About the Hall of Fame

In recognition of the many individual contributions to athletics, the Tacoma Athletic Commission established the State of Washington Sports Hall of Fame in the early 1960's. Commissioned by then-governor Albert Rosellini, the shrine was originated by Clay Huntington, longtime Northwest sportscaster and radio station owner.

Clay Huntington & Governor Albert Rosellini

Sports Hall of Fame members are recognized for their outstanding sports accomplishments and contributions that have brought national acclaim to themselves and to the State of Washington. A distinguished panel nominates a number of candidates annually who in turn are voted to

the shrine by top sportswriters and sportscasters from throughout the state. To qualify for membership, a nominee must be at least five years in retirement from the sport involved.

marc@tacomaathletic.com

In Memory of Clay Huntington

April 21, 1922 - June 1, 2011

Founder - State of Washington Sports Hall of Fame

Clay at the KLAY 1180 AM Studios

Memorial Tribute Video to Clay Huntington (YouTube)

Hall of Fame Categories

A new category has been added to the Sports Hall of Fame for the 2010 inductees: Mountaineering

Two new categories have been added to the Sports Hall of Fame for the 2008 inductees: Soccer & Officials

Baseball | Basketball | Boat Racing

Bowling | Boxing | Crew | Football

Golf | Handball | Hockey | Horse Racing

Mountaineering | Shooting | Skiing | Soccer   
Swimming | Tennis | Track & Field

Administrators | Coaches | Media | Officials

Complete List Hall of Famers by Year
(updated through 2011)

Archive of Hall of Fame Programs

NEW VIDEO: 2011 Induction at Safeco Field

John Olerud, Edgar Martinez, and Emmett Watson are honored for their outstanding careers. The video is in Windows Media format.

2010 Banquet of Champions (Video)

The banquet, held at the Tacoma Dome on June 3, 2010, honored Dean Nicholson (basketball coach), Lou Whittaker (mountaineering), and Jim Whittaker (mountaineering). The video is in Windows Media format.