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
Alabama Chapter Recognizes High School Excellence Award Winners
The Alabama Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame recognized Evelyn Holmes Smith and Yanik Simon, who are the Alabama winners of the Hall of Fame's Tricia Saunders and Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award, at its induction ceremony.
2025 Alabama Chapter Induction Ceremony
The Alabama Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame officially honored its Class of 2025 on May 4.
Alabama Chapter Class of 2025
(Left to Right): Don Korn, Rick Daniel, Ken Nixon, Matt Hicks, Charlie Bruce, Clint McCall and Scott Robertson.
Alabama Chapter Recognized at State Championships
Individuals who have been honored by the Alabama Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame were recognized during the 2025 Alabama High School Athletic Association state wrestling tournament.
Our Mission: To honor the sport of wrestling by preserving its history, recognizing extraordinary individual achievements, and inspiring future generations