The Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame celebrates the athletes, coaches, and builders whose accomplishments have made them a part of history in the Central Okanagan. Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland, and Lake Country have produced some exciting competitions and outstanding athletes. The Inductees inspire us to strive for excellence in sports – and in whatever our calling might be.
Hours
| Monday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday | 11:00am – 5:00pm |
Special Hours
| March 21, 22, 28 & 29 | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday, April 7 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
| Sunday, April 9 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
| Monday, April 10 | 11:00am – 4:00pm |
ADMISSION
Admission is by donation.
Suggested donation $10 per person/$25 per family
The Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame is located inside the Okanagan Heritage Museum. Learn more about Kelowna Museum’s flagship museum and visit us today!
Hall of Fame Inductees
Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame
2022 Induction Celebration
Join us for the Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame 2022 Induction Celebration!
Meet this year’s class of inductees: Phil Ellis, Rob Friend, Kelowna Major Men’s Fastball, and Jack May. Be inspired by their incredible stories of achievement and service, and honour their commitment to sports in the Central Okanagan.
- Thursday, November 10
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
- Coast Capri Hotel
- Tickets are $100 each
- Advance tickets are required. Tickets will NOT be available at the door.
- To purchase your tickets, visit the Okanagan Heritage Museum or
contact Maria Garcia at 250-763-2417 ext. 31 or mgarcia@kelownamuseums.ca
If you have questions, please contact:
Patrick Kennedy
Hall of Fame Manager
250-215-7986
patkennedy@shaw.ca
2008
1958 Kelowna Packers
2009
Joanne Ritchie
Rick Folk Curling Team
Jack Brow
Athans Family
2010
Jay Christensen
Don Arnold
Teddy Bears Basketball Team
Mervyn Andrews
Henry Tostenson
2011
Lawrence Nagy
Eric Tasker
Joan Campbell
Dan Bertoia and Aundrea Bertoia
2012
Alex Recsky
Dr. Barry Urness
1988 Okanagan Sun Junior Football Team
Glenn Ennis
Erminia Russo
2013
Blair Chapman
Wayne North
Brock Aynsley
Julie Sutton Jr. Women’s Curling Team
2014
Gillian Thomson
Glen Mervyn
Mike & Brenda Van Tighem
2004 Kelowna Rockets Hockey Team
2015
Christie Van Hees
Sarah Charles
Rod Belinski
Wayne Hicks
John & Jennifer Hindle
2016
2007 Kelly Scott Curling Team
Blair Horn
Ron Rubadeau
Conny Stamhuis
Bob Giordano
2017
Conrad Leinemann
Chris Taneda
Garrett Hickling
Malindi Elmore
Kelowna Buckaroos Organisation
2018
Allan Simpson
Chad Folk
Tracey Melesko
Rob Dirk
Hugh Wong
Heather Mandoli Alschuler
2019
Kelsey Serwa
Robyn Buna
Tanya Jones
Duncan McNaughton
Daphne Richard
Roger LaFontaine
2020
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we took a time-out from inducting folks in 2020.
2021
Kelowna Spartans 1993 Hockey Team
Scott Frandsen
Dorothy (Schwaiger) Jantzen
Edward Allan Horning
Sharon Leveque
Rolli Cacchioni
The Induction Process
The Sports Legacy Committee accepts nominations from the community in the categories of Athlete, Team, and Builder. Applications are screened and juried by the Selection Committee, who consider levels of participation, accomplishment, and contributions in each of the nomination categories.
Every year, successful inductees are recognized at an inspiring induction gala. If you know someone whom you would like to nominate for induction into the Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame, please download the Criteria and Nomination forms. Mail them in, or drop them off at:
Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame Nominations Committee
c/o Okanagan Heritage Museum
470 Queensway Avenue
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 6S7