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Inaugural Hall of Fame of African American Sports Legends
June 24th at The African American Legacy Project
Special to The Truth
The African American Sports Legends will induct its first
group of athletic standouts on Saturday, June 24 2:00 p.m.
on the campus of The African American Legacy Project at 1326
Collingwood Blvd,, Toledo. The induction, presented by First
Federal Bank, is free and open to the public.
“Northwest Ohio – especially Toledo, has been home to
exceptional athletic talent. We want to salute the
individuals who have made achievements in both their sport
and community,” said Johnny Hutton, chairman of The African
American Legacy Project’s Sports Legends committee. “We want
to preserve the beauty these athletes shared with us and
celebrate their legacy”, according to Robert Smith Director
of The African American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio.
Twelve men and women will be inducted into the Hall of Fame
including: Brenda Morehead-Campbell, (Jesup Scott High
School ’75), 1976 and 1980 Track Olympian and runner in the
1976 and 1975 Pan American World Games and Ericka Haney
(Central Catholic High School ’98) former WNBA player, who
played for the 2001 National Championship winning University
of Notre team and was a collegiate coach for six seasons.
“It is a privilege to play a part in honoring these
all-stars, said Reggie Temple, Director of Community
Development at First Federal Bank. “We are proud that this
hall of fame not only takes into account the notable
performance of athleticism but also weighs the impact that
these athletes have on our community. As a community focused
bank, we believe strongly in rewarding these values.”
Memorabilia from these distinguished athletes will be on
display at the event including Morehead’s Olympic uniform
and Haney’s jersey, worn during the University of Notre
Dame’s Women National Championship win. Other accomplished
athletes will have their memorabilia on display as well.
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