​BRAMPTON, ON (May 13, 2021) – Each year, the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame (BSHF) celebrates the accomplishments of individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the development of sport in Brampton. In 2021, the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame welcomes five new inductees for excellence in sport.

Orlando Bowen will be inducted under the Athlete category for his success in football. A star athlete in several sports while growing up in Brampton, Bowen earned a football scholarship to play in the NCAA and played professionally in the Canadian Football League.

Kenneth Condie will be inducted into the Builder category for his dedication to horseshoes. Condie is the first member of horseshoe discipline to be inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame. He has been the driving force behind the Brampton Men’s Horseshoe Club since he joined in 1994 and was appointed to the committee in 1997.

Timothy Trimper will be inducted under the Athlete category for his dedication to hockey in Brampton. Trimper made history for the Brampton Minor Hockey Association (BMHA), when he became the first player from the organization to sign in the NHL, debuting in 1979 with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Zeny Lipinski will be inducted under the Veteran category for contributions to lacrosse. Lipinski has contributed in all aspects of lacrosse, from playing to being an executive since he began playing the sport in Brampton in 1957.

Robert Sanderson will be inducted under the Builder category for dedication to lacrosse. Sanderson’s involvement with the Brampton Excelsiors began in 1969. He has managed the Major Excelsiors, and the Canadian Box Lacrosse team where they won the gold medal at the World Games in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania under his management.

To learn more about the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame and its inductees, visit brampton.ca/bshf.

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 CAA Centre on 7575 Kennedy Road South.

2022 Nominations
Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to sports in our city? Download a nomination form for 2022! Nominations will be accepted until June 15, 2021.

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“Congratulations to the 2021 Brampton Sports Hall of Fame inductees! The Brampton Sports Hall of Fame honours the history of sport in Brampton and those who have made outstanding contributions and achievements in sport in our community. This year’s inductees have demonstrated excellence in their fields, and drive sport forward in Brampton.”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

“We are excited to announce this year’s Brampton Sports Hall of Fame inductees! These five distinguished inductees have made major contributions to sport in our community, proving themselves as leaders every day. We recognize their achievements and encourage nominations for 2022.”
- Jeff Bowman, City Councillor Wards 3 & 4; Member, Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee, City of Brampton

“The 2021 Brampton Sports Hall of Fame inductees have brought honour to Brampton through their sports careers. We welcome nominations for 2022 for people of all levels of performance and ability. Outstanding Athletes, Builders, Veterans, and Teams in Brampton should be recognized – nominate someone today.”
- Doug Whillans, City Councillor Wards 2 & 6; Member, Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee, City of Brampton

“While the induction ceremonies for 2020 and 2021 must be postponed due to the pandemic, I encourage everyone to extend their congratulations to the inductees. Download a nomination form for 2022 for new inductees to be considered.”
- David Barrick, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Brampton