Hall of Fame
Throughout the history of our organization we have recognized member achievements of the highest levels. Those listed here have performed feats in the sport that sets them apart from others such as competing in the Olympic Games, winning world championships, or contributing to the sport across their career and lifetime on a level that merits recognition.
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You can click the names of some athletes to read a short biography courtesy of Artie Dreschler.
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Some individuals are missing photos and the NY WSO logo is being used as a placeholder. If you have a photo of one of these individuals please send it to a WSO representative, your help is greatly appreciated.
Athletes
Contributors & Administrators
Hall of Fame: Masters Wing
The Masters Wing of the Hall of Fame was created on March 26th, 2023 after the NY WSO board voted in favor of recognizing individuals from the former Metropolitan & Niagara LWCs who have previously been inducted into the USA Masters, IWF Masters, and Masters Pan American Hall of Fames either as athletes or significant contributors. Going forward, individuals inducted into these other Hall of Fames will receive an automatic nomination to the NY WSO HOF followed by a board vote to decide induction into the Masters Wing.
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Several of these individuals have been inducted into the NY WSO Hall of Fame along with the USA Masters, IWF Masters, and Masters Pan American HOFs. They have been bestowed the honor under multiple categories across multiple organizations which is why you’ll see some names repeated.
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Some individuals are missing photos and the NY WSO logo is being used as a placeholder. If you have a photo of one of these individuals please send it to a WSO representative, your help is greatly appreciated.
Athletes: USA Masters Hall of Fame
Significant Contributors: USA Masters Hall of Fame
Athletes: IWF & Pan Am Masters Hall of Fame