West Virginia Chapter of National Wrestling Hall of Fame to hold banquet in Charlestown, Nov. 7

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Gary Abbott (USA Wrestling)
10/27/2004


The National Wrestling Hall of Fame Board of Governors is happy to announce that the following six men will receive the "Lifetime Service to Wrestling Award" for West Virginia.    This award is given annually to coaches, officials or contributors who have given a lifetime of service to wrestling, their communities and most importantly to the young people they have coached, taught, motivated and inspired.     Michael Clair, Executive Director of the State Chapter Programs will present the awards.    Class of 2004  Bill Hinegardner-Coach, John Marshall High School  Pat Vance---Coach, Nitro High School  The late Joe Grass---Official  Roger Jefferson---Coach, Stonewall Jackson High School  Bob Pickens---Coach, Williamstown High School  Bob Stover---Coach, Clay County High School    For their dedication and lasting influence on wrestling these men will be honored at the "Hall of Fame Day Celebration Banquet" on November 7, 2004.  The banquet will be held at the Embassy Suites, Charlestown, West Virginia.      For information and reservations, please contact Bill Archer.