BRAMPTON, ON – The Brampton Sports Hall of Fame will induct four new members in 2018.

In the Builder category, powerlifter Harnek Singh Rai will be inducted for his contributions to the sport as a competitor, organizer, coach and referee. Rosemary Miller will also be inducted as a Builder for her years of dedication to tennis in Brampton, and her leadership in promoting 55+ sport. In the Athlete category, Mike Weaver will be celebrated for his career in hockey, including 16 years in the NHL. Richard Souce will join the Hall of Fame as an Athlete in recognition of his success as an amateur and professional boxer.

The 38th Annual Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place Tuesday, May 15 at the Rose Theatre Brampton. A cocktail dinner begins at 6 pm followed by the induction ceremony and reception. The keynote speaker for this year’s event will be former CFL quarterback and four-time Grey Cup Champion, Damon Allen. 

Tickets are on sale now at the Rose Theatre Box Office for $55 each. Tickets for children age 12 and under cost $27.50, and are free for children under two years of age. To purchase, visit www.rosetheatre.ca or call 905.874.2800.

To learn more about the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame and this year’s inductees, visit the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame website at www.brampton.ca/bshf.

Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to sport in our city? Download a nomination form for 2019! Nominations will be accepted until June 15, 2018 for next year’s inductees.

The Brampton Sports Hall of Fame was founded in 1979 by a group of dedicated sport enthusiasts, in conjunction with the City of Brampton. It is located in the Powerade Centre on Kennedy Road, south of Steeles Avenue.

Quotes:

“Brampton can take great pride in this year’s Sports Hall of Fame inductees. Their contributions to their respective sports are felt in this city and around the world. On behalf of Council and the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee, we are delighted to recognize their achievements.”
- Mayor Linda Jeffrey

“As everyone can see, the Class of 2018 represents a vast array of sports and they are all very worthy of receiving this prestigious honour. It will be our pleasure to welcome these new inductees when they will take their place alongside all of the past inductees.”
- Dean McLeod, Chair of the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee

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