Frequently Asked Questions from Candidates
As a potential inductee to the Delaware County Hall of Fame, the following information may help you as you apply for consideration.
The Delaware County Hall of Fame is unique in the fact that it seeks to honor men and women of sport long after the roar of the crowd becomes silent. Delaware County has a rich tradition in athletics and our organization seeks to honor those candidates who have distinguished themselves.
Process:
Once your name has been submitted to a board member, candidates are forwarded the enclosed information and asked to complete and return an application, resume and picture. It is extremely important that your resume be a narrative personal and factual description of your significant accomplishments in the area of athletics. Once all of your information is received, your name will be added the ballot for the coming year. The board will make final selections in early February and those candidates will be notified in March so that plans can be made to attend the induction banquet in early May. All candidates who are not selected for induction will remain on the ballot for up to 10 years unless selected for induction. Resumes and pictures will be kept on file.
Picture:
The picture is very important because each candidate who is selected for induction will appear in an article in The Star Press a week or two preceding the induction banquet.
Financial Consideration:
The hall of fame has no recurring source of income; no dues or fees. Our goal is to make the induction banquet as self-supporting as possible. The price of the meal pays for the major expenses of the banquet. Everyone except the new inductees are expected to pay for their meals. We feel the meal is modestly priced and appropriate for the occasion. We encourage you to invite family, relatives and friends who would like to share in your recognition should you be elected.
We have obtained tax deductible status and receive contributions from our membership, memorials, gifts and grants from private and corporate bodies who are interested in seeing our endeavors continue.
Attire:
We are very proud of our banquet, and in your behalf we want to make it as memorable an evening as possible. Most men wear suits or sport coats and women wear dresses.
Induction Process at the Banquet:
Prior to the evening meal, all members of the new induction class will be asked to report to the front of the banquet facility to be introduced as a class. After the meal, the formal induction takes place where you will be asked to come forward individually to receive your plaque and say a few brief words, if you wish.
If you have any further questions, you may contact Mike Bush, Secretary at (317) 286-1640.
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