1980
The Elgin Sports Hall of Fame Foundation was established. At that time, the foundation’s mission was to induct Elgin’s outstanding athletes, coaches, administrators, and friends of sports into the Elgin Sports Hall of Fame. An initial group of 10 individuals were inducted.
1981
The first scholarship of $500 is awarded to a student-athlete. Donations and our annual golf outing have enabled the organization to award $1000 in scholarships each year to 25 student-athletes that live in and/or attend high school in Elgin. Learn more about our Scholarships
1998
The first annual presentation of Outstanding Achievement Awards and recognition to individuals and teams that have contributed to the success of Elgin’s great sports history during the current year or through a lifetime of contribution.
2022
The Hall grows to 140 inductees.
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Support our area college student-athletes and help us recognize individuals and teams who have contributed to the success of Elgin’s great sports history.