Long Island, N.Y. Chapter of National Wrestling Hall of Fame to hold banquet in Melville, April 15
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Mike Clair (National Wrestling Hall of Fame)
03/31/2005
Stillwater, OK - The National Wrestling Hall of Fame has announced the 2005 Class of Long Island, N.Y. coaches, officials and contributors to be recognized with a "Lifetime Service to Wrestling Award". 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. In addition to the "Lifetime Service to Wrestling" Award the Long Island Chapter will present the "Medal of Courage" and "Outstanding American from Long Island" Awards. CLASS OF 2005 "Lifetime Service to Wrestling" Steve Shippos The late Walter "Brick" Stone Jack Mahoney "Medal of Courage" Charles Gadson "Outstanding American from Long Island" Kerry McCoy These men and their families will be honored at the "Hall of Fame" celebration banquet April 15, 2005. Banquet and induction ceremonies will take place at the Hilton Long Island, Melville, NY. Please call Jerry Seckler, 516-799-3554 for information and reservations.