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The Hall of Fame Committee would like to thank the following sponsors of the 2023 induction ceremony. The success of this event is made possible through their generous donations.

GOLD

The Bonafiglia Family Foundation

Seneca Meadows

SILVER

Tony & Elaine Ferrara Ron & Dina Sandroni Kirk & Patty Ward

John & Maxine Nicholson Madelyn & Peyton Verkey Jeffrey Manning

Mike Marriam Marilyn & Charles Brady Ron Fleury

Ted & Pat Novak Dave & Debbie Swenson Anonymous

Dr. Tim Ryan John & Diana Pannucci Xylem Corporation

Mark & Patty Scheuerman Above the Rim Club Scott & Mary Smith

Dan & Joanne Caraher George & Diane Valesente Liz & Steve Becht

Bob & Barb Spano Bob & Linda McKeveny David & Donna Baker

Michael & Fran Ferrara Wonderful Life Run

Jan Caraccilo – In Memory of Vince Caraccilo

Alan & Doreen Brown – In Memory of Angelo Suffredini

George & Kathleen Capacci – In Memory of Albert & Margret Capacci

Dr. Michael & Carolyn Riccione – In Memory of Dominico & Mary Riccione

David & Kathy Ferrara – In Memory of Anthony & Jane Ferrara

Michael Ferrara – In Honor of the 1994 Girls’ Basketball Team

Rod & Char Verkey – In Memory of Abe & Helen Verkey

Class of 2023:

Lifetime Contributor – Thomas Giarrusso
Prelude to Title IX Recipient – Kathleen Harrison
Honored Team – 2011 and 2012 Softball Teams
Inductees:
Robert Alcott - Class of 1998
Sierra Devine Ende - Class of 2012
Myles Knipper - Class of 2006
Frank Miller - Class of 1971
William Pagano - Class of 1965
Shawn Wilson - Class of 2009

At this time, the MAA HOF is accepting all contributions for this year’s induction. Our organization has been blessed with donations over the past many years. All donations are used primarily to offset the cost of the induction ceremony. Contributions can be given to any HOF Committee member or mailed to the treasurer: Michael Ferrara at 7 Seneca Lane, Seneca Falls, NY 13148.

The Committee thanks all readers and hopes that you will be able to attend this year’s induction ceremony.

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If you have any questions or comments related to the Athletic Hall of Fame, please contact us via the link below:

Email: Ted Novak

NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
Click the link below for the easy to complete, online nomination form to nominate a team or player. You do not need to provide athletic accomplishments when you nominate.

Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Basic Hall Information

Objective

The Mynderse Academy Athletic Hall of Fame was created to provide a forum to honor and provide a permanent tribute to those individuals who have made significant contributions to athletics at Mynderse Academy and/or who have left Mynderse and gone on to make “outstanding” contributions in the world of athletics.

Eligibility Criteria

A. Attended Mynderse Academy and participated in interscholastic athletics sponsored by the Seneca Falls School District for a minimum of two years OR

B. Coached a Seneca Falls School District team or teams for a minimum of five years OR

C. Made a significant contribution to the students of Mynderse Academy through interscholastic athletics OR

D. Attended Mynderse Academy and may not have necessarily participated in the sports program but made significant contributions in the world of sports OR

E. A female athlete who attended Mynderse prior to 1972. Prior to 1972, female athletes were not given the same interscholastic athletic competition opportunities. The Hall does not want to overlook female athletes prior to 1972.

Criteria For All Candidates

F. Is and has been of good moral character

G. A ten year waiting period is required for induction from the time of graduation from the Academy.

MYNDERSE ACADEMY ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME COMMITTEE

Rod Verkey
Michael Marriam
Ted Novak
Tony Ferrara
Elizabeth Bruch Becht
Lisa Caraccilo Anderson
Jodie Docteur Verkey
Michael Ferrara
Robert McKeveny