Overview
The Hall of Fame was organized by the ESF Alumni Association and Athletic Department in 2019. ESF Hall of Fame Selection Committee membership provides a broad representation of the University's alumni and involves the administration, faculty, and athletic department.
Purpose
The purpose of the ESF Hall of Fame is to honor former students, coaches, administrators, faculty, staff and ESF community members who excelled in ESF athletics by recognizing the contribution of those persons who have brought distinction, honor, and excellence to ESF athletics and to familiarize the entire campus community and alumni with ESF’s rich athletic history.
Hall of Fame Requirements
Student Athletes
- An athlete must have actively participated in at least 2 seasons in 1 sport OR 1 season in 2 sports.
- Student athletes must have attended ESF a minimum of two years.
- The athlete will not be considered until 3 years after the class in which the nominee entered graduates.
- To be nominated for the 2023 Athletic Hall of Fame induction, an athelte must have graduated in 2019 or earlier.
Coaches Administrators and Special Supporters
- Conducted themselves in a fashion as to bring credit to ESF. Longevity and duration of service years will be a prominent factor.
Criteria For All Nominees:
- The nominee must have departed ESF in good standing.
- Candidates and their respective application must be reviewed by all members of the selection committee.
- Nominated candidates who are unsuccessful in their first year, will have their credentials automatically reviewed for 3 subsequent years.
- The nominees should be present at the induction ceremonies in order to be inducted. If a person is voted in but unable to attend the ceremonies, that person will be contacted in the years to follow until they are able to attend.
- Team nomination can be made and must have clearly demonstrated outstanding and exemplary level of high achievement in their sport in 2019 or earlier.
- There is no limit to the number of times an individual may be considered. In exceptional cases, the above requirements may be waived by a unanimous vote of the committee.
Basic Selection Criteria
- Achievement in athletic competion as demostrated by post season honors, team captaincy, record-setting performances, and/or being the outstanding performer on a team(s).
- General contributions to society as evidenced by leadership in community, professional, and/or personal affairs.
Important Nomination Information
The ESF Athletic Hall of Fame Committee uses only your nomination information to make decisions about a nominee's inclusion into the ESF Athletic Hall of Fame. The more detailed and in-depth information you provide in the nomination form, the better the Committee can assess the nominee. You can nominate yourself and/or you may wish to contact the nominee for awards, statistics or other relevant information for the Committee's review. The Committee appreciates your time and effort of your nomination.