Middletown Sports Hall of Fame

04/02/2026

🏆 Don’t forget, Middletown! The 32nd Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon is happening Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Elk’s Lodge Crystal Ballroom.

This is the reunion of sports greats and the highlight of athletics in our city! You won’t want to miss honoring the newest inductees and celebrating their incredible achievements!

📅 Social Hour: 12:00 PM
🍽️ Buffet Lunch & Ceremony: 1:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $60 adults | $20 kids under 12 | $35 team members
📍 Elk’s Lodge, 44 Maynard Street, Middletown, CT

⏰ Reserve your tickets by April 12 - call Danielle Aletta at 860-347-6924 or email [email protected] Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable afternoon - share with friends and join us!

03/23/2026

We are proud to introduce our Class of 2026 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Inductees!

Timothy Boyle
Paul Cubeta (posthumously)
Stanley Gecewicz (posthumously)
James Imme
Cindy Krupa Smith
Thomas Liedke
Michael Lombardo
Leandra Privott
Tory Satagaj Post
Joseph Summa
Edward Zywocienski (posthumously)

In addition, the Board of Directors has selected the 1970 Xavier High School Cross Country Team and the 1992 Middletown High School Football Team to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Members of the teams will be honored as well.

This event has since become a reunion of sport greats and the highlight of athletics in the City of Middletown.

To join us in celebrating the honorees during the 32nd Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on Sunday, April 19, 2026, please contact Danielle Aletta at the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce at 860-347-6924 or [email protected]

11/06/2025

In Memory of Dave Darling

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear friend and supporter, Dave Darling.

Dave was a longtime champion of Middletown athletics — a constant presence at games, events, and Hall of Fame ceremonies. His dedication, enthusiasm, and generous spirit touched generations of athletes, coaches, and fans alike.

We are profoundly grateful for all the time, energy, and heart Dave gave to our community. His support helped preserve the proud history of Middletown sports and celebrate the achievements of so many.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Dave’s family and friends. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the Hall of Fame and in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Thank you, Dave, for everything. 💙

David F. Darling, Jr., 88, of Middletown, husband of Maurine Pattee Darling, passed away peacefully at Middlesex Hospital on October 21, 2025. He was born in Hartford, son of David and Alice Darling. He was a graduate of Middletown High School and Wesleyan University, where he excelled in baseball a...

03/24/2025

Check out this article published in the The Middletown Press highlighting the 2025 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon and our honorees!

Tickets to celebrate with us can be purchased through the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce, care of Danielle Aletta ([email protected]) or by calling 860-347-6924.

The 2025 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held on April 19 at the Elks Crystal Ballroom

03/06/2025

We are proud to introduce our Class of 2025 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Inductees!

Robert Brown
David Chapman
Ashley Driscoll DeJute
Rick Gallitto
Morty Pear (posthumously)
Frank Rand (posthumously)
Chevar Rankins
A.P. Steadham
Rich Tanasi
Joe Witkowski
Larry Woolard

In addition, the Board of Directors has selected 1979 American Legion Post 75 Baseball Team and the 1993-94 Middletown High School Basketball Team to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Members of the teams will be honored as well.

This event has since become a reunion of sport greats and the highlight of athletics in the City of Middletown.

To join us in celebrating the honorees during the 31st Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on Sunday, April 27, 2025, please contact Danielle Aletta at the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce at 860-347-6924 or [email protected]

03/18/2024

Check out this article in The Middletown Press highlighting some 2024 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame inductees! https://www.middletownpress.com/sports/article/2024-middletown-ct-hall-of-fame-inductees-19071556.php

For more info on the 30th Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon, scheduled for Sunday, April 21, 2024, please visit: https://middletownsportshalloffame.org/annual-dinner-1

The 30th Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon will be Sunday, April 21, 2024, with Social Hour @ 12:00PM , and Induction ceremony to begin at 1:00 PM. Event will be held at the Elks Club of Middletown located at 44 Maynard Street, Middletown, CT. 06457.  We look forward to...

02/14/2024

We are proud to introduce our Class of 2024 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Inductees!

John Bysiewicz
Michael Cunningham
Shea Dwyer
John Gecewicz
Cullen Guilmartin
Paul Kostacopoulos
Peter Kostacopoulos (posthumously)
Audry Longo Carbone
Kerry Marshall (posthumously)
Holly Modlesky-Behm
Lenny Orlacchio

In addition, the Board of Directors has selected the 2005 Xavier High School Football Team and the 1942-47 Middletown Giants Baseball Team to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Members of the teams will be honored as well.

This event has since become a reunion of sport greats and the highlight of athletics in the City of Middletown.

To join us in celebrating the honorees during the 30th Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on Sunday, April 21, 2024, please contact Danielle Aletta at the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce at 860-347-6924 or [email protected]

02/07/2024

Today is National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD)!

This annual day acknowledges the accomplishments of female athletes, recognizes the influence of sports participation for women and girls, and honors the progress and advocation for equality for women in sports.

To learn more, visit: https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/get-involved/ngwsd/

01/23/2024

The Middletown Sports Hall of Fame has some exciting news coming soon! Stay tuned for our official 2024 Inductee announcement!🥳

SAVE THE DATE for the 30th Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on Sunday, April 21, 2024, with Social Hour at 12 p.m., and Induction ceremony beginning at 1:00 p.m., located at the Middletown Elks Club, 44 Maynard Street, Middletown, CT.

We look forward to seeing you in attendance for this exciting annual event where we will be inducting the 2024 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame class!

01/05/2024

🎉Congratulations to the 2023 Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Inductees who were honored on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the 29th Annual Middletown Sports Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon at the Elk's Lodge Crystal Ballroom in Middletown, CT.

06/06/2022

Wednesday , June 8, 2022, is the regular meeting for the Middletown Sports Hall of Fame at 10:00am to be followed by the annual meeting. The meeting will take place at the American Legion Hall, 58 Bernie O’Rourke Drive, Middletown, CT. Discussion will include terms for Board of Director members.

04/09/2022

Tickets are still on sale for this year's Induction Ceremony. Please contact Johanna Bond at the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce to reserve your tickets! 860.347.6924