Shepherd University Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form
Eligibility Information
Former Student-Athletes
Must be a Shepherd graduate (may be waived by HOF committee in special cases); there must be a ten-year lapse since the candidate last participated in athletics at Shepherd; athletic achievements are of prime importance; but accomplishments after leaving Shepherd will also be considered; former athletes servinon on the HOF committee may not be considered for induction.
Coaches
Must be a three-year lapse since the candidate last coached at Shepherd; consideration for selectiom includes recognition as a leader, length and quality of coaching period, program growth, and achievement of the individual after leaving Shepherd; coach, while serving on the HOF committee may not be considered for induction. Current coaches, who have been at Shepherd for 15 years or more are eligible for nomination.
Others
Other non student-athletes/coaches may be considered based on exceptional contributions to the athletic program.
Posthumous
Deceased candidates shall be given equal consideration (waiting period may be waived).
Nominee Information
Category (Circle one) Athlete Coach Contributor
Full Name (w/ middle initial):_______________________________________
Current address:__________________________________________________
Home Phone: _____________________Work phone:______________________
Present employment:______________________________________________
If retired, date of retirement:_______________________________________
If deceased, date of death:_________________________________
Name of spouse (or closest living relative with address and phone number)
______________________________________________________________
Schools attended
High school/Year graduated
______________________________________________________
College/Year graduated/Degree/area of study
______________________________________________________
Postgraduate/Year graduated
______________________________________________________
Athletic participation at Shepherd (Give as many details as possible. Use additional sheets if necessary):
Honors received (give complete details of college and postgraduate honors, awards, and special recognition):
Professional affiliations and achievements (please provide details and/or explanations):
Individual submitting nomination:____________________________________
Home phone:______________________ Work Phone:_____________________
Street address:__________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:__________________________________________________
Signature:________________________________Date:___________________
All information must be completed with a minimum of three and a maximum of five supporting letters of recommendation (one page typewritten) on or before May 1, 2008. Return all information to Chip Ransom, Sports Information Director, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV 25443. For additional information please call the Shepherd Sports Information Office: 304/876-5228.