Greater Peoria Sports Hall of Fame
Honoring the individuals and teams that contribute to our local sports history.
The Greater Peoria Sports Hall of Fame celebrates the rich sports heritage of Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. We will promote and encourage the many varied sports programs in our area, share our pride and honor the accomplishments of the individuals, teams and organizations that contribute to our enjoyment and area sports history.
Nominations deadline May 31
Nominations of individuals and teams for the Greater Peoria Sports Hall of Fame ballot must be submitted by May 31 to be considered for induction with the Class of 2024.
More than 40 individuals and more than 20 teams are currently on the ballot. Once the ballot is complete, the GPSHOF Board of Directors will review each nominee and vote for the Class of 2024. At least three individuals and three teams will be inducted at ceremonies next spring.
Nominees must meet eligibility standards, as specified by GPSHOF rules. Submissions of nominees that do not meet eligibility standards will be disregarded.
If you wish to nominate an individual or team, please review the eligibility standards and other information on the Nominations page of this website. Then fill out the form on that page and click the “Submit” button. It is important that all sections of the nomination form be completed. Make sure to provide details with substantiating information, sources and links in the “Description of Achievements” section. Also, keep in mind that it is rare for athletes to be gain induction based on high school accomplishments alone. The Board looks at intercollegiate and professional or elite-level adult amateur achievements as differentiators.
Class of 2023 inductees
Here is the Hall of Fame Class of 2023, inducted during ceremonies on March 23 at the Peoria Civic Center ballroom:
2023 Award Winners
Winners of annual awards presented at the GPSHOF banquet March 23 at the Peoria Civic Center ballroom:
Jim Carlson, winner of the 2023 Neve Harms Award for Meritorious Service to Sports
Tri-County Male Coach of the Year: Danny Grieves, Metamora boys basketball
Tri-County Female Coach of the Year: Tracy Heffren, ICC volleyball
Tri-County Female Athlete of the Year: Anna Peplowski, Metamora/Indiana University swimming, was unable to attend. Represented by her father, Doug (left), with Danny Grieves
Tri-County Male Athlete of the Year: Kannon Webster
