Paris Greyhound Hall of Fame | 2025

Nomination Process and Criteria for Induction

I.  MISSION

The Paris Greyhound Hall of Fame has set forth the mission to acknowledge the outstanding achievements and contributions of distinguished individuals who have significantly elevated our community school through Greyhound Athletics.

II.  NOMINATION PROCESS

Eligibility to Nominate

• Nominations may be submitted by any member of the general public (not limited to alumni, current or former coaches, faculty, school staff, or community members)

• Self-nominations are not permitted.

Nomination Submission

• Nominations must be submitted via an official Greyhound Hall of Fame issued form (available online or in paper format).

• Forms must be fully completed and include:

·  Nominee’s full name and contact information.

·  A detailed explanation of their contributions, achievements, and impact.

**Supporting materials if beneficial (e.g., newspaper clippings, photos, letters of support).

Submission Deadlines

• • • • • Nominations will be accepted annually from May 15th to July 10th.

        • Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Selection Committee

• A committee comprised of current Hall of Fame Inductees, school administrators, coaches, alumni, and community representatives will review nominations.

• The committee will meet annually to select inductees.

• Board of Directors will have final approval to ensure Quality Assurance of Hall of Fame.

Notification of Inductees

• • • • • Selected Inductees will be notified no less than 30 days prior to Banquet and Induction Ceremony.

III. NOMINATION CRITERIA

Athlete Category

• • • • • Must have graduated from Paris High School at least 10 years prior to the nominations.

        • Achievements include:

·  Individual or Team Records

·  Recognition at regional, state, or national levels (e.g., MVPs, All-State).

·  Continued involvement in athletics beyond high school (e.g., college or professional sports).

• • • • • Must exhibit exemplary sportsmanship, character, and leadership.

Coach Category

• Minimum of 5 years coaching at Paris High School prior to the nominations

• Achievements include:

·  Significant contributions to Team success (e.g. championship, records)

·  Positive influence on athletes’ development on and off the field/court

·  Continued involvement in athletics beyond high school is a plus (e.g., college or professional sports).

• • • • • Must exhibit exemplary sportsmanship, character, and leadership.

Contributor Category

• • • • • Individuals who have significantly supported the school’s athletic program.

        • Contributions may include financial support, volunteerism, or advocacy.

IV. INDUCTION GUIDELINES

Annual Induction Requirement

• • • • • Minimum of 80% of Selection Committee has to approve nominees for Induction to maintain exclusivity

Induction Ceremony

• • • • • Hall of Fame Induction will be part of an annual celebration, such as a banquet or halftime of a major sporting event.

        • Inductees will receive plaques or awards, and their names will be added to a permanent display at the school (if established in future)

Posthumous Recognition

• • • • • Deceased nominees are eligible and will be represented by family or a designated individual at the ceremony.

Legacy Era Committee Selections

• • • • • Individuals are selected at the recommendation of Legacy Era Committee based on their primary contributions and achievements to athletics at least 50 years prior to their current nomination year.

        • Their inclusion helps ensure that athletes, coaches, and contributors whose significant achievements occurred over 50 years ago are given fair consideration for induction, recognizing their foundational impact on the school's athletic legacy thus helps preserve and promote the rich, often under-recognized history of early athletics in the school.

V. APPEAL AND RECONSIDERATION

• • • • Nominations not selected for induction will remain active for up to three (3) years.

      • After this period, a new nomination form must be submitted for reconsideration.