NSB Donates $1,000 to Maine Sports Hall of Fame
PORTLAND—Since 1972, the Maine Sports Hall of Fame has honored and memorialized the outstanding athletes and contributors who have brought distinction and honor to Maine while also bestowing awards and scholarships to the Maine high school athletes of today.
This year’s induction ceremony is set for Sunday, September 15, at 2 p.m. at the Merrill Auditorium in Portland and will honor the inductees of both the Classes of 2023 and 2024:
2023
Susan Elias (Cycling); Bob Hillgrove (Running); Biz Houghton (Basketball); David Hughes (Sailing); Ben McCrillis (Wrestling); Kim Moody (Running); Howard Paradis (Skiing); Gabby Price (Football); Will Sanborn (Baseball); and Mike Siviski (Football)
2024
Dave Halligan (Basketball/Soccer); Anna McDougal (Special Olympian); Derek Vogel (Basketball); and Kissy Walker (Basketball)
Scholar-athletes from Maine high schools will also be recognized as part of the event for their scholastic aptitude, athletic performance, and leadership qualities. Norway Savings Bank has been happy to support the Maine Sports Hall of Fame for years, including a $1,000 donation ahead of the 2024 induction ceremony.
“We’re proud to be able to celebrate the amazing and diverse inductees that represent good sportsmanship, the importance of teamwork, and outstanding athletic ability,” said Dan Walsh, President and CEO of Norway Savings Bank. “Their commitment and perseverance command respect, and the Maine Sports Hall of Fame has done an outstanding job of putting them in the deserved spotlight.”
“As a proud native of Cape Elizabeth, I’m honored to be a part of the Maine Sports Hall of Fame and continue this wonderful tradition of honoring the spectacular Maine athletes, coaches, and supporters who have personified the great determination and success that is part of the fabric of our state,” said Doug Friedman, Executive Director of the Maine Sports Hall of Fame who starred in hockey at Boston University and played in the NHL. “We’re thankful to Norway Savings Bank and all of our individual and corporate donors who offer assistance in ensuring these accomplishments are preserved for generations.
To learn more about this year’s induction ceremony, which will be broadcast on tape delay by Maine Public, visit www.mshof.com/induction/ceremony.
To check out the biographies of the nearly 400 inductees from throughout the years, head to www.mshof.com/bios.
To discover ways in which you can offer support to the Maine Sports Hall of Fame, go to www.mshof.com/donation.