Hawaii Sports Hall of Fame facts for kids

The Hawaii Sports Hall of Fame is a special place in Hawaii that celebrates amazing athletes and people who have helped sports grow in the islands. It's like a museum for sports history, where you can learn about the heroes of Hawaiian sports. The Hall of Fame was started in 1997. Every year, a special group meets to choose new people to add to the Hall. You can find the main exhibit for the Hall of Fame at the Bishop Museum in Honolulu.

In 2016, some famous athletes were added to the Hall. These included Brandon Brooks for water polo, Bryan Clay for decathlon (a sport with ten different events), Brian Ching for soccer, and brothers Ma'ake Kemoeatu and Chris Kemoeatu for American football.

Honoring Hawaii's Sports Stars

The Hawaii Sports Hall of Fame honors many different kinds of athletes and people who have made a big difference in sports. These people are called "inductees." They come from all sorts of sports, showing how many talented individuals Hawaii has produced.

Who Gets Inducted?

People are chosen for the Hall of Fame because they have achieved great things in their sport. This could be winning championships, setting records, or simply being a pioneer who helped their sport become popular in Hawaii. It's a way to remember their hard work and success.

Sports and Their Stars

The Hall of Fame includes athletes from a wide range of sports. Here are some of the sports and a few of the many famous people who have been honored: