Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

Alberta Sports Hall of Fame introduces 2018 inductees

Lloyd Lewis

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6 years ago

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Introducing 2018 Inductees

Tonight, the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame will host the 2018 Induction Banquet in honour of our newest inductees at the Sheraton Red Deer. Athletes, Builders, a Team, and three award winners in the categories of Pioneer, Achievement, and Bell Memorial Award make up the 2018 list of Inductees.

This year 12 Albertan’s have been selected for this prestigious honour. Athletes include winners of Olympic Medals and World Championships, builders, pioneer, and media who have dedicated endless hours to build sport and sport legacies to where they are today.

2018 Inductees:

Doug Barkley
Hockey Athlete/BuilderKeely Brown
Ringette Athlete

Leighann Doan Reimer
Basketball Athlete

Cindy Klassen
Speed Skating Athlete

Theoren Fleury
Hockey Athlete

Phil Allen*
Basketball Builder

Dave King
Hockey Builder

Dr. Lorne Sawula
Volleyball Builder

Calgary Colts 1989 & 1990
Junior Football Team

Stuart Erskine
Achievement Award, Mountaineering

Dianne Finstad
Bell Memorial Award

Robert Davies
Pioneer Award, Basketball

These Albertans have contributed to the continuous growth of their sport and are truly deserving of this honour that will be awarded to them.

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Help Us Preserve Alberta’s Sport History

Published on November 27, 2023

Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

As we approach Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join us in celebrating the spirit of athleticism and honoring the legends who have left an indelible mark on the world of sports. At Alberta’s Sports Hall of Fame, we are dedicated to preserving the rich history of sports, recognizing outstanding sports heroes, and inspiring future generations.

Why Support Our Hall of Fame?

Preserving Sporting Legacy: Our Hall of Fame stands as a testament to the achievements, dedication, and passion of athletes and builders who have shaped the landscape of sports. By supporting us, you contribute to the preservation of their legacy for years to come.
Inspiring Future Champions: Every inductee enshrined in our Hall of Fame serves as a source of inspiration for aspiring individuals. Your generosity helps us develop programs that foster the next generation of champions, instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.
Community Engagement: We believe in the power of sports to bring communities together. With your support, we can organize events, outreach programs, and educational initiatives that promote inclusivity, diversity, and the joy of sports within our community.

How Your Donation Makes a Difference:

$25: Provides resources for the maintenance and preservation of historical artifacts.
$50: Supports educational programs that introduce schoolchildren to the history and importance of sports.
$100: Contributes to the development of interactive exhibits, making the Hall of Fame an engaging experience for visitors.
$250 and above: Enables us to expand our outreach, bringing the magic of sports to underserved communities.

Join Us on Giving Tuesday:
This Giving Tuesday, be a part of something legendary. Your contribution, no matter the size, makes a significant impact on our ability to celebrate, educate, and inspire through the power of sports.Donate today at https://www.albertasportshall.ca/ and help us continue the legacy of greatness in sports.Thank you for being a champion of sports history and the people who have made it unforgettable.

With gratitude,
Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Team

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Alberta Sports Hall of Fame pays tribute to last surviving member of the 1948 Grey Cup Champions

Published on October 11, 2023

Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

THE HALFTIME REPORT –

News from the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

October 2023

Honoured Member Ced Gyles Passes Away
Cedric Gyles, the last surviving member of the 1948 Calgary Stampeders Football Team, passed away at the age of 96.The Calgary Stampeders Football Team went undefeated in the 1948 season, including winning the Grey Cup on one of the most memorable and bizarre plays in football history. The team was inducted in 2000.Click below to read Ced Gyles’ obituary.

Obituary

Lucy Tries Sports at the Hall of Fame
Lisa Bowes, the author of the Lucy Tries Sports series, will be doing a book reading with us on October 24. Not only will kids get to hear about Lucy trying sports, but they will get to try them for themselves! The book reading will be from 2 pm – 3 pm and is $5/person.Lisa Bowes is an author, award-winning journalist, and media consultant who is based in Calgary. Learn more about Lisa and the Lucy Tries Sports series by clicking on the link below.

Lucy Tries Sports

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Honoured Member Profile – David Williams

Achievement Award – Inducted 2009

Dave has worked tirelessly for many years as a builder of sports in Alberta. He was active in Edmonton’s sporting community. He was a founder of the Edmonton Gold Bar Lacrosse Club and the Edmonton St. Mikes Hockey School.

Learn more about Dave by visiting his Honoured Member profile.

Honoured Member Profile

Provincial Sport Organization – Alberta Lacrosse Association

Through innovation and collaboration, the Alberta Lacrosse Association strives to foster partnerships that inspire participation and inclusiveness while honouring the game of lacrosse.

ALA Website

In the Community: Fall Edition

The Hall has attended a couple of different events in Red Deer the past couple of weekends.

We attended the first Premier Sports Card Convention where we showcased a few of the many artifacts in our collection, such as a replica of Honoured Member Grant Fuhr’s goalie mask.

We also attended a Fall Festival where our games definitely attracted the attention of many families.

If you would like us to attend your event, please call 403-341-8614.

Honoured Member Interviews: Lyn Radford

This past summer we received a grant that enabled us to hire a media student. Our student Justin reached out to a few of our Honoured Members and set up interviews, either in person or through Zoom. Lyn Radford was one of the first Honoured Members that Justin interviewed. Today we are sharing her interview with you.

We’re sharing our interview with Honoured Member Lauralyn (Lyn) Radford. Lyn was inducted in 2023 as a Multisport Builder.

Invest in Alberta’s Sport History

The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame needs your support to continue the ongoing preservation of Alberta’s sports history and the development of museum exhibits. We are grateful and appreciative of the generosity of our supporters and friends.

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