NOMINATIONS

 

NOMINATION CRITERIA

In general, the nomination criteria is broad and must be supported by a completed written nomination form (as found on the MSHOF website, Municipal Office and Information Booth at the North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre) to be completed by the Applicant or the Applicant’s nominator with substantive, documented evidence supporting the accomplishments and/or contributions of the nominee. Nominations for consideration for induction shall be accepted in the categories of Athletes, Builders, Teams and Historical Sports Venues as outlined as follows:

Athletes

ATHLETES: to be considered for induction to the Midland Sports Hall Of Fame must have been (or be) outstanding in their field of endeavour and/or to have achieved above average proficiency in their sport, if not reaching the highest level in their sport. The label ‘outstanding” must be applicable over an extended period of time in competition against peer athletes. This involves those competing on a local level and those participating in a District, Provincial, National, or International level either in an amateur and/or professional setting. The rationale for an athlete’s nomination must be clearly outlined in the nomination form and supporting materials submitted.

Except as otherwise provided herein, Athletes nominated must have been retired from active participation in sports for which he or she has been nominated for a period of not less than three (3) years, dated from the end of the season of the sport for which they have been nominated.

Builders

BUILDERS: to be considered for induction to the Midland Sports Hall Of Fame  shall include, but not limited to, Officials, Sponsors, Executive members, Trainers, Coaches, Managers, and others deemed by the Board to fall under the category of “Builder”. Builders shall be considered for induction into the Midland Sports Hall Of Fame for their work or contributions over an extended period of time to their sport or discipline. The Builder’s work and/or contributions must have been significant and outstanding and may include, but not be limited to: the organization of leagues and/or teams, managing sports facilities, achieving a high degree of success in coaching teams and/or individuals, maintaining the continuation of a league team or sporting activity, inspiring the development of a league and/or team. Builders include those who have contributed to Midland and surrounding area sports at either the amateur and/or professional levels. Builders nominations shall be eligible at any time. There shall be no waiting period in this category and the person may still be active in the role(s) for which they are nominated.

Teams

Teams shall be considered on the merits and accomplishments of each team as a whole and not solely on the individual accomplishments.

At least three (3) years must have elapsed from the teams most recent championship season before a team can be considered for induction.

A team to be inducted must have won a championship at the District, Provincial, National or International level either in an amateur and/or professional setting. The team would be recognized for attaining the highest level of accomplishment possible in that particular era.

Historical Venues

Historical Sports Venues will be considered for the historic and long- term use by athletes and teams over an extended period of time in the Midland and surrounding areas.

Download the Inductee Nomination Form below and attach all relevant information that will highlight the nominee’s accomplishments.

This information must include:

  • Achievements; years; teams; awards; newspaper articles; photographs; testimonials; etc.
  • A brief outline of the level of competition and achievements of the nominee in chronological order
  • If applicable, provide information on the nominee’s leadership skills, character, sportsmanship and contributions to sport in the community
  • Please review the criteria for each category on the back of the nomination form

It is the responsibility of the person submitting the nomination to supply all pertinent materials and information that will provide complete details for the board.