03/10/2018

Hamilton Hurricanes Hall of Fame

I - Selection Criteria/ Eligibility:

A). PLAYERS

The major factor for selection is the Player’s contribution to the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club and, who has achieved outstanding success.

Other factors which will be considered for selection include: the Player’s achievements in provincial, national and international competitions, character; leadership; sportsmanship; non-athletic service to the Hamilton community; and achievement(s) in later life.

Normally, consideration for selection will be given to a player following a minimum of a three (3) year absence from the program prior to nomination.

B). BUILDERS

Any individual who has made significant contribution to the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club. While contribution to the football program is the major factor, contributions to other athletic areas/programs may also be considered.

Normally, consideration for selection as a builder will not be given to an individual until three (3) years after their initial involvement/appointment.

II – Selection Methodology

A)NOMINATIONS

The deadline for receipt of all completed nominations is December the 1st of any given year.

Any individual with an interest in the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club (e.g. club’s administration, volunteers with the Hurricanes, Hurricanes alumni, players, the media and the general public) may put forth a nomination in any of the two (2) categories – Player, Builder.

Any nomination that is not successful will remain active for reconsideration for the next two subsequent years. If still unsuccessful the nomination may be resubmitted in its entirety after a one year period of hiatus. Normally, only one resubmission will be considered.

B)RESEARCH RESPONSIBILITY

All nomination packages must be made in writing and filed with the Chairman of the Hall of Fame Committee, or to a member of Board of Directors, or forward to the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club, and it must include the following:

 A completed Hall of Fame Nomination Form (refer Appendix 1 below)

 A covering letter from the nominator

 An overall statement of recommendation for the nominee

 A résumé or biographical sketch (press releases, newspaper articles,

statistical Information) documenting, the nominee’s merits.

 Two (2) to five (5) letters of support

Nominators must supply sufficient supportive detail with nominations to allow the Selection Committee to make a recommendation.

Insufficient supportive detail will lead to the nominator being notified and having to resubmit the nomination with the needed supportive detail. The Selection Committee may determine whether nomination supportive detail is sufficient.

The Selection Committee is responsible for validating all of the information submitted on each nomination. It is not, however, responsible for undertaking the initial research.

III – Presentation & Format

HALL of FAME BANQUET / INDUCTION RECEPTION

The Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club’s Hall of Fame Banquet & Reception will

normally be held annually.

Appendix 1

The Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club Hall of Fame

Purpose

The purpose of the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club’s Hall of Fame is to recognize those individuals who have made a significant contribution to the football club, and who, as a result of this contribution, have enhanced the image and reputation of the club.

Categories / Criteria

  1. Players
  2. The Major factor for consideration for selection is the athlete’s contribution to the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club’s football program.
  3. Other factors which will be considered for selection include: the player’s achievements in the provincial, national and international athletic competitions while representing the Hamilton Hurricanes; character; leadership; sportsmanship; non-athletic service to his local community; graduated from high school; and achievement(s) in later life.
  4. Normally, consideration for selection will be given to an athlete following a minimum of a three (3) year absence from the Hamilton Hurricanes Football program prior to nomination.
  1. Builders

A person who has made a significant contribution to the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club, (other than as a player).

NOMINATION FORMDate Submitted______

Name of Nominee:______

Year(s) with the Hamilton Hurricanes (eg.1993-1995):______

What was the position played or role as a Builder? ______

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NOMINATION FORM (continued)

Address:______

City:______Prov.______

Postal Code:______Phone : (___)______Email:______

Category: ______Player______Builder

1.Describe highlights of the nominee`s career with the Hamilton Hurricanes and any other information which could be of use to the Selection Committee.

2. Provide a summary of nominee’s history since leaving the Hamilton Hurricanes Football Club.

Documentation must accompany the nomination. This could include press releases, newspaper articles, statistical information, letters of reference, etc.

Name of Nominator(s):______

Address:______

City:______Prov.:______Postal Code: ______

Phone: ______Email:______

Please return the completed form by December 1st. together with supporting documentation to: ``The Hamilton Huricanes Football Club Hall of Fame``, PO Box99027, Heritage Postal Centre, Stoney Creek, Ontario, L8J 2P7, Phone (905) 745-7508or E-Mail to and/or

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