Attendees watch a video during the Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in the Beaux Arts Ballroom. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)

By BSU Alumni & Foundation

Published 10:49 a.m. on Sept. 5, 2024

Registration for the 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame is now open, offering you the chance to join Bemidji State University’s celebration of athletic achievement!

The ceremony will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 in the Beaux Arts Ballroom.

This year, BSU will induct seven individuals into its Athletic Hall of Fame, including five former student-athletes, one alumni coach, and one honorary supporter. Among the inductees are Paul Dashkewytch (men’s golf), John Gronski (football), Peggy Hammel-Moran (volleyball/women’s basketball), and Eugene “Corky” Hanson (wrestling). Donnette Swanson (women’s basketball/softball/women’s golf) will be celebrated as BSU’s first-ever Legacy inductee, an honor recognizing athletes who excelled in an era with incomplete records. John Bianchi (baseball) will receive the Alumni Coaching Achievement Award, and Doug Leif will be inducted as the John S. Glas Honorary Letter Winner.

Established in 1978, the BSU Athletic Hall of Fame now includes 209 individuals, honoring those who have brought acclaim to the university through their athletic accomplishments.

To read more about this year's inductees and to register for the banquet, click the button below.

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