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Salisbury Today
By the People, for the People
Salisbury-Rowan Hall of Fame Committee to Start Work on New Class
Nominations now open for athletes, coaches, and contributors to Rowan County sports
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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The Salisbury-Rowan Hall of Fame committee will soon begin the process of selecting the Class of 2026 inductees. Nominations are now being accepted for athletes, coaches, and other contributors to Rowan County sports history. The Hall of Fame was created in 2001 to honor exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to sports in the local area.
Why it matters
The Salisbury-Rowan Hall of Fame plays an important role in preserving and celebrating the rich sports history of Rowan County. By honoring the achievements of local athletes, coaches, and other sports figures, the Hall of Fame helps to inspire the next generation and recognize the lasting impact of sports on the community.
The details
To be considered for induction, candidates must be nominated using the form available on the Salisbury Parks and Recreation website. Nominations should include contact information, honors and achievements, and relevant statistics. The committee will review nominations and select up to five new inductees each year, as well as two 'senior' or 'veteran' candidates whose careers were 50 or more years ago. The committee is also accepting nominations for special teams and two additional awards - the Horace Billings Lifetime Achievement Award and the Fred Evans Community Service Award.
- The Hall of Fame committee will start work on the Class of 2026 in early spring.
- The nomination form is available now on the Salisbury Parks and Recreation website.
The players
Salisbury-Rowan Hall of Fame
An organization created in 2001 to honor individuals, living or deceased, who are native to or have worked or performed in Rowan County and have made significant contributions to sports through their participation, performance, and positive impact on the local, regional, national, or international level.
Salisbury Parks and Recreation
The department that oversees the Salisbury-Rowan Hall of Fame and provides information and resources for the nomination process.
What’s next
The Hall of Fame committee will begin reviewing nominations and selecting the Class of 2026 inductees in the coming months.
The takeaway
The Salisbury-Rowan Hall of Fame provides an important platform to recognize the exceptional athletes, coaches, and contributors who have shaped the rich sports history of Rowan County. By submitting nominations, community members can help ensure that the achievements of local sports heroes are preserved and celebrated for generations to come.
