WELCOME TO THE
1st Annual Illinois Sports Hall of Fame Inaugural Induction Banquet June 13th,14th 2025 at the Bank of Springfield Convention Center
CLASS OF
Bank of Springfield
Convention Center
Springfield, IL
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Bank of Springfield Convention Center
Speakers for "An Evening with the Illinois Sports Legends"
Dan Hampton - '85 Bears
Ken Anderson - Former Quarterback for The Cincinnati Bengals
Katrina Adams - Former President of the USTA
Terry Cummings - Former NBA and DePaul Star
Deon Thomas - Former U of I and Pro Basketball Player
Denny McLain - Last 30 Game Winner in MLB Detroit Tigers
Kenny Battle - Former U of Illinois and NBA Player
Curly "Boo" Johnson - Former Harlem Globe Trotter
Eva Jones Young - Former 3 Time World Boxing Champion
Carl Nicks - Former NBA Player and Teammate of Larry Bird
Tom Lenz - Youth Travel Baseball Innovator
ABOUT THE HALL
The Illinois Sports Hall of Fame was established to honor and celebrate the rich heritage of interscholastic, collegiate, and professional sports within the state. By recognizing the achievements of athletes and teams, we aim to preserve the legacy of Illinois sports and inspire future generations. Join us in promoting the spirit of competition and excellence that defines our state's athletic history.