“Red graphic background featuring the Dalton High School Athletics Hall of Fame logo. The logo shows a bold white and red cat head inside a black shield with the words ‘Dalton High School Athletics Hall of Fame’ in white text. A black banner at the bottom displays ‘2025 Inductees’ in large white lettering.”

Dalton, GA – Dalton High School is proud to announce the second class of inductees into the Dalton High School Athletics Hall of Fame. Established in 2024, the Hall of Fame recognizes athletes, coaches, and community contributors who have made lasting contributions to Dalton athletics. This year’s class builds upon the momentum of the inaugural celebration, honoring individuals and teams whose achievements represent excellence, leadership, and an enduring commitment to the Catamount legacy.

2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

Football: Bill Mitchell, Joe Bill Faith
Wrestling: Hosea Lampley
Boys Basketball: Bernard Betton, Jimmy Howell
Girls Basketball: Mimi Crenshaw
Baseball: Matthew Boggs
Swimming: Jonathan Rehberg
Soccer: Kobe Perez
Boys Track: Joseph King
Girls Golf: Brendie Rockholt
Coaches: Hayden Wagers
Community Contributor: Ray Broadrick

Team Recognition: 1967 State Championship Football Team (including Ron King, Kenneth Gaddy, Bill Sparks, Steve Cothran, David Pennington, Tommy Barber, Wayne Pollard, Ray Evans, Keith Whitworth, Ricky Faith, Butch Strickland, Ricky Townsend, Rocki Proffitt, Dana Pinson, Bill McManus, Mike Norris, Lamar Pinson, Adlai Isenhower, Tommy Aaron, Richard Bass, Clay Osborn, Donnie Mansfield, Donald Bagley, James Grisson, Mike Wood, Harry Looper, Forrest Starks, Ricky Bramblett, Steve Norris, Glenn Hicks, Randall Nance, Ronald Bagley, Ernest Vance, Sammy Hair, Ricky Lake, Danny Dantzler, Charles Hubbs, Art Stinson, Frank Dickson, Larry Cope, Charles Cheney, Tommy Dyer, Clyde McDaniel, Frank Kreischer, Mike Hackney, Randy Parks, Bill Chappell, Roscoe Carden, Ronnie McClurg, Mickey George, Hayden Wagers, Donald Jones, Ken Sanders).

The celebration of this distinguished class will take place during two events. On October 16, 2025, Dalton High School will host an induction dinner and banquet at the Dalton High School Commons, beginning with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and the formal ceremony at 6:00 p.m. Inductees will be honored in the presence of family, friends, and the Dalton community. The following evening, October 17, 2025, the inductees will be formally introduced to the community during Dalton High School’s final home football game, providing the Dalton community with the opportunity to celebrate their achievements.

Inductees will be honored permanently through inclusion on the Dalton High School Athletics Hall of Fame website and at a dedicated recognition on campus. “We are thrilled to celebrate this year’s class of Hall of Fame inductees,” said Ryan Richards, Dalton High School Athletic Director. “Their stories reflect not only athletic excellence but also leadership, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to the Dalton community.”

For more information about the induction banquet, community celebration, or ticketing, please contact Ryan Richards, Dalton High School Athletic Director, at ryan.richards@dalton.k12.ga.us.

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