NOMINATIONS

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.

Submit nominations to:
Any current board member
OR email cochapter@nwhof.org

OTHER AWARD NOMINATIONS

Youth Coach of the Year
NWHOF Outstanding Youth Coach – Wrestler

COLORADO CHAPTER BOARD

Phil Grasmick-President

Brian Velarde-Vice President

Elena Nunez - Secretary

Steve Valdez - Treasurer

Lenny Bachicha

Lori Medina

Ryun Mendoza

Bob Smith

CHAPTER EMAIL: cochapter@nwhof.org

COLORADO CHAPTER EVENTS

National Wrestling Hall of Fame

Colorado Chapter

2025 Inductions

REGISTER HERE

Five amazing individuals will be inducted May 10, 2025, 

by the Colorado Chapter of the 

National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum. 

Matt Brickell, Jim Crider, Dan Daly, Jim Hanson, 

and Brian Velarde will be honored with the 

Lifetime Service to Wrestling at the induction ceremony.

We will also be honoring Adeline Gray as our Outstanding American.

May 10, 2025
4:00 PM

Location:
Colorado Springs Marriott
5580 Tech Center Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80919