Nominations and Donations
Class 2022 nominations are accepted until August 30, 2021. Please email Bob Burns for further instructions.
Donations to the Florida Chapter may be made by visiting:fl-nwhof.ticketleap.com (Note: A convenience fee is charged by ticketleap)
Questions? Contact:
Jane Townsend 561.876.5830 or Don Smith 561-629-2399 nwhof.fl@att.net
Nomination Categories
Lifetime Service To Wrestling
Given in recognition of years of dedication to the development of leadership and citizenship in the youth through the sport of wrestling.
Outstanding American
Given to former wrestlers who are highly successful and use the disciplines learned in wrestling in their profession.
Medal of Courage
Is presented to a wrestler or former wrestler who has overcome what appear to be insurmountable challenges.
John Vaughan Award
This prestigious chapter award was created to acknowledge those deserving individuals who otherwise may not receive recognition for their profound contribution to the sport of amateur wrestling in the state.
Chapter Grand
Honoring those who have passed
Board Members
The Florida Chapter for the National Wrestling Hall of Fame was established in 2000.
National Wrestling Hall of Fame ~ Florida Chapter 1505 Crowberry Ln Sebastian, Fl 32598
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Gary Townsend – Executive Director
Don Smith – Vice President
Jane Townsend – Secretary
Emily Drews – Treasurer
Sam Agresti
Bill Combs
Robert Matyskiel
Robert Burns – Nominations
Pete Collins – Museum Curator
Robert Thomas – Media Services
Jeff Malavsky – Development
Cecelia Solomon – Administrative Assistant
BOARD (1 Year terms)
FAWA – Bill Crum
FHSAA – Open
Coaches – Sal Basile
Officials – Jim Smoot
Girls Director – Kirwyn Adderley
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The HOF Board is growing our traveling museum of Florida Wrestling. We are looking for state championship programs for all years and all divisions. If your have one(s) to donate please contact Museum Curator Pete Collins.
Class of 2020 Honors Weekend to Combine With 2021
Don Smith is organizing a golf outing for Friday morning, September 24th. This will be a fun event that is a chance to play a Disney World course. If you are interested, contact Don at djs4track@gmail.com or by calling and leaving him a voicemail at 561-629-2339. Please provide as much information as possible, such as your name and if it is just you golfing, or a foursome and the names of the foursome.
Tickets for Honors Weekend events (other than golf): https://fl-nwhof.ticketleap.com/2021-honors-weekend/dates/Sep-24-2021_at_0800PM
Hotel accommodations: https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/groups/hr/national-wrestling-hall-of-fame4
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- Class of 2021: L-R Dan Walker, Bob Henderikson, Dan Hartung
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- Dominick Mandicott, Tom James, Marc Allison, Nate Richardson, Mike Turner, Ernie Withers
News
Alumni Spotlight: Victor Lorenzano, Class of 2007
Coach Vic began his career in Indiana in 1985. He moved to Florida and started a successful program at Kissimmee Gateway High School. He is still making noise in the coaching ranks, taking Harmony to a 6th place finish in… Continue reading
Meet the Class of 2021 and Next Level Scholarship Winners
The 2021 Class of Inductees were introduced on the floor of Silver Spurs Arena at the FHSAA State Championships Saturday Night, 3/6. Lake Gibson Coach Dan Walker, Brandon Coach Bob Henderickson, and Official Dan Hartung. These three will share their… Continue reading
Alumni Spotlight: Ron Jones Class of 2008
Coach Ron Jones has been the wrestling coach at Sarasota High School for 25 years. He has over 300 wins as a wrestling coach. His teams have won seven District Titles, two Regional Titles and have been FHSAA State… Continue reading
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