REGISTER NOW! 2026 Downstate New York Induction Ceremony & Dinner
2026 National Wrestling Hall of Fame INDUCTION BANQUET
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Registration Information:
to purchase e-ticket for banquet or contact chapter @ dnychapter@nwhof.org
Honoring:
Gary Pesko, Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Carol Roseto , Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Dave Smith , Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Ben Resnick , Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Michael A. Ondich , Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Bill Patton , Lifetime Service to Wrestling
John Laurenzi , Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Elliott Tepper , Outstanding American
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Our Vision: Be the definitive steward and champion of wrestling history and achievement
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