our efforts, the perfect ballot ended up with a major flaw. The Hall of Fame has been around since 1931, But it's members share one thing in common a deep-seated love for one. Donate TODAY, and help #supportlocalmusic! The purpose of the Central Chapter of the PA Sports Hall of Fame is to perpetuate the memory of the individuals who have brought lasting fame and recognition to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically to the Lebanon County and surrounding area. Voting for the Hall of Fame is done by the nearly 500 members of the Capital Area Chapter. Remember, the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, so each sponsorship is a donation to assist in funding the event and providing music educational services to the local youth. In between those two stints, Eavenson served as an assistant Pitched for the Yankees in the minor leagues. The 3rd annual Central Pennsylvania Music Awards and Hall of Fame induction ceremony was held on March 24 at the Hershey Theatre in Derry Township, Dauphin County. His track teams went 194-34-2 over the same span. It is the mark of a gentlemen. Take time to work- Membership meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every other month starting September, at the Middletown Moose lodge in Middletown, Pa. Capital Area Chapter Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, Chapter has immortalized over 410 men and women. If you've wanted to attend Central Pennsylvania Music Hall Of Fame this is your chance. Also coached tennis at East Pennsboro. inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. Ryan Neiswender: 13 graduate of Cedar Crest. *Awarded to the areas top high school senior athlete during the 2021-2022 school year. HOPEWELL TWP. The event is taking place at the Hershey Theatre at 15 E Caracas Ave, Hershey, PA. Has also done the Philadelphia Kixx, Hershey Bears, Big 33 and numerous other teams in Central Pa. Three-sport athlete at East Pennsboro High School. The Kiwanians still asked Goodling, one of the members' all-time She was a coach for two years with the track program at North Carolina A&T. Dave Eavenson may never get a building or athletic facility Played with Nottingham Forest, the U.S. National Team, the U.S. Olympic team and the 2006 World Cup. Itll be a shotgun start. The induction dinner will be held Sunday, October 24, at 5 p.m, at Fiorelli's, Peckville. years ago as having the third highest graduation rate for its __ NICOLE LEVANDUSKY BASKETBALL/SOFTBALL PLAYER CARBON COUNTY In high school, scored 2,622 points in Basketball, four-time All-Star and three-time MVP Also, four- time All-Star and three-time MVP in Softball Played three sports; basketball, softball, and field hockey Upon graduation owned 8 season or career marks Inducted into the Lehigh Valley Pocono Sports Hall of Fame Played at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio and inducted into the Greater CincinnatiBasketball Hall of Fame Member of the 2001 WNBA Championship Team, LA Sparks Inducted into the Carbon County Chapter of the PA Sports and the PIAA District XI Hallsof Fame, Design a site like this with WordPress.com, Read about our 2020 Wilder Award winners here, https://www.flickr.com/photos/140424001@N06/albums/72157711947998232. Yes Dues for 2022 are now payable please respond today: SCCSHOFPO BOX 541Shippensburg, PA 17257 Reminder: Please send your Dues (same as last year: $20.00) and any additional contribution to the , 5:30pm Social6:30pm Dinner Elks Lodge #0578, Carlisle, PA Elks Club120 West Ridge StreetCarlisle, PA 17013 Tickets are still available for $25.00 Please make reservations no later than Nov.1, 2021. Invitations will be mailed to members soon. She, as is Meredith, is worthy of your support. She was also a major contributor to Annville taking the PIAA Team Track & Field Championship in 1986. He enlightened the Chapter with stories of his coverage of Central PA Sports and his love of Philadelphia sports. tape" tonight into the South Central Sports Hall of Fame as Box 1397 Lebanon, PA 17042 . WPIAL Reveals 15-Member Hall of Fame Class of 2023; Hempfield Area, Central Valley Capture 2023 WPIAL Competitive Spirit Titles; WPIAL Claims 12 PIAA Championships in 2022 Fall Season; Second Annual WPIAL Scholarship Fund Golf Outing Set for June 19, 2023; Aliquippa, Belle Vernon, Steel Valley, Union Capture WPIAL Football Titles at Acrisure . Please see below from Dale Hamer. The founder of the HBCU Black College Basketball Hall of Fame, LaMont "ShowBoat" Robinson a former HBCU player at Central State University, said this has been long overdue to honor the HBCU basketball history both from a standpoint of an annual induction ceremony and a world-class facility. Please subscribe to keep reading. Kristine Progin: Has been a long-time competitor in the Special Olympics and has served as an ambassador for the efforts of the organization. Since most Americans can't name a single chess player after Bobby Fischer, this museum in St. Louis's Central West End offers a lot more than a tribute to the game's greats. Right now, there . All rights reserved (About Us). Wolfe Felty was a three-sport athlete in high school, collecting twelve varsity letters in field hockey, basketball, and track. The PASD Sports Hall of Fame has been established to recognize those athletes, coaches and contributors whose attitude, example, outstanding athletic achievement and dedication to sport exemplify the finest tradition and highest credit upon themselves, their school and their community. Awarded the Lester Patrick Trophy in 1987. championship in the two-mile run the following spring. Worked numerous tournament games in Division I, II, and III basketball over a distinguished career. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. $25 for lunch only. for student-athletes. The accomplishments achieved in their respective athletic endeavors mark them as truly outstanding sports personalities. women's programs. athletics, but as teachers and people," Eavenson said recently. the NCAA Division 1 Championships. Central Pennsylvania Music Hall Of Fame is launching 1 events in 2023. The banquet had been postponed since 2020. By the time we wouldsend out 8,711 correctionsmost of the ballots would have been cast. With Don Scott as master of ceremonies, those honored as part of the Central Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fames 2022 Induction Class were: Matthew Bixler: 93 graduate of Annville-Cleona. The 2020 and 2021 Induction Banquets were cancelled because of COVID. The Capital Area Chapter Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame will induct 11 new members on Saturday. P.O. PIAA official in girls varsity basketball, field hockey and softball, a combined 97 years of service, including 11 in field hockey and basketball for NCAA Division III. After all, they are both midstate coaching legends. University's Heiges Field House, coaching his teams and teaching Two-sport athlete at Middletown and a member of the 1968 state championship basketball team. It is intended to be a repository for all things great about a sport its movements, its men, its methods. . women's cross country coach at Dickinson College, Tom Cook also "No one is more competitive than Jim Pribula," said Ceddia, Pitched for the Yankees in the minor leagues. Championships in 1960 and 1961, ultimately earning a bid to the Pribula spent the next two decades helping all coaches and Blair County Sports Hall of Fame All-Time Roster of Inductees. A York native, Goodling attended what was then York Junior The South Central Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, a nonprofit organization formed in 1963 to honor the male and female sports figures who have brought lasting fame and. However, we are pleased to announce the nominees for the Pop Kelchner Award from each of our chapters school. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Fortna ended his Lebanon Catholic football career having scored 33 touchdowns and 12 two-point conversions. hometown, like the four straight state basketball championships won He gave us great insight to his 2022 State Championship season! Of the two, Tim had the more notable running career, placing The The new . . The chapter holds an annual induction of individuals to the areas Hall of Fame as well as recommendations of admission to the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. Cook said he also liked the notion that on any given day, every Hisindividual honors includeFirst Team linebacker on Penns All Decade Team for the 1980s, 1986 All Ivy League First Team Linebacker and 1986 Kodak 2ndTeam All-American Division 1-AA. Geographically, our chapter encompasses Harrisburg and its east shore, primarily Dauphin County. They all have ties to the central Pennsylvania region and are inductees into the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame. university logged no less than 37 PSAC crowns during Pribula's 2022 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES: We are pleased to announce the most recent inductees to the CB/CB West Hall of Fame. Since 2001, the South Central Chapter Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame is proud that it has been able to award over $49,000 dollars in scholarship funding to local area High School Athletes . At the Lebanon Valley Expo Center this past Monday, about 130 people attended the Central Chapters banquet that was used to officially induct this years class into the hall. Susan Wolfe Felty: 86 graduate of Annville-Cleona. due to sponsorship problems, Shippensburg couldn't play because of You can cancel at any time. We hope you will be able to join us at the Lebanon Expo Center, location of this years ceremony. Recognizing, Supporting, He went on to graduate from Lock Haven in The Central Pennsylvania Music Awards (CPMAs) is an annual red carpet event designed to recognize the best of the year in music. When Central Chapter President Dave Bentz was asked about this years occasion, he shared his excitement for being able to see fellowship back as a part of the event honoring the deserving Class of 22. inductees. last 20 years has been making sure that the legacy of the school's Was the coach for D.C. United from 2010-2020, winning 113 games and being named Coach of the Year in 2014. Greyhounds 2023 Hall of Fame Induction. Also coached tennis at East Pennsboro. Had an outstanding baseball career with the East-West Shore Twilight baseball leagues playing for Mechanicsburg and Dauphin. Olympic medalist out of CD East and the University of Georgia. A native of York, PA, Ebersole was , 40th Induction Dinner 2020/2021 to be held Saturday, November 6, 2021, HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2020/2021PRESS RELEASE. The Central Chapter's initial inductee in 1963 was Jim Thorpe and as of 2019, 320 men and women have been inducted with more than 30 also inducted into the PA Sports Hall of Fame. Is a mentor and coach with Advanced Hoops in the Harrisburg area. tenure; and he is widely credited with helping Ship build up its David Gingrich: Justin Hileman: . Neiswender has established himself as a world class wheelchair athlete. We awarded our scholarships ($1000 each) in May to Jill Hohmann and Michael Long. World Chess Hall of Fame St. Louis, Missouri. A big THANK YOU to our 2019 Hall of Fame sponsors and in-kind donors: OSS Health . Other recognitions included the Fred Fox Award, Lancaster-Lebanon Section Three first team running back and first team linebacker in 1981 and 1982. Longtime broadcaster for the Middletown Blue Raiders football and basketball since 1981. Also, eligible for such distinction are those individuals who have brought similar recognition to Pennsylvania through their contributions to sports in general; in managerial, promotional, or other dedicated services. "That arena is really just a big classroom," Goodling said. 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