Recent News
Van Phillips Honored by Alabama Sports Officials Hall of Fame
Congratulations to Alabama Chapter honoree Van Phillips on his induction into the Alabama Sports Officials Foundation Hall of Fame.
Tragos/Thesz Pro Weekend Is Ideal Place For Wrestling Fans
Many attendees say that the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame induction weekend has a different and positive “feel” while offering a wide variety of activities and opportunities to interact with wrestling greats, both old and new.
Oklahoma Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame to Induct Seven in October
The Oklahoma Chapter has added a new state award, the Madalene and Lee Roy Smith Family Wrestling Award, that will be presented annually to a family that has had great success in wrestling and brought credit to the sport in the state.
Danbury's Hall of Fame coach Ricky Shook leaves quietly
Hall of Fame coach Ricky Shook of Danbury retired in March after leading the Hatters for 23 seasons.
Longtime Minnesota Chapter Board Member Noel Bailey To Retire
Thank you Noel Bailey for your service to the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Minnesota Chapter.
2023 Inductees are Announced for Pennsylvania Chapter
Make plans to join the Pennsylvania Chapter April 30, 2023, to celebrate the wrestling heritage in our great state.
2021 Peckham Scholarship recipient, Ethan Wilson, Presented Award
On Saturday, July 30th, we were finally able to present Ethan Wilson (Thayer Academy) with his 2021 Peckham Scholarship award in front of many Hall of Famers, respected members of our wrestling community, family and friends.
Yellowblue LED Lighting Improves Dan Gable Museum Visitor Experience
During a $1.5 million renovation, the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum installed $100,000 in new LED lights from Yellowblue LED and now uses approximately 65 percent less energy and emits 70 percent less heat.