From Tony Coccagna
The Indiana County Sports Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the Class of 2026.
The nomination deadline is Oct. 31. A review of nominations and a vote to select the next class will be conducted by the Hall of Fame board of directors in November.
To qualify for election, an individual must have brought lasting fame and recognition through his or her contributions in athletics while participating with an Indiana County-based sports organization or be a native of the county who was a member of an organization based outside the county.
Also eligible are those who have brought similar recognition to the county through contributions to sports in general, in managerial, promotional or other influential capacities.
Candidates must have either been retired from the sport or position a minimum of three years, been in the sport or position for 25 years, reached the age of 55 or been deceased at least one year.
Only Hall of Fame members may nominate individuals to be considered for induction. Membership dues are $10 annually or $100 for a lifetime. To join, send dues to Indiana County Sports Hall of Fame, PO Box 823, Indiana, PA 15701.
For a nomination form, contact Tony Coccagna at (724) 840-4056 or email tonyc1979@gmail.com.
The 42nd annual induction banquet will be held Sunday, May 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the Indiana Country Club.
In addition to the induction ceremony, the Hall of Fame presents cash awards to two scholar-athletes from each of the eight high schools in the county; recognizes one individual for longtime service to area youth sports; and recognizes individuals and teams that have made an impact on local sports in the past year.
The stream of the 2025 banquet can be viewed here: Indiana County Sports Hall of Fame 41st Annual Banquet (05-18-25).
