Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame facts for kids
Museum entrance
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| Established | 1976 |
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| Location | 801 Shipyard Drive, Wilmington, Delaware, United States, 302.425.3263 |
| Type | Sports Museum |
| Public transit access |  DART First State bus: 12 |
The Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame is a membership-based organization founded in 1976. The organization runs a museum with exhibits at Daniel S. Frawley Stadium on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware and promotes physical fitness in the community.
The museum is a member of the International Sports Heritage Association.
Gallery
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Attached Delaware Sports Museum building
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Blue Rocks home at Frawley Stadium
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Backwall next to museum with I-95 in background.
Hall of Fame
An annual awards banquet is also held to recognize athletes who are either from Delaware or perform within the state. Inductees to the Hall of Fame include:
1970s
| Name | Organization | Location | Sport | Division | Inducted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caras, James "Jimmy" [1] | Pool Halls, US Open | Wilmington | Pool | Hustling, Professional | 1976 |
| Carpenter, Bob | Wilmington Blue Rocks, Philadelphia Phillies, Wilmington Sportsmens Club | Wilmington, Philadelphia | Baseball Owner, Boxing | Interstate League (Minor), Major League, | 1978 |
| Cole, Billy | University of Delaware, William Penn High | Newark, New Castle | Baseball, Football, Coaching | College, High School | 1979 |
| Douglas, Dave | PGA | Delaware | Golf | Professional | 1978 |
| duPont, William, Jr. | Delaware Park Racetrack, Delaware Handicap | Stanton | Thoroughbred Horse Racing | Race Track Designer & Developer | 1979 |
| Grier, Cap | Amateur Trapshooting Association | Delaware | Trap Shooting | Amateur, Winchester Spokesperson | 1979 |
| Jessup, Marion Zinderstein | Metropolitan Women's Singles Championship, U.S. Olympic Team | Delaware, Paris, France | Tennis | Professional, Olympic Games | 1976 |
| Johnson, Judy | Hilldale Club, Homestead Grays, Pittsburgh Crawfords | Darby, Pennsylvania, Homestead, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Baseball | Negro leagues | 1976 |
| Koffenberger, Ed | P.S. du Pont High, Duke University (NCAA All-American), Richmond Barons | Georgetown, Durham, North Carolina, Richmond, Virginia | Basketball | High School, College, Professional | 1977 |
| Marvil, Dallas "Dal" | Northwestern University | Laurel, Evanston, Illinois | Football | College | 1978 |
| McGowan, Bill "Big Shot" | DuPont, American League Major League Baseball | Wilmington | Baseball Umpire | Company Team, Professional | 1977 |
| McMahon, John "Sadie" | Philadelphia Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, Brooklyn Bridegrooms | Wilmington, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Brooklyn, New York | Baseball | Professional | 1979 |
| Michaels, Eddie "Whitey" | Villanova University, Chicago Bears, Washington Redskins, Philadelphia-Pittsburgh Steagles, Philadelphia Eagles | Radnor, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Pittsburgh, Philadelphia | Football | College, Professional | 1976 |
| Miller, Creighton | A.I. du Pont High School, University of Notre Dame, National Football League Players Association | Notre Dame, Indiana | Football | College, Labor Union | 1976 |
| Montero, Dominic "Dim" | Salesianum School | Wilmington | Football Coaching | High School | 1978 |
| Naylor, Millard A. | Howard High, University of Delaware, Millard A. Naylor Youth Football League | Wilmington, Newark | Football, Coaching | High School, University, Municipal | 1979 |
| Nelson, David "Dave" M. | University of Michigan, University of Delaware, NCAA | Ann Arbor, Michigan, Newark | Football, Coaching, Rulemaking | College | 1978 |
| Newlin, Frank | City of Wilmington Department of Parks and Recreation Director, DelMarVa Relays Founder | Wilmington | Track | Municipal | 1977 |
| Oliver, Ed "Porky" | PGA | Wilmington | Golf | Professional | 1976 |
| Sawin, Nancy Churchman | Sanford School, Senior Olympics | Hockessin | Lacrosse, Field Hockey | High School, Recreational | 1977 |
| Schollenberger, George | Laurel High | Laurel | Football Coaching | High School | 1979 |
| Short, Chris | Philadelphia Phillies, Milwaukee Brewers | Milford, Philadelphia, Milwaukee | Baseball | Professional | 1979 |
| Tribuani, Al [2] | T & C Athletic Association, Golden Gloves, National Boxing Association | Wilmington, Delaware, Monterey, California | Welterweight, Middleweight Boxing | Amateur & Professional | 1977 |
| Waller, Ron | Laurel High, University of Maryland, Los Angeles Rams, Los Angeles Chargers, San Diego Chargers | Laurel, College Park, Maryland, Los Angeles, San Diego | Football, Coaching | High School, College, Professional | 1977 |
| Warrington, Caleb "Tex" | Dover High, Auburn University, Boston Yanks | Dover, Auburn, Alabama, Boston, Massachusetts | Football | College, Professional | 1978 |
| Wharton, Charles "Buck" M. | Newark High, University of Pennsylvania, University of Delaware | Newark, Philadelphia | Football, Coaching | High School, College | 1978 |
| Willis, Vic "The Delaware Peach" | University of Delaware, Boston Beaneaters, Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals | Newark, Boston, Massachusetts, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, St. Louis, Missouri | Baseball, Coaching | College, Professional | 1977 |
| Zwolak, Vic | Salesianum School, Villanova University (NCAA champion), U.S. Olympic Team | Tokyo, Japan | Cross Country, Steeplechase | College, 1964 Summer Olympics | 1976 |
1980s
| Name | Organization | Location | Sport | Division | Inducted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiello, John "Johnny" J., Sr. | Defiance Athletic Club, St. Anthony's, CYO, University of Delaware, Golden Gloves, National Boxing Association | Wilmington, Delaware | Flyweight, Bantamweight, Featherweight Boxing, Coaching | Amateur & Professional | 1980 |
| Betts, Huck | Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Braves | Millsboro, Philadelphia, Boston | Baseball | Major League | 1980 |
| Birkenheuer, John, Rev. | Delaware | Sports | 1988 | ||
| Blaney, H.B. "Bernie" | Newark High, Duke University, Durham High School | Newark, Durham, North Carolina | Football, Coaching | High School, College | 1981 |
| Brooks, Lou "Larrupin' Lou" [3] | T & C Athletic Association, Golden Gloves, National Boxing Association | Wilmington, Delaware | Light heavyweight & Heavyweight Boxing | Amateur & Professional | 1985 |
| Carpenter, Ruly | Tower Hill School, Philadelphia Phillies | Wilmington, Philadelphia | Baseball Owner | Major League | 1987 |
| Cartwright, Al | The News Journal, Wilmington Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association, Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame | Wilmington | Sports Writer, Museum President | Newspaper | 1980 |
| Chadick, Paul | Delaware | Sports | 1984 | ||
| Chalmers, Shorty | Newark High | Newark | Sports | High School | 1981 |
| Cihocki, Edward "Eddie" Joseph | Philadelphia Athletics | Wilmington, Philadelphia | Baseball | Major League | 1981 |
| Cloud, Nathan "Nate" | Conrad High, University of Delaware Wilmington Blue Bombers | Wilmington, Newark | Basketball | High School, College, Professional | 1984 |
| Cooper, Johnny | Delaware | Sports | 1983 | ||
| Coveleski, Frank | Rehoboth High, Rehoboth Beach Patrol | Rehoboth Beach | Swimming, Coaching | High School, Municipal | 1982 |
| Crawford, Al | Delaware | Sports | 1985 | ||
| Crimian, John "Jack" Melvin | St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Athletics, Detroit Tigers | St. Louis, Missouri, Kansas City, Missouri, Detroit | Baseball, Coaching | Major League, High School | 1985 |
| Davis, Brandon "Brandy" | Duke University, Pittsburgh Pirates, Williamsport Crosscutters, Greensboro Patriots | Durham, North Carolina, Pittsburgh, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Greensboro, North Carolina | Baseball, Manager, Scout | College, Major League, Minor League | 1989 |
| Doherty, William "Billy" | CYO, Archmere Academy, Villanova University, Eastern Shore Baseball League, Canadian Football League | Claymont, Radnor, Pennsylvania, Canada | Baseball, Canadian football | Catholic, High School, College | 1984 |
| Doherty, Gerald P., II or Jr. | University of Delaware | Newark | Coaching | College | 1980 |
| Doherty, Gerald "Doc" P., III | Archmere Academy, University of Delaware, Wilmington Clippers | Claymont, Newark, Wilmington | Football | High School, College, Professional | 1985 |
| Donohue, Matt | Delaware | Sports | 1981 | ||
| Dunn, Christopher "Chris" Williams | Delaware Track & Field Club, Newark High, Colgate University, U.S. Olympic Team | Wilmington, Newark, Hamilton, New York, Munich, West Germany | Track & Field | Club, High School, College, 1972 Summer Olympics | 1989 |
| Elliott, Carlton | Delaware | Sports | 1988 | ||
| Estock, George | Boston Braves | Delaware, Boston | Baseball, Umpire | Major League | 1988 |
| Field, Bryan | Delaware Park Racetrack, Delaware Handicap | Stanton | Thoroughbred Horse Racing | Race Track Manager | 1980 |
| Franks Panzram, Jennifer | Mount Pleasant High School, Villanova University | Delaware | Swimming | 1989 | |
| Garvine, Cliff | Delaware | Sports | 1982 | ||
| George, Benny | Delaware State College | Dover, Delaware | Football | 1987 | |
| Givens, Charlie | Delaware | Sports | 1986 | ||
| Green, Dallas | University of Delaware, Philadelphia Phillies, Washington Senators, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs | Newark, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., New York City, Chicago | Baseball, Managing | College, Major League | 1983 |
| Gregg, Steve | Southern California Aquatic Club, Pan Am Sports Organization, U.S. Olympic Team | West LA, California, Mexico City, Mexico, Montreal, Canada | Swimming | 1975 Pan Am Games, 1976 Summer Olympics | 1989 |
| Guthrie, Grant | Claymont High, Florida State University, Buffalo Bills | Claymont, Tallahassee, Florida, Buffalo, New York | Football | High School, College, Professional | 1987 |
| Hagan, Jim | Delaware | Sports | 1987 | ||
| Hall, Tom | University of Minnesota, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints | Wilmington, Minneapolis, Detroit, New Orleans | Football | College, Professional | 1980 |
| Hayes, Walter | Cyclocross at Granogue | Wilmington | Cycling, Triathlon | Sport Master | 1985 |
| Hayman, Conway | University of Delaware, Houston Oilers, Prairie View A&M University | Newark, Houston, Texas, Prairie View, Texas | Football, Coaching | College, Professional | 1986 |
| Hazewski, Eddie | Delaware | Sports | 1983 | ||
| Hickman, John | Delaware | Sports | 1986 | ||
| Hoffman, Bob | Newark High | Delaware | Football Coaching | 1988 | |
| Johnson, George | Delaware | Sports | 1986 | ||
| Justice, Rita | Professional Women's Bowling Tour, Wilmington Women's Bowling Association | Wilmington | Bowling | Professional | 1988 |
| Kelley, Robert "Bob" | University of Delaware | Newark | Sports Writer | Broadcast journalism | 1989 |
| Klosiewicz, Cas | Delaware | Sports | 1984 | ||
| Knight, Pat | Delaware | Sports | 1981 | ||
| Krapf, Jim | Tatnall School, University of Alabama | Delaware | Football, Wrestling | 1985 | |
| Lichtenstein, Vic | University of Delaware, P.S. du Pont High, Wilmington High | Newark, Wilmington | Basketball, Baseball, Coaching | College, High School | 1986 |
| Lore, Francis | Dover Little League founder | Dover | Baseball | Little League | 1989 |
| Marshall, Chip | St. Louis Cardinals (player), Babe Ruth League (coach) | Delaware | Baseball | Minor League, Major League, Babe Ruth | 1982 |
| May, Dave | Baltimore Orioles, Milwaukee Brewers, Atlanta Braves, Texas Rangers, Pittsburgh Pirates | New Castle, Baltimore, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Arlington, Texas, Pittsburgh | Baseball | Major League | 1984 |
| McConnell, Willard | Newark Country Club, Kennett Square Golf & Country Club, | Newark, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania | Golf | Club, Senior | 1985 |
| McGraw, Rea | Delaware | Sports | 1984 | ||
| Miller, Rosemary (Young) | Delaware | Sports | 1983 | ||
| Morris, John "Johnny" L. | Bassmaster Classic, International Game Fish Association, Bass Pro Shops | Delaware | Bass Fishing | Professional, Corporate Founder | 1987 |
| Mulvena, Jack | University of Minnesota | Minneapolis | Football | College | 1983 |
| Murray, William "Bill" D. | University of Delaware, Duke University | Newark, Durham, North Carolina | Football, Coaching | College | 1983 |
| Neiger, Alvin Edward | University of Delaware, Philadelphia Phillies | Newark, Delaware, Philadelphia | Baseball | College, Professional | 1984 |
| O'Neill, James, Rev. | Delaware | Sports | 1982 | ||
| Pankowski (Pennock), Joe | Delaware | Sports | 1987 | ||
| Pitts, Jackie | Delaware | Sports | 1983 | ||
| Rawstrom, Harold "Harry" W. | University of Delaware | Newark | Swimming, Coaching | College | 1987 |
| Reilly, Kevin | Delaware | Sports | 1985 | ||
| Roache, Willie | National Boxing Association | Wilmington | Featherweight Boxing | Professional | 1986 |
| Sasse, Ralph | Delaware | Sports | 1981 | ||
| Shakespeare, Frank | Naval Academy, U.S. Olympic Team | Annapolis, Maryland, Helsinki, Finland | Rowing | College, 1952 Summer Olympics | 1982 |
| Skinner, William "Bill" Alfred | YMCA, University of Tennessee, New York Athletic Club | Wilmington, Knoxville, Tennessee, New York City | Javelin | Club, College | 1981 |
| Snowberger, Russ | Duesenberg, Indianapolis Speedway | Dover, Indianapolis | Motorsports | Professional | 1988 |
| Swartz, Hyman "Hymie" | University of Delaware, YMCA, JCC, Red Cross | Newark, Wilmington | Swimming, Instructor | College, Club | 1988 |
| Taylor, Ellis D. | Delaware State Golf Association | Wilmington | Golf | Amateur | 1982 |
| Tosi, John | Archmere Academy | Claymont | Sports Coaching | High School | 1982 |
| Turley, Douglas "Doug" Pershing | CYO, University of Scranton, Washington Redskins | Scranton, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C. | Football | Parish, College, Professional | 1986 |
| Vosters Spruance, Gretchen | Delaware | Sports | 1989 | ||
| Vosters, Bunny | Delaware | Tennis | 1980 | ||
| Wilcutts, John | Magnolia | Horse Racing | Harness Racing | 1985 | |
| Zablotny, Walter | Delaware | Sports | 1985 |
1990s
| Name | Organization | Location | Sport | Division | Inducted |
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| Anderson, Anthony Eugene | McKean High, Temple University, Pittsburgh Steelers, Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Stars | Wilmington, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Atlanta | Football | High School, College, Professional | 1994 |
| Anderson, Harry "the Horse" Walter | West Chester State Teachers College, Philadelphia Phillies, Cincinnati Reds | Greenville, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Cincinnati | Baseball | College, Major League | 1992 |
| Baker, Dorothy | United States Olympic Committee | Delaware | Anabolic Steroid Prohibition | Executive Board Member | 1996 |
| Baldwin, Renee | Special Olympics | Minneapolis | Track & Field | 1991 Special Olympics World Summer Games | 1997 |
| Balick, Charlotte | Women's Eastern Golf Association, Women's Golf Association of Philadelphia | Delaware | Golf | Women's, Senior | 1999 |
| Billings, Bill | Middletown High | Middletown | Football, Coaching | High School | 1998 |
| Brady, John J. | Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association John J. Brady Athlete of the Year Award | Wilmington | Sports Writer | 1993 | |
| Brooking, Ann | University of Delaware, Wilmington Friends School | Newark, Wilmington | Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Coaching | High School | 1995 |
| Brown, Mike | Conrad High, University of Delaware, Chicago Bears | Wilmington, Newark, Chicago | Track & Field, Football | High School, College, Professional | 1990 |
| Bruton, Bill | Milwaukee Braves, Detroit Tigers | Milwaukee, Detroit | Baseball | Major League | 1991 |
| Campbell, Joe | New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders, Tampa Bay Buccaneers | New Orleans, Oakland, California, Tampa, Florida | Football | Professional | 1992 |
| Capodanno, Laura | Ursuline Academy | Wilmington | Basketball | High School | 1997 |
| Carucci, Dom "Quack" | Delaware | Coaching | 1990 | ||
| Chambers, Bill | Delaware | Sports | 1990 | ||
| Collick, Bill | Delaware State | Dover | Football, Coaching | College | 1998 |
| Cunningham, Ellsworth "Bert" | Brooklyn Grays, Baltimore Orioles, Philadelphia Athletics, Buffalo Bisons, Louisville Colonels, Chicago Orphans | Brooklyn, New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Buffalo, New York, Louisville, Kentucky, Chicago | Baseball | Major League | 1996 |
| DiPace, Dan | Jackson Street Boys Club, Wilmington High, Syracuse University | Wilmington, Delaware, Syracuse, New York | Basketball | Club, High School, College | 1997 |
| Dowd, Robert F. | Delaware | Sports | 1995 | ||
| du Pont, Margaret Osborne | French Open, Wimbledon, US Open | Paris, France, Wimbledon, England, Forest Hills, New York | Tennis | Professional | 1999 |
| Duncan, Raymond "Scotty" B. | University of Delaware, Eastern Intercollegiate Golf Association | Newark | Golf, Coaching | College | 1996 |
| Franks, Roger | Delaware | Sports | 1997 | ||
| Gerow, Bill | University of Delaware, Wilmington Touchdown Club | Newark | Track & Field | College | 1994 |
| Gillen, Eugene "Buzzy" | Delaware | Sports | 1999 | ||
| Hahn, Patsy | LPGA, Delcastle Golf Club | Wilmington, Delaware | Golf | Amateur, Professional | 1990 |
| Hall, Mike | Pan Am Sports Organization | Dagsboro, Indianapolis, Havana, Cuba | Powerlifting | 1987 Pan Am Games, 1991 Pan Am Games | 1996 |
| Hanford, Carl | Kentucky Derby, Delaware Park Racetrack | Louisville, Kentucky, Stanton | Thoroughbred Horse Racing | Jockey, Trainer | 1999 |
| Hannah, Bob | University of Delaware, College World Series | Newark | Baseball Coaching | College | 1998 |
| Hawke, Vick | Delaware | Sports | 1992 | ||
| Hayman, Gary | Newark High, Pennsylvania State University, Buffalo, New York, Seattle Seahawks | Newark, State College, Pennsylvania, Buffalo Bills, Seattle | Football | High School, College, Professional | 1992 |
| Henry, Spencer | Delaware | Sports | 1999 | ||
| Hitchens, Mary Ann | University of Delaware | Newark | Field Hockey, Coaching | College | 1997 |
| Jacobs, Robert "Spook" | Columbus Jets, Hollywood Stars, Philadelphia Athletics, Kansas City Athletics, Pittsburgh Pirates | Columbus, Ohio, Hollywood, California, Philadelphia, Kansas City, Missouri, Pittsburgh | Baseball | Minor and Major League | 1991 |
| Johnson, Dave | Wilmington Aquatic Club, U.S. Olympic Team | Wilmington, Mexico City, Mexico | Swimming | Recreational, 1968 Summer Olympics | 1991 |
| Johnson, Sterling "Terl" | Delaware | Sports | 1995 | ||
| Katzman, Izzy | The News Journal, Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association | Wilmington | Sports Writer, Harness Racing | Newspaper | 1993 |
| Kenney, Bob | University of Kansas, U.S. Olympic Team | Lawrence, Kansas, Helsinki, Finland | Basketball | 1952 Summer Olympics | 1999 |
| Kujala-Showalter, Audie | University of Delaware | Newark | Softball | College | 1992 |
| Lambert, Rodney | Delaware | Sports | 1996 | ||
| Land, John | Delaware State College, Wilmington Clippers, Baltimore Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Bell | Dover, Wilmington, Baltimore, Philadelphia | Football | College, Professional | 1997 |
| Lesher, John | Claymont High, West Virginia University | Claymont, Morgantown, West Virginia | Basketball | High School, College | 1995 |
| Lucas, John "Cookie" | Delaware | Sports | 1990 | ||
| Martin, Renie | Dover High, University of Richmond, Kansas City Royals, San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, Florida Tropics | Dover, Richmond, Virginia, Kansas City, Missouri, San Francisco, California, Philadelphia, West Palm Beach, Florida | Baseball | College, Minor Leagues, Major Leagues, Senior Professional Baseball Association | 1995 |
| Masley, Francis "Frank" Joseph | U.S. Olympic Team | Lake Placid, New York, Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, Calgary, AB | Luge | 1980 Winter Olympics, 1984 Winter Olympics, 1988 Winter Olympics | 1997 |
| Mason, Tom, Jr. | Delaware Amateur Softball Association | Delaware | Softball, Coaching, Umpire | Amateur | 1991 |
| McBride, Steve | Delaware | Sports | 1994 | ||
| Meade, Mike | Delaware | Sports | 1997 | ||
| Milligan, Henry "Hank" | A.I. du Pont High, Princeton University, National AAU, World Boxing Association, World Boxing Organization | Greenville, Delaware, Princeton, New Jersey, Wilmington, Delaware | Wrestling, Boxing | Amateur & Professional | 1993 |
| Moser, Lou | Delaware | Sports | 1994 | ||
| Motley, Felmon | Delaware State College | Dover | Football, Coaching | College | 1998 |
| Passmore, William "Bill" L. | Monmouth Handicap, Kentucky Derby | Seaford, Oceanport, New Jersey, Louisville, Kentucky | Horse Racing | Flat, Steeplechase Jockey and Trainer | 1992 |
| Raymond, Harold "Tubby" | University of Michigan, University of Delaware, American Football Coaches Association President | Ann Arbor, Michigan, Newark | Football Coaching | College | 1993 |
| Redden, Arthur "Art" Gray | Pan Am Sports Organization, U.S. Olympic Team | Wilmington, Winnipeg, Mexico City, Mexico | Light Heavyweight Boxing | 1967 Pan Am Games, 1968 Summer Olympics | 1994 |
| Reitzes, Herm | Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association Herm Reitzes Award for Public Service | Wilmington | Sports Writer | Broadcast | 1990 |
| Riley, Bob "Peanuts" | Philadelphia Phillies farm team, Christ Our King School | Wilmington | Baseball, Coaching | Minor League, Parish | 1990 |
| Roberts, Milton "Milt" R. | University of Delaware, Cape Henlopen High | Newark, Lewes | Lacrosse Coaching, Historian | College, High School | 1993 |
| Rylander, C. Roy "Doc" | University of Delaware | Newark | Tennis Coaching, Trainer | College | 1996 |
| Saddler, William "Bubby" | Howard High | Wilmington | Baseball | High School, Negro leagues | 1999 |
| Salvatore, Pete | Delaware | Sports | 1991 | ||
| Seaburg, Hans "Gus" | Green Bay Packers, Kansas City Blues (AA), Detroit Lions, University of Delaware | Green Bay, Wisconsin, Kansas City, Missouri, Detroit, Newark, Delaware | Trainer | Professional, Minor League, College | 1995 |
| Sezna, Walter "Wally" W. | United States Golf Association | Rehoboth Beach, Lantana, Florida, West Chester, Pennsylvania | Golf | Amateur, Father & Son, Senior | 1994 |
| Shepherd, Lennell, Sr. | National Junior Weightlifting Championship | Wilmington | Weightlifting | High School | 1998 |
| Shockley, Costen | Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Angels | Philadelphia, Anaheim, California | Baseball | Major League | 1998 |
| Slattery, Herb | University of Delaware | Newark | Football | College | 1994 |
| Slowik, Carol Thomson | University of Delaware, University of Florida, Drake University | Newark, Gainesville, Florida, Des Moines, Iowa | Track & Field, Coaching | College | 1995 |
| Smith, Janet A. | Ursinus College, University of Delaware | Collegeville, Pennsylvania, Newark | Lacrosse, Coaching | College | 1998 |
| Sund, Al | Delaware | Sports | 1994 | ||
| Sund, Leonard "Lenny" | Delaware | Boxing | 1998 | ||
| Taylor, Irvin "Ace" S. | University of Delaware | Newark | Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer | College | 1996 |
| Thompson, Harold "Buck" | University of Delaware, Brooklyn Dodgers (AAFC) | Newark, Brooklyn, New York | Football | College, Professional | 1996 |
| Thomson, William A. | Delaware | Sports | 1997 | ||
| Walsh, Franny | Salesianum High | Wilmington, Delaware | Coaching | High School | 1991 |
| Watson, Steve | St. Mark's High, Temple University, Denver Broncos | Wilmington, Philadelphia, Denver, Colorado | Football, Coaching | High School, College, Professional | 1993 |
| White, Randy | McKean High, University of Maryland, College Park, Dallas Cowboys | Wilmington, College Park, Maryland, Dallas | Football | High School, College, Professional | 1994 |
| Wills, Howard | Delaware | Sports | 1992 | ||
| Wilson, Tim | University of Maryland, Houston Oilers, New Orleans Saints | College Park, Maryland, Houston, New Orleans | Football | College, Professional | 1991 |
| Wockenfuss, John | Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, Toledo Mud Hens, Albany-Colonie Diamond Dogs | Detroit, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Toledo, Ohio, Albany, New York | Baseball, Managing | Major League, Northeast League (Minor) | 1993 |
2000s
| Name | Organization | Location | Sport | Division | Inducted |
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| Andrus, Robert "Bob" | Dover High, Wesley College, Cape Henlopen High | Dover, Lewes | Football, Coaching | High School, College | 2006 |
| Apostolico, Martin "Marty" | Wilmington High, West Nottingham Academy, University of Delaware, Dickinson High | Wilmington, Colora, Maryland, Newark | Swimming, Football, Coaching | High School, College | 2004 |
| Bastianelli, Herm | Georgetown High, Sussex Central High | Georgetown | Wrestling, Coaching | High School | 2003 |
| Bender, Lou | Salesianum, A.I. du Pont, Caravel Academy, Hodgson Vo-Tech, Wilmington College | Wilmington | Basketball, Coaching | High School, College | 2008 |
| Bianchini, Rosemary "Roe", CPT | William Penn High | New Castle | Field Hockey, Softball, Coaching | High School | 2001 |
| Bodley, Hal | The News Journal, CBS Radio, CNN, NBC, USA Today, Munich massacre | Wilmington, New York City, New York, Munich | Sports Writer | Newspaper, Broadcast, 1972 Summer Olympics | 2004 |
| Briggs, Bernard "Barney" | Milford High | Milford | Basketball, Track & Field, Football, Coaching | High School | 2007 |
| Brooks, C. Melvin "Ripper", Sr. | Newark High, American Legion, University of Delaware | Newark | Football, Track & Field, Baseball | High School, Recreational, College | 2005 |
| Bucci, Nicholas "Nick" | Claymont High | Claymont | Football | High School | 2004 |
| Buckalew, Bart | P.S. du Pont High, West Chester University, USO, William Penn High | Wilmington, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Fort Knox, Tennessee, New Castle | Diving, Coaching | High School, College, Military | 2006 |
| Bundren, Jim | A.I. duPont High, New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins | Wilmington, E. Rutherford, New Jersey, Cleveland, Ohio, Miami, Florida | Football | High School, College, Professional | 2007 |
| Carmichael, Donald "Ducky" | P.S. du Pont High, University of Delaware, Augusta Military Academy | Wilmington, Newark, Augusta, Georgia | Football, Basketball, Baseball | High School, College | 2008 |
| Ciesinski, Roman | Newark High, University of Delaware, Blue Hen Conference | Newark | Cross Country Track & Field | High School, College | 2003 |
| Clapp, Jim | West Chester University, American Karate Studios | West Chester, Pennsylvania, Wilmington | Martial Arts (Karate, Modern Amis, American Kenpo, Kata) | College, Studio | 2008 |
| Damico, Lawrence | First State Games, Delaware Volleyball Hall of Fame | Delaware | Volleyball, Referee | High School, Amateur | 2003 |
| Davis, Eddie | Delaware | Sports | 2002 | ||
| Dayton, Julie | Laurel High, Longwood College, University of Virginia, Women's Lacrosse World Cup, Dartmouth College | Laurel, Farmville, Virginia, Charlottesville, VirginiaHanover, New Hampshire | Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Coaching | High School, College, U.S. Lacrosse Team | 2003 |
| Delaney-Scheetz, Susan | Brandywine High, West Chester University, Women's Lacrosse World Cup, Penn State | Wilmington, West Chester, Pennsylvania, State College, Pennsylvania | Lacrosse, Coaching | High School, College | 2005 |
| DeShields, Delino | Seaford High, Montreal Expos, Los Angeles Dodgers, St. Louis Cardinals, Baltimore Orioles, Chicago Cubs | Seaford, Los Angeles, St. Louis, Missouri, Baltimore, Chicago | Baseball | High School, Professional | 2006 |
| Dickerson, Ron "Cap'n Dick" | Seaford High, Laurel High, Shepherd College | Seaford, Laurel, Shepherdstown, West Virginia | Football, Baseball, Coaching | High School, College | 2008 |
| English, A. J. | Howard High, Virginia Union University, Washington Bullets, Portland Trail Blazers | Wilmington, Richmond, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Portland, Oregon | Basketball | High School, College, Professional | 2004 |
| Farmer, Dale C. | Delaware | Sports | 2000 | ||
| Farmer, Robert "Clyde" | Delaware | Sports | 2000 | ||
| Ferguson, Patricia | Ursuline Academy, DuPont | Wilmington | Field Hockey, Basketball | High School, Recreational, Corporate | 2003 |
| Ferrell, Howard Leroy "Toots" | Newark Eagles, Baltimore Elite Giants | Delaware | Baseball | Professional | 2000 |
| Ferris, Brenda Becker | William Penn High, West Chester University, U.S. Olympic Team | New Castle, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Moscow, Russia | Field Hockey, Softball, Lacrosse | High School, College, 1980 Summer Olympic Games (Boycotted) | 2008 |
| Frick, George | Delaware | Sports | 2002 | ||
| Fry, Doris Calloway | Laurel High, Milford Recreation League | Laurel, Milford | Field Hockey, Basketball, Softball, Bowling | High School, Recreational | 2008 |
| Grandell, Dr. Peter A. | Wilmington High, Mount Saint Mary College, West End Neighborhood House, Marines, Parks & Recreation Director | Wilmington, Newburgh, New York, Elsmere | Football, Middleweight Boxer | High School, College, Military, Community, Municipal | 2004 |
| Hanna, Norman | Delaware | Sports | 2001 | ||
| Harris, Barbara | Mt. Pleasant High, Northwestern University, Wilmington Aquatic Club | Wilmington, Evanston, Illinois | Swimming | High School, College, Recreational | 2006 |
| Harris, Dionna M. | U.S. Olympic Team | Delaware, Atlanta | Softball | 1996 Summer Olympics | 2001 |
| Hoffstein, Ace | University of Delaware, Goldey-Beacom College, St. Elizabeth High, Wilmington Bombers | Newark, Wilmington | Basketball, Coaching | College, High School, Eastern Professional Basketball League | 2005 |
| Holloway, Jack | William Penn High | New Castle | Wrestling, Coaching | High School | 2008 |
| Huber (Rudawsky), Vicki | Concord High, Villanova University, U.S. Olympic Team | Wilmington, Radnor, Pennsylvania, Souel, S. Korea, Atlanta | Middle distance running | High School, College, 1988 Summer Olympics, 1996 Summer Olympics | 2002 |
| Hudson, Aubrey | Georgetown High, University of Delaware | Georgetown, Delaware, Newark, Delaware | Football, Basketball, Baseball, Track | High School, College | 2008 |
| Immediato, Bob | Wilmington High, Goldey-Beacom College, Minot Mallards | Wilmington, Minot, North Dakota | Baseball | High School, College, Mandak League (Minor) | 2007 |
| Johnson, Dennis | University of Delaware, Washington Redskins, Buffalo Bills | Newark, Washington, D.C., Buffalo, New York | Football | College, Professional | 2006 |
| Joseph, Melvin L. | Georgetown Speedway | Georgetown | Speedway | Developer | 2002 |
| Kadel, Carl Walter | Delaware | Sports | 2000 | ||
| Kampert, Sue Manelski | Padua Academy, James Madison University, Ursuline Academy, Concord High | Wilmington, Delaware, Harrisonburg, Virginia | Basketball, Coaching | High School, College | 2004 |
| Kane, Joe | Delaware | Sports | High School, College | 2002 | |
| Kapa, William L. | Department of Parks and Recreation Director, Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame President | Wilmington | Sports | Municipal, Museum | 2004 |
| Knisely, Mary (Schilly) | Concord High, Pan Am Sports Organization | Wilmington, Indianapolis, Indiana | Basketball, Baseball, Track | High School, 1987 Pan Am Games | 2008 |
| Koffenberger, Richard | P.S. du Pont High, University of Maryland, Wilmington Jets | Wilmington, College Park, Maryland | Basketball | High School, College, Professional | 2006 |
| Leshem, Leonard "Len" | World Triathlon Corporation, Special Olympics | Rehoboth Beach, Kailua, HI | Ironman Triathlon, Coaching | Recreational, Charity | 2006 |
| Lewis, James A. | Delaware | Sports | 2001 | ||
| Ludington, Ronald E. | U.S. Olympic Team, University of Delaware Figure Skating Club | Squaw Valley, California, Newark | Figure Skating, Coaching | World Figure Skating Championships, 1960 Winter Olympics | 2000 |
| Mason, Fred A. | Howard High, Elmira Pioneers, Miami Marlins (FSL), Spartanburg Spinners, Brandywine College | Wilmington, Elmira, New York, Miami, Spartanburg, South Carolina | Baseball, Coaching | High School, Minor League, College | 2004 |
| Mattson, Bob | North Carolina State, Wilmington Aquatic Club | Raleigh, North Carolina, Wilmington | Swimming, Coaching | College, Recreational | 2005 |
| Mayer, Vincent "Winnie" | Newark High, University of Delaware, Newark Touchdown Club | Newark | Football | High School, College, Recreational | 2007 |
| McCall, Francis "Mike" | Delaware | Sports | 2002 | ||
| McCall, Rick | Wesley College, Maple Dale Country Club | Dover | Golf, Coaching | College, Recreational | 2007 |
| Mees, Tom | WILM-AM, ESPN SportsCenter | Wilmington, New York City | Ice hockey Sports Commentator | Broadcast | 2005 |
| Meharg, Missy | University of Maryland | Delaware, College Park, Maryland | Field hockey, Coaching | College | 2002 |
| Neill, Michael | Seaford High, Villanova University, Vancouver Canadians, Oakland Athletics, Pan Am Sports Organization, US Olympic Team | Seaford, Radnor, Pennsylvania, Vancouver, BC, Oakland, California, Winnipeg, Sydney | Baseball | High School, College, Minor League, Major League, 1999 Pan Am Games, 2000 Summer Olympics | 2005 |
| Oddo, Jim | Wilmington High, North Carolina State University | Wilmington, Raleigh, North Carolina | Football, Coaching | High School, College | 2008 |
| Pheiffer, William | University of Delaware, Philadelphia Bulletin, Philadelphia Warriors, Delaware Today | Newark, Philadelphia, Wilmington | Sports Commentator | Newspaper, Broadcast, Magazine | 2003 |
| Purnell, Lovett | Seaford High, West Virginia University, New England Patriots, Baltimore Ravens | Seaford, Morgantown, West Virginia, Foxborough, Massachusetts, Baltimore, Maryland | Football | High School, College, Professional | 2007 |
| Purzycki, Joseph "Joe" | University of Delaware, Woodbridge High, Caesar Rodney High, Del State, James Madison University | Newark, Bridgeville, Camden-Wyoming, Dover, Harrisonburg, Virginia | Football, Coaching | High School, College | 2005 |
| Reynolds, Bruce | William Penn High | New Castle | Football, Coaching | High School | 2003 |
| Richardson, Betty | Tower Hill School | Wilmington | Field Hockey, Coaching | High School | 2000 |
| Robinson, Robert L. | Delaware | Sports | 2001 | ||
| Rollins, John W., Lt. Gov. | Dover International Speedway, Dover Downs | Dover | Auto Racing, Horse Racing | NASCAR, Harness Racing | 2008 |
| Scott, B. Gary | P.S. du Pont High, University of Pennsylvania, Wilmington Bombers, Wilmington Touchdown Club | Wilmington, Philadelphia | Football Owner | High School, College, Eastern Professional Basketball League | 2004 |
| Scott, Vinnie | University of Maryland, Baltimore Colts, St. Mark's High | College Park, Maryland, Baltimore, Wilmington | Football, Coaching | High School, College, Professional | 2007 |
| Sheats, Earl | University of Delaware | Newark | Baseball | College | 2001 |
| Silicato, Thomas Carmen | Salesianum, Reading Phillies | Wilmington, Reading, Pennsylvania | Baseball, Coaching | High School, College | 2004 |
| Smith, Jim | P.S. du Pont High, University of Delaware, Dickinson High | Wilmington, Newark, | Basketball, Baseball, Coaching | High School, College | 2008 |
| Stansky, R. Benjamin | Wilmington Blue Rocks | Wilmington | Baseball | Interstate League (Minor) | 2001 |
| Steers, Kenneth | Middletown High, University of Delaware | Middletown, Newark | Coaching | High School, College | 2003 |
| Taylor, John | Del State, San Francisco 49ers | Dover, San Francisco, California | Football | College, Professional | 2005 |
| Taylor, Steve | University of Delaware, Columbus Clippers | Newark, Columbus, Ohio | Baseball | College, Minor League | 2003 |
| Tiberi, David "TNT" Stephes | Delaware Park Racetrack, Golden Gloves, IBF | Bear, Delaware, Atlantic City, New Jersey | Middleweight boxing | Amateur, Professional | 2001 |
| Townsend, John "Happy" | Philadelphia Phillies, Washington Senators, Cleveland Naps | Phildadelphia, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Cleveland, Ohio | Baseball | Professional | 2005 |
| Trotter, Harold | Claymont High | Claymont | Track & Field | High School | 2002 |
| Viera, Barbara L. | University of Delaware, US Olympic Team | Newark, Atlanta | Volleyball, Coaching | College, 1996 Summer Olympics | 2004 |
| Walls, James F. | Georgetown High, University of Delaware, Will Rogers Field, County Seaters | Georgetown, Newark, Oklahoma City, Eastern Shore, Maryland | Football, Basketball | High School, College, Military, Eastern Shore Basketball League | 2005 |
| Wentworth, James "Jim" | Pfeiffer University, Wesley College | Misenheimer, North Carolina, Dover | Basketball, Coaching | College | 2006 |
| Whitcraft, David | University of Delaware, Delaware Wizards | Newark, Wilmington | Soccer, Coaching | College, USISL (Professional) | 2007 |
| Wisniewski, Irvin C. | University of Michigan, University of Delaware, Polish Olympic Team | Ann Arbor, Michigan, Newark | Football, Coaching, Basketball | College, Olympics | 2006 |
| White, Henry | Cape Henlopen High | Lewes | Track & Field | High School | 2000 |
| Whiting, Val | Stanford University, Seattle Reign, Detroit Shock, Minnesota Lynx | Stanford, California, Seattle, Detroit, Minneapolis | Basketball | College, ABL, WNBA (Professional) | 2007 |
| Williams, Pat | Wake Forest, Miami Marlins (FSL), Orlando Magic | Wilmington, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Miami, Orlando, Florida | Baseball, Basketball manager | College, Florida State League (Minor), Professional | 2001 |
| Zabitka, Matt "Zee" J. | The News Journal | Wilmington | Sports writer | Broadcast, Newspaper | 2000 |
2010s
| Name | Organization | Location | Sport | Division | Inducted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angnew, John "Jack" | Midway Little League, IAABO Board 11, Wilmington Semi-Pro, American Legion | Wilmington, Delaware | Baseball, Coaching, Basketball referee | High school, Semi-Pro, Little League, Military | 2013 |
| Crowther, John (Bill) | Mount Pleasant High, NCAA, Olympics | Wilmington, Delaware | Track and Field, Coaching | High School, College | 2015 |
| Flanders, Sarah Gause | Ursuline, University of Delaware, Georgetown University | Wilmington, Delaware | Basketball, Track and Field | High School, College – Division II | 2015 |
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