The Virginia Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Class of 2026
It is a high calling to spend a lifetime serving others that requires dedication, time and energy. Help us celebrate the people that answered the call to help develop Virginia's youth through the sport of wrestling.
Our class of 2026 inductees: Steve Castle, Tim Hoden, Greg Jenkins, Tim Pierson, and Mike Stefanko will be honored with the Lifetime Service to Wrestling Award; and Emmitt McHenry will be honored with the Outstanding American Award.
Please help us honor them and join us at the Virginia Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Ceremony on Sat. April 11th, 2026.
Annual Recognition Awards
This year's recipients will be announced soon.
Coach of the Year
Official of the Year
Student-Athletes of the Year
Join Us
Date: April 11th, 2026
Time: Reception: 4:00pm (Heavy hors d'oeuvres and cash bar)
Ceremony: 5:30pm (Desserts served following the ceremony)
Location: The Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center
1000 Virginia Center Parkway
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Tickets: $95 per person
Online: https://nwhofva.ticketspice.com/2026-virginia-chapter-nwhof-ceremony
or
Via Mail: Print and mail the form at this link:
https://bit.ly/VA-NWHOFRegistration
to Nancy Perry by April 1st, 2026
PO Box 428, Cape Charles, VA 23310
Make checks payable to VA-NWHOF
Rooms: A room block is being held until March 28th. The rate is $139 plus taxes.
Use this link to reserve your room:
https://group.tapestrycollection.com/pdl6ug
