Athletic Hall of Fame Committee Announces Class of 2026

Published on October 13, 2026

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West Springfield Athletic Hall of Fame Committee Announces Class of 2026

Induction ceremony to honor Terrier athletes, teams, coaches, and special contributors on November 13

WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — The West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee proudly announces its Class of 2026. The inductees will be honored on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Storrowton Carriage House.

The Athletic Hall of Fame is the highest honor bestowed on Terrier student athletes, teams, coaches, and special contributors. This year’s class recognizes individuals and teams whose achievements, leadership, and service have helped shape the proud tradition of West Springfield athletics.

The Class of 2026 includes:

Athletes

  • Amanda Santos
  • Andrew McNulty
  • Becky Wise
  • Christopher Walker
  • Harold Passerini
  • Jamie Shankle
  • Joseph Ragland
  • Lori Basilone

Teams

  • 1997 Wrestling
  • 2021 Boys Soccer

Coaches

  • Gerry Meyers
  • Kenneth Kindig

Special Contributors

  • Barry Roberts
  • Paul Klorer
  • Steven “Peachy” Valentino

The committee invites families, friends, alumni, former teammates, and community members to join in celebrating the inductees and the lasting legacy of Terrier athletics. The evening provides an opportunity to recognize athletic excellence, honor those who supported generations of student-athletes, and bring the West Springfield community together.

Tickets are $60 per person and may be purchased at Eventbrite.com by searching “West Springfield Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony.” Tickets may also be purchased by mailing a check payable to “Town of West Springfield” to:

Town of West Springfield
26 Central Street, Suite 16
West Springfield, MA 01089

For ticket information or questions about the ceremony, contact Committee Chair Brian Griffin at 413-362-6224 or bgriffin@townofwestspringfield.org.

Celebrate Terrier Pride. Honor Excellence. Preserve the Legacy.

Media Contact:
Brian Griffin, Chair
West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee
413-362-6224
bgriffin@townofwestspringfield.org