Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame

Induction Ceremony


The Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame 76th Anniversary Induction Ceremony was an unforgettable evening as we welcomed four incredible legends into Wisconsin’s sports legacy.

What a night celebrating 76 years of Wisconsin sports history!

2026 Hall of Fame Inductees

  • Mark Murphy, retired Green Bay Packers CEO

  • ‍ ‍Bob Gansler, legendary U.S. National Soccer coach

  • ‍ ‍John Boie, Team USA Wheelchair basketball player

  • Ryan Braun, Milwaukee Brewers legend

Wisconsin Athletes of the Year

  • Caroline Harvey, Olympic Gold Medalist & NCAA Champion - Hockey

  • Jordan Stolz, Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist - Speedskating

See photos

“Soccer provided me with some amazing opportunities in my life and I am forever grateful for all that I was able to accomplish in this incredible sport. To be recognized and enter a Hall of Fame with the likes of Hank Aaron, Bud Selig, Vince Lombardi and Donald Driver is humbling”

- Bob Gansler, U.S. National Soccer Coach

“The Brewers gave me and my family a home, and the fans made it a joy to show up every day and give everything I had. There’s nothing I would trade about that experience — being a Brewer for life is something I’m deeply proud of.”

-Ryan Braun, Milwaukee Brewers legend

Photo by Scott Paulus/Milwaukee Brewers

“I’m extremely humbled and honored to be inducted into the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame. The Packers are a special and unique organization, the best in all of professional sports.  I’m very proud of all that we accomplished during my tenure, both on and off the field.”

- Mark Murphy, retired Green Bay Packers CEO

"I'm deeply grateful to the coaches, teammates, family, and community who has supported me through my entire wheelchair basketball career, from Madison to UW-Whitewater and Team USA. This recognition belongs to all of us!”

-John Boie, Two-Time Team USA Wheelchair Gold Medalist

I am honored to receive this award from the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame. My time at the University of Wisconsin has been amazing, especially being able to help with three national championships.

-Caroline Harvey, Olympic Gold Medalist & NCAA Champion Hockey Player

I am thrilled to be honored by the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame. Skating in the Olympics and representing my country was an honor of a lifetime. It was such an amazing experience, and I am so grateful for all the support I have received.

-Jordan Stolz, Olympic Speed Skating Gold Medal Winner

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Relive the moments from past years

Three men standing on stage, one holding a football helmet, at an event recognizing Matt Kenseth as a 2024 inductee.
Smiling man in a suit speaking into a microphone at a conference or event
Two people smiling at a photo event with a backdrop that displays logos of the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame, Associated Bank, and other sponsors. The man is wearing a black shirt, has a beard, and tattoos on his left arm. The woman is wearing a wh
Two men are seated on stage in black armchairs during the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony. One man is wearing a white shirt and glasses, and the other is in a dark suit with a microphone. Behind them, a large screen displays an image of a ma
Group of six people on stage, two women and four men, holding oversized checks for scholarship awards, smiling, with a large screen and a logo in the background.
A man in a dark suit, white shirt, and red tie sitting in front of a backdrop with logos for Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame and University of Wisconsin logos.
An elderly man in a business suit, sitting in front of a backdrop with Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame logos, wearing a striped red and white tie, light blue shirt, and dark gray suit, during an interview or event.
Group of six people standing on stage at an awards ceremony, holding plaques or trophies, smiling for a photo, with a large blue and white logo in the background.
Four men standing on stage, holding an award, with a large screen behind them displaying the logo and text for the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Two men sitting on a stage, speaking into microphones, with a large screen behind them that reads 'Ethnic Hall of Fame' and 'Recognition Ceremony'. The man on the left is wearing glasses and a gray suit, while the man on the right has gray hair, a mu
Group of five men at an awards ceremony, one man holding a glass award, standing in front of a blue screen with white text and logos.
Two men dressed in suits standing together at a Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame event in front of a step-and-repeat backdrop. The backdrop features the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame logo and text.
A man in a dark blue suit, white shirt, and tie standing in front of a backdrop with the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame logo.
Two men wearing suits smiling and posing together at the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame event, with a backdrop featuring the event's logo.
Two men in suits shaking hands and smiling at the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame event, with a blue and white backdrop featuring the organization's logo.
Two men smiling and engaging in conversation at a formal event, one is standing with a medal around his neck, wearing a light-colored jacket, and the other is seated in a dark uniform with a red badge, in a dimly lit indoor setting.
Two men holding the NBA championship trophy at a formal event, with a banquet setting in the background.
Two men on a stage at Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame event, one speaking at a podium, the other listening.
Four men in suits standing together at a conference or event, holding football helmets and smiling at the camera. The background includes a blue and black color scheme with posters and seating.
A man in a checkered suit giving a speech at a podium during an event, with football helmets displayed on shelves in the background.
Two men on stage at the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony exchanging a football helmet. The man on the left is handing the helmet to the man on the right, who is dressed in a blue suit. The stage features a blue and black backdrop with lightin
Three men in suits holding football helmets at an indoor event, with a blue and white patterned background and neon lighting.
Two men in suits sitting and engaging in conversation, smiling, in an indoor setting. One man is facing away from the camera, the other is facing the camera, wearing a patterned tie. There is a white helmet on the table next to them.
People sitting in an audience, smiling and enjoying an event, with a focus on three smiling individuals in the front row, including an elderly man, a middle-aged man, and a woman holding a wine glass.
Three men in suits on stage at an awards ceremony, one handing an award to another, with a third holding a football helmet.
Man in gray suit and red tie holding a framed certificate at a podium with the WI Athletic Hall of Fame banner.
Three men in suits standing on a stage, one holding a white football helmet, in front of a blue and black background with a vertical banner and a display case containing more helmets.
Two men in suits are sitting on stage in conversation during an event, with football helmets and framed photos in the background.
A woman wearing glasses and a yellow jacket is speaking at a podium with a microphone in front of an audience. She has a red flower brooch and is in a setting with blue lighting and decorative background patterns.
Man wearing glasses and a headset, working at a computer in an office setting.
Two men on stage at the Athletic Hall of Fame event, one receiving an award or helmet from the other. Audience seated watching.
Two men in suits, one with gray hair and the other with black hair, are standing on a stage, smiling, and holding a football helmet together. The background has a professional setup with posters and blue lighting.
Two men in suits are seated on stage in conversation during a panel or interview event. Behind them is a blue backdrop with football helmets and a framed photo collage of football players and coaches, including Joe Thomas, and a stadium image. The au
Speaker at a podium on stage during a conference or presentation
Billboard celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame 2025 inductees Ernie Johnson Jr., Joe Thomas, and Mason Crosby with their photos and names.
A man in a gray suit and red tie speaking at a podium during an event.
A group of people attending an event, with a focus on a man with blonde hair in a light blue suit looking attentively.
A woman and a man in formal attire are engaged in a conversation outside a building. The woman is holding a small object, and the man is dressed in a suit with a bow tie and sunglasses, smiling.
Man speaking at a podium with a microphone during a ceremony, with a banner reading "ATHLETIC HALL of FAME" and spectators in the audience.
Four men standing outdoors, smiling, with one holding a framed proclamation. The background features a building with plaques on the wall.
Two men hugging on stage at the World Athletics Hall of Fame induction event, with a blue and gray backdrop, applause from audience members, and a podium with the World Indoor logo.
A man in a gray plaid suit sitting on a folding chair outside at a booth with bottles of water, a tablet, and a laptop, talking to a man across a table with a white tablecloth featuring the GTE logo, inside a building hallway with columns and plaques
Man in a blue suit standing at a clear podium with a microphone, smiling, during an event at the Athletic Hall of Fame.
A man in a suit and glasses on stage at the World Inspiration Athletic Hall of Fame, gesturing towards the audience with his right hand. There is a podium with a banner reading 'WII Athletic Hall of Fame' and a large logo of 'WII' on the backdrop. Au
Group of nine people, adults and children, posing on a blue stage at an indoor event or celebration. The backdrop includes blue patterned decor, posters, and a gray armchair to the right.
Three men in suits standing on a stage, each holding a white football helmet with the words 'ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME' on the front. They are smiling for the camera, with blue and gray geometric background decorations.
Two men in suits sitting on stage at an event, engaged in conversation. One man is smiling, the other is pointing. The background features sports memorabilia, including helmets and photos, with the sign 'Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame'.

Thank you to our sponsors

Logo for Visit Milwaukee featuring stylized water waves and text.
bank five nine logo
Logo for Network Health featuring a stylized lowercase 'n' and 'h' with orange, gray, and lime green shapes.
Ascension Wisconsin logo
Cousins Subs logo with red oval background, black text, and the establishment year 1972
R&R Insurance logo celebrating 50th anniversary with large gold and teal lettering.

Interested in becoming a sponsor of next year’s event?

Contact Mark Kass at mkass@team-lammi.com