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.
Ohio Chapter
Official State Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame
Ohio Chapter Honorees
Latest Ohio Chapter Inductees
Shawn Nelson
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Dan Ternes
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Jim Hewitt
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Louie Stanley
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Dick Roche
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Larry Hoon
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Domenick Iammarino
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
Paul Bukky
Year: 2024
Lifetime Service to Wrestling
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.
OHIO CHAPTER BOARD
Gordie Longshaw
Joel Greenlee
Stephanie Mendelson
Andy DiSabato
Ray Anthony
Steve Kish
Robin Rayfield
ohchapter@nwhof.org
OHIO CHAPTER CEREMONY
October 18, 2026
1:30 Social
2:00 Meal & Ceremony
Villa Milano
1630 Schrock Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
Lifetime Service to Wrestling Honorees:
Terry Armelli
Tim Armelli
Robert Coffland
Ralph Cubberly
Anthony DeCarlo
David DeTec
Steve Fondale
Len Pariano
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