Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame

06/17/2026

We’ve just started our profiles of our new inductees, but we need to take just a minute to congratulate a member of our 2025 class on a remarkable achievement this week.

Congratulations to Troy assistant coach Adam Godwin and the entire Trojan baseball team on an unbelievable, historical run that ended yesterday in Omaha!

Adam is a former Trojan standout and was inducted into the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame during last year’s ceremony.

Thank you to the entire Troy University baseball team for providing an unprecedented level of excitement over the past few weeks for all of Trojan Nation. We’re extremely proud of how you’ve represented our Wiregrass area on the national stage!

06/16/2026

Thought it would be appropriate to highlight one of our Troy Trojan baseball legends today as we anticipate the Trojans’ next step in their World Series journey this afternoon.

Wade Miller proved to be a record-breaker as a standout at George W. Long High School and at Troy University. He led the Rebels to 4 state titles while breaking the national high school season home run record with 30 long balls during the 2000 season.

Then at Troy, he earned All-American honors while posting a career .438 batting average. You can also find him listed all throughout the top 10 in several other stats.

We’re excited to share the moment when Drew’s dad, also his former high school coach and now fellow Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame member, Earl Miller surprises his son with the news of his induction.

Troy University Athletics

06/12/2026

https://www.wiregrasshof.com/2026-wiregrass-sports-hall-of-fame-to-induct-six-new-members/

2026 Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame to Induct Six New Members The 2026 classFrom left, Marshall Smith, Mitzi McLendon Hasty and Brian Meadows talk during a press conference Friday at the Dothan Area Botanical Gardens about being selected for the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame. Other inductees not pres...

06/12/2026

The Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame is excited to announce its brand new class of 2026! This year's inductees come from numerous backgrounds including the worlds of baseball, softball, football and athletic training.

We've got tons to share with you over the next few weeks. Find out more about their stories and the moment they learned about their new honor. Make sure to follow this page and check back often.

Also make plans to join us for our annual dinner banquet to honor these Wiregrass sports legends on Saturday, July 25 at the Wiregrass Rehab Center in Dothan. Tickets include your dinner and are available through Eventbrite: https://shorturl.at/Bt85v

CONGRATULATIONS to the newest members of the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame!!!

05/08/2026

The Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame proudly congratulates our President, Jon Johnson, on being named the 2026 Mel Allen Media Award recipient by the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame.

This prestigious honor recognizes a lifetime of excellence in sports media, and few are more deserving than Jon. His 37-year career as sports editor of the Dothan Eagle, along with his leadership at the state and regional level, has left a lasting impact on sports journalism across Alabama. From his service as president of the Alabama Sports Writers Association to his continued contributions to Troy University Athletics, Jon’s dedication to telling the stories of athletes and communities has been second to none.

Jon has also been an integral part of our organization, currently serving as President of the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame and helping preserve and celebrate the rich sports history of our region.

We are incredibly proud to call Jon one of our own. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor.

02/19/2026

It's that time again! We need your help finding worthy candidates for our upcoming 2026 class of the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame.

Follow this link for more information, important criteria and how to submit the nomination form.
https://www.wiregrasshof.com/nominate/

Thank you for all your submissions since our induction banquet last fall. Everyone entered since then will be considered. Deadline for nominations is March 1.

08/25/2025

There were stories told, plenty of heartfelt thanks conveyed and even a tear or two shed.

08/25/2025

We couldn’t have asked for a more special evening for our 31st annual Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame banquet! Thank you to all the friends and families who turned out to celebrate this year’s class.

There were plenty of pictures taken, hugs given and stories reminisced. There were even a few happy tears shed by our inductees as they focused on the folks who have helped shape their lives and careers.

Be sure to visit our website www.wiregrasshof.com to check out our past honorees. It’s never too early to start thinking about the 2026 class! You’ll find the nomination form waiting for you there.

08/23/2025

Today is an exciting day for the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame. It’s our 31st annual induction banquet!

Tonight, these six athletes, coaches and personnel will join our past honorees as part of this elite group.

Hope you’ve enjoyed getting to know this year’s class through our recent posts. Please check back later for a recap of the event and give our page a follow if you haven’t already.

08/15/2025

Izell Reese earned his share of honors on the football field. He capped off his high school career by leading the Northview Cougars in interceptions before walking on at UAB. Not only did Izell eventually earn his scholarship, but he holds top 10 career numbers in Blazers history in tackles and interceptions. Throw in 7 years in the NFL and over 200 career tackles. That's a pretty impressive resume.

It's all come full circle, and you can find Izell right back on the football field here in Dothan. The old Grandview Elementary School is now the Izell Reese Community Center. It's where he's helping Wiregrass youth find their passion for the game as part of NFL Flag.

Being elected to the 2025 class of the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame is a tremendous honor for the Dothan native. It's one he's excited to share with his family and friends next Saturday night at the Wiregrass Rehab Center. Join us by purchasing tickets here: https://shorturl.at/0HHHh