Sports Hall of Fame Inductee Nomination Form

The Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame recognizes and honours the athletes, teams, officials, builders, community sport ambassador who achieved a high level of success and have made significant contributions to sport in Richmond Hill.

Criteria for Nomination:

1. All Nominees must have a direct connection to Richmond Hill by at least one the following qualifications:
   1. Was born in Richmond Hill; or
   2. Was raised or spent their formative years in Richmond Hill; or
   3. Achieved their athletic prominence in Richmond Hill; or
   4. Made their contributions to athletics and sports in Richmond Hill
2. ATHLETES are competitors in amateur or professional sport whose exceptional achievement(s) warrant special recognition.
   
   1. Athletes shall be considered based on level of competition (local, provincial, national or international),
   2. the records set,
   3. the number and significance of awards won,
   4. the skill and ability levels and the standards achieved.
   5. An athlete must have concluded their career in the sport, or at the level for which they are being nominated for a minimum of two (2) years.
3. OFFICIALS are an integral part of competitive sport and include referees, linespeople, judges, scorers, etc. The officials are responsible for keeping the game organized while enforcing and clarifying the rules of the game.
   This is a new category for the Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame. The intent is to recognize officials who compete or have completed significant training to officiate at a high level of competition. The nomination should include information on how the sport promotes and awards officials the honour to officiate at the highest levels of competition.
   In hockey, for example, officials contend as athletes in competition. The officials are judged and the winning officials are granted the honour of officiating the championship games.
   1. Officials shall be considered based on the level of competition (provincial, national international or professional)
   2. Their skill and ability levels and the standards achieved
   3. The official must have concluded their career in the sport, or at the level for which they are being nominated for a minimum of two(2) years.
4. TEAMS shall be considered on the merits of the team as a whole.
5. BUILDERS include financial supporters, administrators, trainers, coaches, journalists, etc. – whose contribution to sport over an extended period of time has been significant to sport in Richmond Hill. Builder’s nominations shall be eligible at any time as the person may still be active in the role(s) for which they are being nominated.
6. The nomination must be supported by documented evidence of the Nominee’s achievement(s) of excellence in sport or contribution to sport. This includes two (2) letters of reference and any documents to verify the nomination.
7. Community Sport Ambassor The Community Sport Ambassador award recognizes those who have made a significant impact on the sports community in Richmond Hill. This award will celebrate leaders within the community who may otherwise not be recognized, and to acknowledge their stories and efforts that may otherwise go unnoticed.
   This award will be presented to community members:
   Whose passion for sport extends beyond the game
   Those who use their time and efforts as tool to better their community or raise awareness of other causes
   Those who affect and influence the sport community through volunteerism or charity
   Whose unwavering spirit serves to inspire others across the amateur sport community and beyond
   Those whose pursuits and accomplishments have broken barriers, promoted inclusion or encouraged people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to participate

All nominees must have a direct connection to Richmond Hill; or Was raised or spent their formative years in Richmond Hill; or Made their contributions to the Richmond Hill sports community.

Nomination Process

Nominators must submit:

1. Nomination Form
2. Biography including:
   1. A brief outline of the nominees career as an athlete, team, official or builder
   2. Information on the nominees leadership skills, character and contributions to sport in the community
   3. A list of achievements of the nominee, in chronological order.
3. Two letters of reference for each nomination
4. High resolution digital headshot of the nominee
5. Please attach copies of articles, photographs, awards, testimonials, etc., concerning the nominee that will support their accomplishments and contributions

Nominees cannot self-nominate.

Nomination forms must be complete. Incomplete forms will not be accepted.

The deadline for the Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame nomination is Friday July 31, 2026 at 4 p.m.

Selection Process

All Nominations will be reviewed and evaluated by the RHSHF Selection Committee. Final approval is required by the RHSHF Committee. Nominators and nominees will be notified of the decision of the RHSHF Committee.