The Board of Governors of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum established the State Chapter program in 1993. The purpose is to recognize and honor those coaches, officials and contributors who represent the best qualities, characteristics and attributes wrestling has to offer and who share those qualities, characteristics and attributes with young women and men, day-in and day-out in the wrestling room and in life.
Kentucky Chapter
Official State Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame
Latest High School Excellence Award Winners
NOMINATIONS
Lifetime Service To Wrestling
Given in recognition of at least 20-years of dedication to the development of leadership and citizenship in the youth through the sport of wrestling.
Outstanding American
Given to former wrestlers who are highly successful and use the disciplines learned in wrestling in their profession.
Medal of Courage
Is presented to a wrestler or former wrestler who has overcome what appear to be insurmountable challenges.
Email: kychapter@nwhof.org
KENTUCKY CHAPTER BOARD
Jim Shaw, Vice President
Andrew Dennison, President
Spencer Adams, Secretary
Mike Ford, Treasurer
Contact via email: kychapter@nwhof.org
2026 KENTUCKY CHAPTER CEREMONY
Come celebrate with us as recognize individuals who have made a tremendous impact on Kentucky wrestling!
May 30, 2026
SCHEDULE:
5:30 Social
6:30 Dinner followed by ceremony
LOCATION:
Bardstown Country Club at Maywood
130 Maywood Ave
Bardstown, KY 40004
LIFETIME SERVICE TO WRESTLING HONOREES
Toska Adams
Tim Ruschell
Robert Ervin
James Shaw Jr
Our Mission: Preserve wrestling history, recognize extraordinary achievement and inspire greatness
Our Vision: Be the definitive steward and champion of wrestling history and achievement
Our Values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration and Service