Nominations are now being accepted for members of the Connecticut wrestling community for induction into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. The Connecticut Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame will hold an induction dinner next spring to honor outstanding athletes, coaches and contributors to the sport of wrestling from Connecticut.

The men and women who will be honored will include those who have demonstrated a lifetime service to the sport (coaches, officials, contributors), former wrestlers who have distinguished themselves in the community and their chosen profession and individuals who have exhibited courage in the face of adversity. Connecticut has 23 inductees in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Nominations for the 2010 induction banquet must be received by June 30. Any applications received after that date will be considered for future induction events. You can download an nomination form and learn more about the Connecticut Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame by going to its Web site at http://ctwrestling7.homestead.com/HallofFame.html

Any person may nominate an individual for induction into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame by the Connecticut Chapter. For any questions regarding nominations and submission of information, please contact Brian Manzi, Vice President, Nominations, 26 Jeffrey Lane, Berlin, Conn., 06037 or by e-mail at bmanzi@bbthreaded.com.