The Whanganui Sports Hall of Fame is an initiative that recognises the elite athletes, coaches, and administrators who have made a significant impact on our sporting heritage.

Inductees have achieved success at the highest level in their chosen sporting field(s) and brought credit to sport in the Whanganui district.

Thirty-four outstanding Whanganui sportspeople have been inducted into the Hall of Fame since it was launched in 2008. After a four-year hiatus, nominations re-opened in 2023 with rowing great Ian Wright and wrestling’s Kenneth Ruby inducted in a ceremony in March 2024.

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2024 Whanganui Sports Hall of Fame Nominations

Nominations are now closed. A formal ceremony will be held for the inductees and invited guests in March 2025. New inductees will be recognised with a photo and citation displayed alongside all inductees to the Sports Hall of Fame.