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Condolences extended to the Barrie Family
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame extends condolences to Don Barrie and the whole Barrie family after the passing of his dear wife and partner Jose early Friday morning. Don and Jose were married 57 years and have two children, David and Jennifer, and four grandchildren. A private family service will be held now with…
Read MoreTed Higgins interview to be re-broadcast Saturday morning
In case you missed Dan Malta’s interview with Ted Higgins on YourTV, the show will be re-broadcast Saturday, November 14 at 8:00 AM on HD Cable 700 or Cable 10.
Read MoreApologies….We experienced “Sports Legends” Technical Difficulties!
Just received word from YourTV that there were technical difficulties with the airing of George Ellis’ interview. Apologies to George! The Ted Higgins interview was shown tonight. Check back later this week to see who will be shown on Saturday morning! Sorry for the inconvenience.
Read MoreBill Armour and Ken Ruttan interview airs tonight on YourTV!
Local lacrosse legends Bill Armour and Ken Ruttan are the featured guests on tonight’s edition of “Sports Legends of Peterborough & District” hosted by Dan Malta. Armour was inducted into the PDSHOF in 2004 for his skill in hockey and lacrosse. Bill’s career included Minto and Mann Cup championships and professional careers in both lacrosse…
Read MoreJohnny Davis “Legends of Lacrosse” Interview now available!
Legends of Lacrosse Interview: Johnny Davis The Legends of Lacrosse interview, featuring Johnny Davis has been released and is available for viewing by clicking on the CLF link below. The Canadian Lacrosse Foundation’s Video Lacrosse Library and Lacrosse Talks project features video and podcast interviews of some of Canada’s most dynamic lacrosse builders, coaches and…
Read MoreRemembering Fraser Dunfield
Condolences to family and friends of Fraser Dunfield, who passed away September 11, 2020 at the age of 103. Mr. Dunfield was inducted into the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame in 1993 for his outstanding achievements in the sport of golf. His playing dominance at, and contributions to Kawartha Golf & Country Club…
Read MoreCLA Interviews with Allan, Barrie & Parnell Now Available for Viewing
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame, in association with the Canadian Lacrosse Foundation / Canadian Lacrosse Association, is pleased to bring to you three more interviews the Foundation has produced featuring Peterborough area lacrosse greats. This week we are pleased to bring you the CLF’s interviews with Bobby Allan, Don Barrie and Paul…
Read MoreCanadian Lacrosse Foundation Interviews Now Available
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame is pleased to partner with the Canadian Lacrosse Foundation / Canadian Lacrosse Association to bring you interviews the Foundation has done of Peterborough area lacrosse greats. This week we are pleased to bring you the CLF’s interview with John Grant Sr. and Jimmy Wasson. We hope you…
Read MoreRemembering Maurice “Lefty” Reid
Condolences on behalf of the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame are extended to the family, teammates and friends of Lefty Reid, who passed away August 15, 2020 at the age of 92. Maurice “Lefty” Reid was inducted into the PDSHOF in 2006 for his achievements in the sport of Bowling, and in the…
Read MoreJack’s Golf Tournament Cancelled
Jack’s Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame Golf Tournament has been cancelled for 2020.Tournament Chair, Doug Gibson, today informed the Hall the organizing committee had “simply run out of time and options for our 2020 Tournament and we have now officially cancelled our 2020 Tournament! Any number of reasons, from Government rules and regulations,…
Read MoreRemembering Neil Broadfoot
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame would like to extend condolences to the family of local artist Neil Broadfoot, who passed away July 19th, 2020 after a brief illness. Neil, a former teacher of Art at Crestwood Secondary School leaves his wife Margaret. Neil was generous with his talent, specifically in allowing the…
Read MoreRemembering George Elliott
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame extends condolences to the family of George Elliott including daughter Andrea, and sons Paul and Aaron, and their families. George passed away at the PRHC on July 10, 2020. Always a friend to the Hall of Fame, George’s legacy will live on through his works of art…
Read MoreRemembering Greg Marchen
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame and Museum extend condolences to family, friends and teammates of Greg Marchen who passed away June 29, 2020. Greg was inducted into the Hall of Fame as an all-round athlete, particularly for his prowess in hockey, softball and lacrosse. The following is an excerpt from his induction…
Read MoreJaime Batley, Paul Day and Ross Powless Hall of Fame Bound
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame and Museum would like to congratulate Jamie Batley and Paul Day on being inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame and to the late Ross Powless, a 1950’s Peterborough Lacrosse legend, on his induction to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. More information can be obtained by…
Read MoreDon Barrie: Legend of Lacrosse
Legends of Lacrosse Interview: Don Barrie The Legends of Lacrosse interview, featuring Don Barrie, will be released in video and podcast format on Thursday May 14. The Canadian Lacrosse Foundation’s Video Lacrosse Library and Lacrosse Talks project features video and podcast interviews of some of Canada’s most dynamic lacrosse builders, coaches and players. The purpose…
Read MoreJack’s Golf Tournament Update
Due to the health implications of the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, Jack’s Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame Golf Tournament, originally scheduled for Thursday May 21, 2020 has been postponed. A tentative date of Thursday September 17, 2020 has been arranged at the Peterborough Golf and Country Club. This tentative date is contingent on government…
Read MoreRemembering Neil E. Wasson
Sincere condolences are extended to the family of Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame & Museum inductee Neil Wasson, who passed away April 9, 2020. Neil was inducted into the Hall in 1998 for his athletic prowess in both hockey and softball. Wasson, (along with his brother Don), was more recently honoured by the…
Read MoreWelcome Class of 2020!
The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame and Museum is pleased to announce the 2020 inductees. We extend our congratulations to each of you and thank you for your cooperation and understanding of the changes to our normal introduction process we must make during this difficult time. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020…
Read MoreUpdate from the Executive
To help protect the health and safety of people in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Peterborough has temporarily closed public access to several municipal facilities, including the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame & Museum. The Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame & Museum has cancelled all activities until…
Read MoreCar Draw Winners Announced on YOURTv
Thanks to Steve Casey and his Car Draw team, local media and in particular, Dan Malta of YOURTV, for assisting with the draw. Special thanks to ticket sellers, vendors and the community for supporting the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame & Museum Car Draw. And the winners are:
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