Hall of Fame
Hall of Fame Nominations
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2005 Inductees:
Marion Coffee-Carney Jack Gilbert Sara Sievert Adolph Hoffman
Marion Coffee-Carney Jack Gilbert Sara Sievert Adolph Hoffman
2004 Inductees
James Shulze, Shelly Whitlock, Bill Wareham (left to right)
James Shulze, Shelly Whitlock, Bill Wareham (left to right)
2003 Inductees: 2002 Inductees:
Dorthy Gross El Paso Sylvia Brooks-Smith Richardson
Johnnye Valien Houston Phyllis Provost Waco
Bill Carter Weatherford Wendell Palmer Pampa
Joe Summerlin Houston Adrian Pronovost Arlington
2001 Inductees: 2000 Inductees:
Pearl Holloway Dallas Joanita reed San Antonio
Idalia Delise Mercedes Georgia Goggin Dallas
Paul Johnson Lubbock Charles Baldwin San Antonio
Bufe Morrison El Paso John Alexander McCammey
1999 Inductees: 1998 Inductees:
Margaret Hinton Baytown Helen Cox Austin
Ruth Seeger Austin Peggie Francis Burnet
Wade Alexander Houston Emma Udovich El Paso
Fred A White Duncanville Wayne Bennett Arlington
Tim Murphy Irving
John Pearce Waco
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Dorthy Gross El Paso Sylvia Brooks-Smith Richardson
Johnnye Valien Houston Phyllis Provost Waco
Bill Carter Weatherford Wendell Palmer Pampa
Joe Summerlin Houston Adrian Pronovost Arlington
2001 Inductees: 2000 Inductees:
Pearl Holloway Dallas Joanita reed San Antonio
Idalia Delise Mercedes Georgia Goggin Dallas
Paul Johnson Lubbock Charles Baldwin San Antonio
Bufe Morrison El Paso John Alexander McCammey
1999 Inductees: 1998 Inductees:
Margaret Hinton Baytown Helen Cox Austin
Ruth Seeger Austin Peggie Francis Burnet
Wade Alexander Houston Emma Udovich El Paso
Fred A White Duncanville Wayne Bennett Arlington
Tim Murphy Irving
John Pearce Waco
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2009 Inductees
Sara Jackson - San Antonio
Sarah started in the senior games 20 years ago and has been to local, state
and national games. She has competed in Tennis, softball, track and field,
badminton, basketball and volleyball. Her volleyball team won the championship at
the 2007 National Games. She says that she enjoys all sports but team sports are
her favorites. But this enjoyment of sports did not start with her becoming a part
of the senior games. She and her husband moved 13 times as his job carried him
across the globe. Sarah determined that she would learn a new sport at every new
location. She learned the sport and made new friends along the way.
Typical of our HOF selectees, Sarah exemplifies the result of a healthy life style. She
advocates a healthy diet – fruits, low saturated fats – plenty of exercise and stick
with it.
Val Smith - Richardson
To say that Val is a regular participant in the senior games would be an
understatement. He was in the first National Game in St. Louis in 1987
reaching the semi-finals in Tennis. He has also competed in Track and
Field and basketball at the national level. He is a regular participant in
most of the Texas regional games, the Texas state games and games
in other states. He also participates in the USA Track and Field events. Val is a
strong advocate for the senior games. He organizes basketball teams, coaches
others, is willing to help others with their game whenever they ask. He volunteers
to help in the conduct of the games. One of the letters seconding his nomination
speaks of his energy and encouragement to others. Those who know Val can verify
the comments about his enthusiasm for the games.
Sara Turner - Houston
Sara has been a regular participant in the games since 1995, taking part
in local, state and national games. She is involved in many sports – in
describing her activities we could say that she pitches (horseshoes), bumps
(volleyball), shoots (basketball), throws (softball and football), runs (track)
and swims. This reflects a lifetime and life style of sports activity – she
won her first award in Junior High School. Sara is very active in her church
– a part of the bus ministry, provides transportation and visits those who
can no longer get around on their own. Sara advocates the healthy life style. She
testifies that the Senior Games have taught her to eat healthy and stay in shape;
otherwise you cannot be your best.
Arthur "Buster" Chase - San Antonio
national games where he worked over the competition. The count includes 19 San
Antonio senior games, 18 Texas state games and several national games as
well as games in other states. With all of this he finds time to be a regular
at national table tennis tournaments. Buster got started in table tennis
at the age of 40 when his boss encouraged, insisted may be a better
word, him to play. After a few embarrassing losses Buster vowed to get
better. And get better he did. The nomination letter did not use these
words, but reading between the lines it is clear that he is dedicated to
his sport - he works at it. Buster has written his own story detailing
how he became a table tennis champion. The sub-title explains his
dedication, “ A love story spanning nearly six decades.” He shares his passion for
table tennis with others, helping them improve their games and encouraging them
to be a part of the senior games.
Sara Jackson - San Antonio
Sarah started in the senior games 20 years ago and has been to local, state
and national games. She has competed in Tennis, softball, track and field,
badminton, basketball and volleyball. Her volleyball team won the championship at
the 2007 National Games. She says that she enjoys all sports but team sports are
her favorites. But this enjoyment of sports did not start with her becoming a part
of the senior games. She and her husband moved 13 times as his job carried him
across the globe. Sarah determined that she would learn a new sport at every new
location. She learned the sport and made new friends along the way.
Typical of our HOF selectees, Sarah exemplifies the result of a healthy life style. She
advocates a healthy diet – fruits, low saturated fats – plenty of exercise and stick
with it.
Val Smith - Richardson
To say that Val is a regular participant in the senior games would be an
understatement. He was in the first National Game in St. Louis in 1987
reaching the semi-finals in Tennis. He has also competed in Track and
Field and basketball at the national level. He is a regular participant in
most of the Texas regional games, the Texas state games and games
in other states. He also participates in the USA Track and Field events. Val is a
strong advocate for the senior games. He organizes basketball teams, coaches
others, is willing to help others with their game whenever they ask. He volunteers
to help in the conduct of the games. One of the letters seconding his nomination
speaks of his energy and encouragement to others. Those who know Val can verify
the comments about his enthusiasm for the games.
Sara Turner - Houston
Sara has been a regular participant in the games since 1995, taking part
in local, state and national games. She is involved in many sports – in
describing her activities we could say that she pitches (horseshoes), bumps
(volleyball), shoots (basketball), throws (softball and football), runs (track)
and swims. This reflects a lifetime and life style of sports activity – she
won her first award in Junior High School. Sara is very active in her church
– a part of the bus ministry, provides transportation and visits those who
can no longer get around on their own. Sara advocates the healthy life style. She
testifies that the Senior Games have taught her to eat healthy and stay in shape;
otherwise you cannot be your best.
Arthur "Buster" Chase - San Antonio
national games where he worked over the competition. The count includes 19 San
Antonio senior games, 18 Texas state games and several national games as
well as games in other states. With all of this he finds time to be a regular
at national table tennis tournaments. Buster got started in table tennis
at the age of 40 when his boss encouraged, insisted may be a better
word, him to play. After a few embarrassing losses Buster vowed to get
better. And get better he did. The nomination letter did not use these
words, but reading between the lines it is clear that he is dedicated to
his sport - he works at it. Buster has written his own story detailing
how he became a table tennis champion. The sub-title explains his
dedication, “ A love story spanning nearly six decades.” He shares his passion for
table tennis with others, helping them improve their games and encouraging them
to be a part of the senior games.
2006 Inductees:
Guy Sievert Dorothy "Jean" Vander Cruyssen Edward Jones Loretta Watson
Guy Sievert Dorothy "Jean" Vander Cruyssen Edward Jones Loretta Watson
2008 Inductees
Joe Henderson, Lillian Rudd, Phil Watkins, Nellene Pitman (L-R)
Joe Henderson, Lillian Rudd, Phil Watkins, Nellene Pitman (L-R)
| HOF Class of 2009 |
Texas Senior Games Hall Of Fame
Nominations accepted for
individuals living or deceased,
the following criteria required:
1. Texas resident for a
minimum of 10 years
2. Participated in the Senior
Games for a minimum of 7
years.
3. 60 years of age or older.
4. Nominations must be made
by someone other than a
family member or relative.
5. All persons nominated
must have shown exceptional
accomplishments or
contributions to the success
of the Games and participate
in activities that exemplify
healthy living.
6. The Hall of Fame nomination
form must be completed,
including a summary of
accomplishments.
7. Deadline is June 30, 2010
individuals living or deceased,
the following criteria required:
1. Texas resident for a
minimum of 10 years
2. Participated in the Senior
Games for a minimum of 7
years.
3. 60 years of age or older.
4. Nominations must be made
by someone other than a
family member or relative.
5. All persons nominated
must have shown exceptional
accomplishments or
contributions to the success
of the Games and participate
in activities that exemplify
healthy living.
6. The Hall of Fame nomination
form must be completed,
including a summary of
accomplishments.
7. Deadline is June 30, 2010
2007 Inductees
John Goggin Wilford Scott Emma Scott Lillie Doss Peter Laverty
John Goggin Wilford Scott Emma Scott Lillie Doss Peter Laverty
