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.

New York - Downstate Chapter Board

President, Kevin Murphy

Vice President, Nick Nanos

Treasurer, Matthew Kelly

Secretary, Michael Seckler

Marketing / PR, B.A. Schoen

Development, Rich Appelbaum

Board Members: Doug Axman, Hilary Becker, Brian DeGaetano, Matt Shwom, Chris Messina, Rudy Carastro

Address: DNY Chapter - NWHOF

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Lynbrook, NY 11563

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New York - Downstate Chapter Inductions

The Downstate New York State Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame is honored to announce the distinguished members of the 2024 Class of Inductees into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

This year we take great pride in recognizing the individuals who will be honored on April 13, 2024 at the Melville Marriott, in Melville New York. The individuals who will be receiving the Lifetime Service Award at this occasion are:

Daniel Mayo - Penn State standout and member of Team USA

Peter A. Barros, Sr. - high school coach and wrestling official

Brian DeGaetano - high school coach at Bellmore JFK in Section VIII

Michael Leonard - high school coach at Clarke HS in Section VIII

John Szokoli - high school coach at Harborfields HS in Section XI

Tony Walters - high school coach at St. Anthony's High School

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