The Nevada Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame is dedicated to recognizing individuals who build the sport of wrestling.
Nevada Chapter
Official State Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame
Latest Nevada Chapter Inductees
James L. Porter, MA, LAT, ATC
Year: 2025
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Robert Northridge
Year: 2025
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Russell A. Leet
Year: 2025
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Cyprian F. "Chip" Vespe
Year: 2025
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Roger Schumann
Year: 2025
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Robert Cate
Year: 2025
Outstanding American
Latest High School Excellence Award Winners
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.
Silver State Wrestling Outstanding Family Award
Honors a family whose wrestling legacy continues to contribute and inspire excellence, sportsmanship, and community pride in Nevada wrestling.
NEVADA CHAPTER BOARD
President - Jim Porter
Vice President - Theresa Johnson
Secretary - Becky Jeffries
Treasurer - Tim Jeffries
Eric Beye
Jim Duschen
Jeromy Mumm
Dave Nevin
Bill Rosado
Annie Zucker
Email Chapter:
nvchapter@nwhof.org
Nevada Chapter Non-Board Membership
Membership supports the Nevada Chapter as we recognize the achievements of Nevada youth wrestling, honor those who have gone before to establish our wrestling tradition, and preserve the history of wrestling in Nevada.
Benefits Include:
• 10% Discount on Nevada Chapter-sponsored events (clay shootouts, golf tournaments, coaches clinics)*
• Membership recognition at Nevada Chapter NWHOF events
• NWHOF Nevada Chapter Coin
*Excludes Annual Induction Banquet
Annual Membership is $50. Please contact us at nvchapter@nwhof.org for more information.
SILVER STATE WRESTLING OUTSTANDING FAMILY AWARD
Honors a family whose wrestling legacy continues to contribute and inspire excellence, sportsmanship, and community pride in Nevada wrestling.
Nominations can be emailed to nvchapter@nwhof.org.
2025: Elvira E. Garcia Family
Latest Nevada Chapter News
Inaugural Silver State Wrestling Outstanding Family Award
Elvira E. Garcia Family Receives Inaugural Award
Nevada Chapter 2025 Inductees
Nevada Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Class of 2025
(Front Row): Rob Cate, Jim Porter, Chip Vespe
(Back Row): Bob Northridge, Russ Leet, Roger Schumann
Nevada Chapter Board Member Jerry Wager Passed
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