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
Florida Wrestling Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2025 Inductees
The Florida Wrestling Hall of Fame has announced that its Class of 2025 is Joe Cozart, Earl Hall Jr, Brandon Hatchett, Russ Schenk, Mike Schyck, Mark Free, Jonathan Taylor and Dustin DeNunzio.
2025 Massachusetts Hall of Fame Banquet
Come join the Massachusetts Chapter and the wrestling community as we celebrate the Class of 2023 on Saturday, April 5th at 6:00 PM in the Four Points by Sheraton Norwood Hotel!!
The Next Level Scholarship is Back
For the sixth year, the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Florida Chapter is offering a scholarship opportunity to boys and girls Florida wrestlers.
The $1000 scholarship opportunity is available to any qualified athlete who will continue their wrestling career at the collegiate level.
A Coach In Wrestling and Life: Southwest Florida Wrestling Legend Kris Hayward Passes Away
Kris Hayward, who received the Lifetime Service to Wrestling award from the Florida Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2016, passed away on January 8 after battling health issues in recent years.
Our Mission: To honor the sport of wrestling by preserving its history, recognizing extraordinary individual achievements, and inspiring future generations