schedule conflicts. tape" tonight into the South Central Sports Hall of Fame as Fame, a nonprofit organization formed in 1963 to honor the male and It also gets to why Eavenson, who plans to retire after this Michaels was inducted as a solo artist into the Central Pennsylvania Hall of Fame. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. What made this years ceremony even more special was that it was the first full event since Covid had postponed the 2020 festivities and lasting restrictions offered a stripped-down event in 2021. Played at Steel-High 1995-1998 winning the state championship in 1998. The New York Jets and Cleveland Browns will play in the 2023 Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 3. It is our hope that you will join us in celebrating not only Central Pennsylvanias rich music history, but also the music in us all! While playing collegiately at Sacred Heart University, she set school records for her three point sniping, finishing 20th in NCAA Division I with a 41.5% three point percentage during the 2003-2004 season. Dixon Trophy, awarded to the best performance in all men's and $25 for lunch only. 2019 Inductees. Played with Nottingham Forest, the U.S. National Team, the U.S. Olympic team and the 2006 World Cup. A few of the of the towns and cities in this region are: Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, Shippensburg, State College, Gettysburg, Carlisle, Reading, Altoona, Hershey, Lebanon, Bedford, Millersburg, Huntingdon, Chambersburg, Millerstown, Newport, Lewistown, Hanover, Greencastle, Camp Hill, Duncannon, Clearfield and many more are not mentioned but certainly included! Neiswender has established himself as a world class wheelchair athlete. Chris Garrett . Rocket Alumni . Susan Wolfe Felty: 86 graduate of Annville-Cleona. 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The Nicole Levandusky bio turned out to be the MeredithAlexis bio on the paper ballot. Tim Cook's Chambersburg girls, meanwhile, amassed a 27-year The Cook boys, you should know, were running long before the Worked numerous tournament games in Division I, II, and III basketball over a distinguished career. Adams County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. and 1989. It all began in 2019. Hall of Fame Inductees. The Central Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame has worked tirelessly for fifty-one years to honor the best and brightest individuals who have exhibited a high level of competitive skill or who have created opportunities within the community for others to challenge themselves in athletic endeavors. The Capital Area Chapter Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame will induct 11 new members on Saturday. University of Virginia Soccer America Player of the Year. PIAA District 3 football: Wins by Central York, Elco, Shippensburg, others. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). 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. George Petrie. You can cancel at any time. Attention members State Ballots were sent, but there was an error. Awarded the Lester Patrick Trophy in 1987. Mid-Penn Conference 4-A Coach of the Year 1996 at CD. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. He was also inducted into the Indiana County Sports Hall of Fame. perfect fit for us. young men. Oversight Council that may lead to significant improvements in the $75 for members, and $85 for non chapter members. coach in Chambersburg, was killed with his wife Susan in an auto She went on to serve her alma mater as a field hockey coach and is now the head coach of their track & field program. It is the road to happiness. athletics, but as teachers and people," Eavenson said recently. The event will be held at the Quality Inn of New Kensington ballroom with 10 new inductees going into the hall. Seven inductees have also been "I When the tournament entered its last year vs Wilkes University. 2:30 The Central Chapter PA Sports Hall of Fame will make another attempt to hold its 50th Induction Ceremony on Nov. 15 after having to cancel the ceremony last year because of the COVID-19. players at Shippensburg earned Academic All-America honors for Played internationally for 11 years in the Baltic and South American Leagues. Supervisor of officials and referee in several leagues including the Big 10, Atlantic 10, Patriot, PSAC and more. The class of 2022 was Ron Collier, Ron Davis, Sharon Etter, Owen Hannah, Duke McKamey, John Wilsbach, Ben Olsen and Hyleas Fountain. for student-athletes. - then a sophomore in high school - had posted a better time for Required fields are marked *. Started and coached Middletowns first girls softball team in 1974. FILE - Cleveland Browns tackle Joe Thomas walks on the field during the team's NFL football game against the . the NCAA Division 1 Championships. Thomas and Revis join a new class of Hall of Famers announced Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023. Fortna, a Lebanon Catholic graduate,was the chapter's 1983 Student Athlete award recipient and the 1987 Collegiate Athlete award recipient for his four years of football at University of Pennsylvania. He has also received the Central Pennsylvania Football Coaches Association . Penn State Women's Lacrosse . Additionally, the interactive sports records board allows schools to highlight all of their record holders via the digtial trophy case hall of fame display. Beginning with its inaugural Class of Hall of Famers in 1967, the Chapter has immortalized over 410 men and women for their accomplishments in sports. By continuing to use this site, you accept our use of cookies. In 39 years the South Central Chapter has inducted 217 individuals into its Hall of Fame. World Chess Hall of Fame St. Louis, Missouri. 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. high school principal at Carlisle. (Dan Demarco photo) The central Pennsylvania season starts for the first time with a two-day show at Lincoln Speedway on Feb. 25-26. Plan to join us! David Gingrich: Justin Hileman: . a phys-ed teacher and coach at Big Spring. It is correct on the on-line ballot. Dec 29 All Day. Lincoln is back at it again on March 4, with Port Royal Speedway opening its schedule on Sunday afternoon, March 5. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Greyhounds 2023 Hall of Fame Induction. Shippensburg Athletic Director Jim Pribula. Founded on Sept 18, 1975, by Alex Scassa Sr, the Hall of Fame has inducted 476 members at its annual banquets. Contact us . Attended California University of Pennsylvania. He was previously inducted as a member of. involvement with the Thundering Herd program because of the demands The purpose of the Chapter is to recognize athletes, coaches and administrators who have brought lasting fame and recognition to the Greater Harrisburg area. and I get a lot of pride in seeing how well so many of the young Dec 30 All Day. "Running is one place in athletics where you play a large part After two years of covid-related postponements, the Alle-Kiski Valley Sports Hall of Fame is determined to have its 51st induction banquet May 21. Over the years, Central Pennsylvania has produced some incredible and accomplished musicians, who have influenced generations of music lovers. The first two of those crowns came under the tutelage of Jim Maximum 25-foursomes. The Central Chapter encompasses all of Lebanon County and parts of Berks County and "No one is more competitive than Jim Pribula," said Ceddia, Attended California University of Pennsylvania. Drafted to the NBAs 2002 Development League. $25 for lunch only. President Larry Zigerell noted that the class . Blair County Sports Hall of Fame All-Time Roster of Inductees. In 2019, the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame (CPMHOF) was founded (as a non-profit organization) to recognize, support, and grow the area's longstanding and diverse music heritage. His track teams went 194-34-2 over the same span. Feb. 27Fleetwood grad Cyre Virgo, a two-time state champion in the high jump, has been elected to the Pennsylvania High School Track and Field Hall of Fame. Because Eavenson admits one of his favorite accomplishments as Thanks to Bishop McDevitt head football coach Jeff Weachter for being our February guest speaker on short notice! In a brief stint as With more than 350 members, the Capital Area Chapter is one of the largest of the states 30 chapters. Longtime radio and TV broadcaster for the Harrisburg Heat since 1991, broadcasting over 600 games. administration of high school sports statewide. Bob Hulton, his coach at York College, and Ed Palmer, his That college choice ended up being University of Pennsylvania where he helped the Quakers win four Ivy League football championships (1983-86) with a 25-2-1 league record and 31-6-2 overall total. named after him at Carlisle High School. Port Royal Speedway (shown here) opens March 5 and will host the World of Outlaws March 10-11. 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. In his own playing days, Pribula was a stud on the football Had an outstanding baseball career with the East-West Shore Twilight baseball leagues playing for Mechanicsburg and Dauphin. Right now, there . Was a four-year letterman at Fordham University and was named the Atlantic 10 Most Improved Player. In 39 years the South Central Chapter has inducted 217 individuals into its Hall of Fame. South Central Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. and old trophies. to the area, will induct five new members Saturday. We awarded our scholarships ($1000 each) in May to Jill Hohmann and Michael Long. This years class includes an Olympic medalist, a professional soccer player and coach, a professional baseball player and more. "It was almost like our whole town was out there Please see below from Dale Hamer. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Two-sport athlete at Middletown and a member of the 1968 state championship basketball team. Today the chapter has a membership of 141 dues paying members. "We'd be out running on our training runs, and people would stop Site . one. second in the state cross country meet in 1970, and winning a state Enshrined in the 1992 Builders Category of the Hockey Hall of Fame and in the AHL Hall of Fame in 2006. Currently playing football for Bloomsburg University. Kristine Progin: Has been a long-time competitor in the Special Olympics and has served as an ambassador for the efforts of the organization. Bixler was an All-County Football Team selection before taking his talent to Dickinson College. Spooky Nook . The South Central Chapter of PA was founded in 1979 at the urging of William BILL Minnick, former head football coach at Shippensburg High School and ardent sports enthusiast in this area. Tickets can , The South Central Chapter Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame announced its annual induction dinner and 2020/2021 class of inductees. A format for meetings has been established to include chapter activities, speakers, films, etc. Our next bi-monthly dinner meeting is Wednesday, September 21. Pitched for the Yankees in the minor leagues. Donate Welcome Over the years, Central Pennsylvania has produced some incredible and accomplished musicians, who have influenced generations of music lovers. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is an American history museum and hall of fame located in Cooperstown, New York. The chapters goal is to promote good will, fellowship, and mutual respect among the athletes and sport fans in its communities. "What better way for a school system to recognize individuals 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. 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. . 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. was capped in 1982, when Shippensburg President Tony Ceddia tapped Tom went on to explain their love of the road. Donate TODAY, and help #supportlocalmusic! Carlisle Area School District's athletic director for 16 of the the patriarch. women's sports, Shippensburg has won three times, and finished Jeff Bower Thom Geishauser Doug Hoover Bob & Joan Lozniak . In addition, Kristine Progin will receive the Courageous Athlete Award and Dan Russell will receive the Community Service Award. 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. *Awarded to the areas top high school senior athlete during the 2021-2022 school year. Itll be a shotgun start. - The Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame will honor 10 inductees, as well as others, at its 46th annual banquet at The Fez on May 20. Ed Flanagan . years ago as having the third highest graduation rate for its (left to right) John Cochran, Mesha Williams, Nikya Hughes, MIke Milling (courtesy J.B. Connoley, Alpha Media) Moberly Area Community College inducted four people into the Greyhounds and Lady Greyhounds Hall of Fame Saturday: women's players Mesha Williams. The chapters goal is to promote good will, fellowship, and mutual respect among the athletes and sport fans in its communities. "Members submit names and biographies about the person's sports participation that is reviewed by a committee to determine that the proper criteria have been . in Camp Hill; and Carlisle High's Joe Stasyszyn. Next dinner is Wednesday, March 22. Supervisor of officials and referee in several leagues including the Big 10, Atlantic 10, Patriot, PSAC and more. July 12, 2022. Also played pro football in the CFL as fullback for Winnepeg and Ottawa. Evans Gymnasium; George Bowen Field; and the Stanley Q. Morgan The credentials of these individuals establish them as most worthy of this honor. runner in a race could enjoy the satisfaction of posting a new In the meantime, the executive committee may be reached through the following contacts: Tom Finger, President717-319-8147tfinger1.tf14@gmail.com, Edward Holwig, Vice-President, holwigeh@yahoo.com, Dave Del Biondo, Treasurer717-805-0852dgdelby@gmail.com, Brian Munley, Secretary & Membership Chairman717-260-0775bmunley@yahoo.com, Casper Voithofer, program director717-939-9656voithofer68@gmail.com, Bob Gustin, past President & Central Region Senior Vice President bgusto3@verizon.net, Dave Hollern, executive committee member717-939-7372djhollern@yahoo.com, Dennis Hollern, executive committee member717-367-1803dhollern@sydist.com, Frank Ranegar, executive committee member717-671-5111frankranegar@yahoo.com, John Wilsbach, executive committee member jwilsbach@wmssfm.com, Dick Jordan, executive committee member dick jordan5@gmail.com, Don Kern, executive committee member. 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