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New Sports Hall of Fame inductees named All eyes have been on Pan Am athletes this summer, competing right here in the GTA, but it’s time to focus on the athletes and sports figures that are homegrown in Richmond Hill. Seven athletes and sports builders will be inducted into the Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame next month: Nathalie Bendavid (rugby), Bob Emerson (figure skating), Michael Kyte and Doreen Kyte (5-pin bowling), Rene Fournier (hockey), Vanessa Ley (hockey), Ted Moritsugu (ringette) and Jean McCron (lawn bowling). “For almost two decades, Richmond Hill has been honouring those whose sports achievements have a lasting impact on the town,” said Mayor Dave Barrow. “The Richmond Hill Sports
Hall of Fame recognizes the value of sport and the role it plays in building a vibrant community.” The Sports Hall of Fame currently has 32 inductees — including such big names as Olympic figure skater Elvis Stojko and NHL alumnus Bob Wall. There are also behind-the-scenes people who supported or trumpeted the achievements of local sports figures — from peewees to senior athletes — such as former longtime Liberal sports editor Fred Simpson, who died in May. Each of the inductees has contributed to the development and advancement of sports in Richmond Hill.
“Congratulations to the seven new inductees,” said Anthony Marcovitz, chairperson of the Sports Hall Fame Committee, announcing the new members. “We are proud of our athletes’ achievements and the tireless, behindthe-scenes efforts of sports builders who dedicate their time to organizing games and training schedules, coaching and more.” The Richmond Hill Sports Hall of Fame was first established in 1997 in council chambers at the former town hall (10266 Yonge St.). Today, the Sports Hall of Fame is located inside Elgin Barrow Arena, which has a strong tie to local See CURRENT, page 9.
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