State Chapters
Purpose of the State Chapters
The Board of Governors of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum established the State Chapter program in 1993.
The purpose is to pay tribute to those coaches, officials and contributors who represent the best qualities of what the sport of wrestling has to offer and who share those characteristics with young people day in and day out.
Nomination Information
Lifetime Service To Wrestling
Given in recognition of 20 years or more 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 in other walks of life and use the disciplines learned in wrestling in their profession.
Medal of Courage
A former wrestler who has overcome what appear to be insurmountable challenges, which may be physical, mental or other disabilities that make their achievements all the more uplifting.
State Chapter Director
Krista Graff
State Chapter Office
405 West Hall of Fame Avenue
Stillwater, OK 74075
Phone: (405) 742-4470
Email: kgraff@nwhof.org
Latest State Chapter News
Honor These Legends August 28-29
Alabama Chapter Recognizes HSEA Winners
The Alabama Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame recognized Mackenzie Schultz and Bradley Williams, the Alabama winners of the Hall of Fame's Tricia Saunders and Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award, at its induction ceremony.
2026 Alabama Chapter Induction Ceremony
The Alabama Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame officially honored its Class of 2026 on May 3.
Alabama Chapter Class of 2026
(Left to Right): Jack Stallings, Hasaan Hawthorne, Gary Averett, Eddie Crocker, Jeff Mann, April Baxter (representing late husband Doug Baxter), Shawn Weltzin and Scott Peavey.
Our Mission: Preserve wrestling history, recognize extraordinary achievement and inspire greatness
Our Vision: Be the definitive steward and champion of wrestling history and achievement
Our Values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration and Service