Hinsdale South Athletic Club Calls for Athletic Hall of Fame Nominations

Darien, IL - Hinsdale South High School announced that the Hinsdale South Athletic Club (HSAC) is calling for Athletic Hall of Fame Nominations.

The HSAC will accept nominations until May 25 for its inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame Award. The award seeks to recognize former athletes, coaches, teams, staff and supporters of Hornet athletics who made a positive, long-term impact on the school.

A committee will review the nominations and inductees will be announced June 10. The formal presentation will take place on Friday, June 24, at the annual HSAC golf outing dinner. Click here for more information and a nomination form.

Criteria for nominees are as follows:

• Athletes: at least 10 years since graduation, made significant contributions in athletics at HSHS, competed with a high standard of sportsmanship, maintained a high standard of ethics after high school and achieved success in their sport or other area after graduation.
• Team: at least 10 years after the completion of its season of sport, achieved great success during its season, demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship, and brought honor to HSHS.
• Coaches: retired for at least five years, had a positive impact on student athletes, made a significant contribution to athletic program at HSHS, and maintained high standard of ethics while at HSHS and after retirement.
• Staff Member or Supporter: at least five years of service/support to HSHS athletics, whose service and dedication advanced the maturation of Hornet athletic programs or improved playing experience/atmosphere of athletics at HSHS.

Process:

• Selection committee will consist of: HSHS Principal, Athletic Director and 3 members of the Hinsdale South Athletic Club;
• Nominations will remain active and on file for five years unless nominee requests otherwise;
• Nominees will be approved with a majority vote from committee.

Submitted by Hinsdale Township High School District 86.