Local sporting clubs and associations are encouraged to put forward their nominations for the Wagga Wagga Sporting Hall of Fame, with submissions closing on 31 July.
Council is looking for the next nominations for the Sporting Hall of Fame, which recognises the achievements of local elite sportspeople who have reached the pinnacles of their careers.
Nominations are also being sought for the Local Legend category which recognises our local sporting administrators, coaches, volunteers, or coordinators.
To be eligible for nomination for the Sporting Hall of Fame, the nominee must meet the following criteria:
- They must have been born in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area or have participated in the sport in Wagga Wagga for at least five years
- They have retired from international or the highest level of competition for their particular sport
- Nominations must be supported by a sporting association
Deputy Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Georgie Davies is looking forward to seeing who of our local identities are nominated this year.
"Being a city that has produced many elite sportspeople, we are proud to honour them with a place in our Sporting Hall of Fame," Cr Davies said.
"Year after year we see more representatives of Wagga Wagga reach the pinnacle of their sport, so we are anticipating some worthy nominees in 2025."
Council's Strategic Recreation Officer Kadison Hofert said "the nomination process is quite simple; however, it needs to be submitted by a local, state or national governing body of the nominee's sport.
"If you know of someone who you think should be nominated, reach out to the relevant sporting association and encourage them to make a submission."
Nominations for the 2025 Sporting Hall of Fame inductees close at 5pm on Thursday 31 July 2025.
Visit www.museumriverina.com.au/shof or contact Council's Strategic Recreation team on 1300 292 442.
An inductee ceremony will be held at the Museum of the Riverina in November 2025, where the successful nominees from 2019 will also be inducted: Kate Blackwell and Alex Blackwell (cricket) – Sporting Hall of Fame; and Brian Lawrence (cricket) – Local Legend category.
