Oregon Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2023 Class of Inductees
July 27, The Oregon Sports Hall of Fame & Museum has announced its 2023 class of inductees. According to Mike Rose, induction ceremony chairman, the Hall of Fame will induct eight new members to join over 400 prior inductees. The presentations will be made at the Doubletree, Lloyd Center, Tuesday, October 3.
This year’s class includes Rick Adelman, Coaching, Mike Riley, Coaching, Portland Mavericks Baseball, Teams, LaMichael James, Football, Mike Clopton, Coaching, Sherry Sevall, Multi-sport, Dale Scott, Officiating, and Lara Tennant, Golf.
In addition, the Schonely Award will go to Larry Sellers, Portland State SID, marking only the second time this prestigious trophy has been awarded since its inception in 2016. It honors an individual who has significantly impacted sport in Oregon, while at the same time generously giving back to the Oregon community. The trophy has been updated to include Bill’s NBA Hall of Fame ring, and his 1977 TrailBlazer’s championship ring.
For the second year in a row, veteran sports journalist Dwight Jaynes will handle emcee duties.
Each year the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame helps preserve Oregon’s rich sports heritage through its recognition of outstanding Oregon athletes and special contributors to sport.
In addition, Oregon Sports Hall of Fame college scholarships will be awarded to Oregon scholar-athletes, made possible by contributions from the MacTarnahan Family Trust. Six student-athletes will be awarded $3000 scholarships to be used for continuing their education at Oregon colleges and universities.
The event will be held this year at the Doubletree by Hilton, Lloyd Center, with a cocktail reception starting at 5:30 PM, followed by dinner and program at 7 PM. Guests may take advantage of free parking, across the driveway from the banquet entrance. As noted, Dwight Jaynes will emcee the ceremony. Tickets are $125 per person; tables of 10 are $1200. Please call the Hall of Fame at 503/227-7466, email info@oregonsportshall.org, or click www.oregonsportshall.org for additional information and ticket orders.
The Oregon Sports Hall of Fame recognizes and honors Oregon’s rich athletic history with our museum and annual induction and awards ceremony. The Hall of Fame’s goal is to inspire participation in sport and foster awareness of the values and life-long rewards gained from this participation.
Contact: Mike Rose, induction ceremony chairman
503/244-1811
michaelwrose@comcast.net
Inductee and Scholarship Winner Bios and Photos
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Contact: Mike Rose, induction ceremony chairman
503/244-1811
michaelwrose@comcast.net