Celebrating Wisconsin’s Athletic Excellence
The Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame preserves Wisconsin’s rich history of athletic excellence, celebrates the values and virtues of sports and honors the principles of teamwork, leadership and character.
Hall of Fame Walkway
The Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Walkway presented by Network Health celebrates Wisconsin’s greatest athletes and moments. Inductees are honored with bronze plaques along the walkway and featured on an LED billboard displaying videos of Hall of Famers and iconic moments in Wisconsin sports. The walkway is located on North Vel R. Phillips Avenue in Milwaukee’s downtown sports and entertainment district adjacent to the UWM Panther Arena.
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony honors exceptional athletes, coaches, and contributors who have made a lasting impact on the state’s rich sports history.
Coming in July, a new class of inductees will be honored.
Join us on July 8, 2026 to honor these legends.
Click to learn more about the event & sponsorship opportunities.
Athlete & Business Leadership Speaker Series
This event brings together Hall of Fame athletes and top Milwaukee-area business executives for an exclusive experience. Attendees will gain leadership insights from athletics to the C-suite, along with a valuable opportunity to connect with peers through high-level networking.
Our next event is June 16 featuring NBA legend & MU alum Steve Novak along with Marquette President Dr. Kimo Ah Yun.
Hall of Fame Podcast
Just released! Listen now to Episode 2 of the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Podcast, featuring NBA & Milwaukee Bucks legend Marques Johnson.
Johnson got the crowd laughing telling stories about adjusting to Milwaukee winters and his experience in the film White Men Can’t Jump.
Hall of Fame Golf Outing
The Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame golf outing is a premier fundraising event that brings together athletes, business leaders, and sports fans for a day of golf and camaraderie. Participants enjoy a fun, competitive round while supporting the Hall of Fame’s mission to celebrate and preserve Wisconsin’s rich sports legacy. Join us July 20, 2026 in Lake Geneva!
Click here to register to golf or learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Do you know of someone who has made a great impact on Wisconsin sports?
Click HERE to nominate an athlete






